Shea butter is used as
cooking oil in Africa for centuries and also used to make chocolates in
European countries. It is known for phenolic components and is rich in fatty
acids, beta carotene and vitamin. It also prevents hair fall and ageing of
skin. Thus, it has emollient and moisturizing properties. They are also used in
massage butter, lip balms, body butter and moisturizing lotion. It is hard in
consistency and has mild nutty odor.
Shea butter is sold in
both wholesale and market rate. The prices are charged according to its quality
and quantity. They are available in various packs in market. However, one
should always buy 100 percent pure shea butter.
One can buy shea butter both from departmental stores or online. The website
selling shea butter also sells other shea butter products.
Effect
of Shea Butter Sales on Country’s Economy
It is a valuable source
of income for African countries. It contributes to 20% of a country’s
income. Shea butter is usually known as
“Women’s Gold” as it provides income for the female workers who collect, crush,
grind and roast the shea beans before producing finished product. Therefore, the sale of shea butter and
products promotes women empowerment in African countries.
The money coming from
shea butter sales are invested into health care and education of rural people.
The money is also invested in providing employment to the needy. The money and
resources are distributed to a group of people or village without any
privilege. They try to raise funds for rural people
without any bias.
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