Cattier Shea Butter
The cradle of human kind lies in Africa, more specifically in its savannas. These steppe-like landscapes form the center of the second largest continent. Once our ancestors had learned to walk upright here, they began to emigrate in all directions. But their old home became the scene of legends. Even in ancient times there were many rumors about the fabled riches that should be situated south of the Sahara. What really happened in the heart of Africa remained a mystery for thousands of years. Because none of the adventurers that made their way up the Nile were ever seen again. For that mainly wild animals and warlike natives were blamed. Even 300 years ago, most Europeans only knew the coastal regions of Africa. The rest was a blank spot on the map. That did not change until the early 18th century, when the time of the great explorers came. Among them was Mungo Park, who followed the course of the Niger inland. The tough Scot repeatedly came down with malaria, was attacked by crocodiles and captured by the Moors. He did not return home with gold, but his travelogue became a bestseller. Already during his first expedition Mungo Park took notice of the karité tree (also shea tree). It was locally known as ”tree of life“. The shea tree was considered sacred and it was forbidden to fell this tree. Mungo Park, who was a trained physician, described in detail its importance and the enormous potential of the karité nuts. In his honor the shea tree is also called Bassia parkii.
That the tree of the savanna today is known by everyone is largely because of its fruits. Their brown seeds have a fat content of almost 50% and it brought mankind one of the oldest skin care products ever: the shea butter. In Africa, it is has been made in the same way for centuries. After collecting the nuts they must first be dried in the sun. Then they are roasted over a fire and finally crushed by hand in a mortar. The resulting mass is mixed with a little water and kneaded to a dough for hours. While adding water again, the dough is reheated, whereby the shea fat settles on the water surface. It is skimmed off, briefly filtered and finally bottled. The knowledge of the detailed steps to make the shea butter traditionally lies in woman's hands. Because it is an important source of income for many women, in Africa it is also referred to as the ”Gold of Women“. Although one can also produce candles out of shea butter, it is still mainly used in cosmetics. Here, the shea butter can look back on over 3,000 years of history. Even Nefertiti in ancient Egypt is said to have used shea butter to maintain her royal skin.
It does not take much to get a sovereign skin feeling because already a hazelnut-sized amount of shea butter is enough. The hand warmth lets the shea butter melt so that it can be rubbed in the skin or hair. With the Organic Shea Butter of Cattier you can convince yourself of the beneficial effects. Shea butter provides the skin with nutrients, supports cell regeneration and soothes the skin after shaving. Skin and lips are getting supple and the hair gets new shine and vitality. Organic Shea Butter from Cattier is available in a convenient 20 ml size but also in the amply 100 ml can. The Shea Butter with Honey Fragrance supports the moisture balance of the skin after showering, ensures a wonderful well-being and exudes a pleasantly warm honey aroma.
With its clay products, Cattier has long been known in the world of natural cosmetics. Cattier Clay Soap Shea Butter combines the nourishing effects of shea butter with the original power of white clay. Because clay is rich in minerals, it absorbs and regulates excess sebum. Cattier Clay Soap Shea Butter is suitable for the daily cleaning of hands and body. Inspire your skin with the impressive abilities of the fruits of the shea tree.
