Shea Butter is fat thats extracted from the muts of the shea tree.  Its solid at warm temperatures and has an off-white or ivory color.  Shea trees are native to West Africa, & most shea butter still comes from that region.  It moisturizes the skin, and provides Oil Balance, it is Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antifungal, good for Ancne, natural Collagen, Cell regeneration, Scars and stretch marks,fine lines and wrinkles, Sun protection, good for hair, Dandruff, Eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, burns, insect bites, wound healing, pain, sore muscles, and goodd for congestion.