Organic Essence Pure Organic Shea Butter

Organic Essence Pure Organic Shea Butter is ideal for maximum moisturizing of hands and bodies. Organic Essence Pure Organic Shea Butter is packaged in a biodegradable jar and is fairly traded. Organic Essence Pure Organic Shea Butter is naturally fragrance free. Organic Essence Pure Organic Shea Butter’s benefit is mainly derived from its high content of non-saponifiable fatty acids (stearic and loeic acid). These fatty acids aid in maintaining the skin's moisture and elasticity. No solvents or chemicals are used in the production of the shea butter which therefore uphold its high purity standards with added “baby safe” properties. Beneficial as an awesome overall body moisturizer, or use on specific dry patches. Organic Essence Pure Organic Shea Butter is very concentrated, use sparingly.

Organic Essence Pure Organic Shea Butter
Pure Organic Shea Cream is a natural cold pressed oil from the african karite nut. It is well known for promoting capillary circulation and is considered to be a superior healer and rejuvenator for troubled, dry or aging skin. Pure Organic Shea Cream can be applied on your lips or on any dry area of skin. Use twice daily to help soften calluses and condition cuticles.

Did Organic Essence design the eco tube and the bio jar?
Yes. From concept to compost. After attending packaging trade shows and being disappointed at the offerings, Organic Essence partnered with a paper tube company and with Organic Essence's conceptual designs and specifications, they were able to coordinately invent a solution.T he eco tube was perceived through a dream. It is an original design and uses paper for its structure and style. Needless to say, employees of Organic Essence are all big enthusiats of and encourage “follow your dreams!”

Why is Organic Essence Shea Butter white?
Organic Essence shea butter is produced in Ghana by a community of women who gather and crack the nuts with rocks, crush them with a mortar and pestle, roast the nuts and then grind them by stages into a paste - all this by hand, and using traditions and tools that have been handed down for hundreds of years. They knead the paste by hand and add water to separate the curd-like butter oils, which float to the top and are removed - then melted again, skimmed off the top, and left to cool and harden. In this process, which utilizes clean water, all debris and dirt are removed from the shea butter. Different regions of Africa from east to west produce shea butter in a variety of shadings. The color of the shea butter varies from white to golden to darkish tan depending in its source. Traditionally, the women form it into balls which are placed in baskets which they weave by hand.

Why flavors?
The International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients, INCI, is a system of names for waxes, oils, pigments, chemicals, and other ingredients of soaps, cosmetics, based on scientific names and other Latin and English words. To be in compliance with the INCI nomenclature standards, Organic Essence could either name their proprietary blends “par fume”, “fragrance” or “flavors”. Organic Essence prefers “flavors” because “par fume” and “fragrance” almost always are chemical blends. Whereas, “flavors” are a more harmonious compliment for Organic Essence mixtures.

Why the USDA symbol?
Organic Essence is certified USDA Organic because it is the definitive organic standard - The Real Organic. In the National Organics Program (NOP), Organic Essence must adhere to strict food-quality organic standards which insures the safest body care possible. On site inspections and certifying approval on every formula guarantees the highest quality available for the consumer. Organic Essence USDA certifying agent is Global Culture of Crescent City, CA.

What's not in Organic Essence products?
No synthetic preservatives are allowed in the NOP program. That includes parabens and grapefruit seed extract which are a growing concern. Also, not allowed are fragrances, GMOs detergents like sodium laureth sulfate (SLS) or petrochemicals.

How long do the creams last when not in use? Will they stay fresh?
Yes, they will stay fresh in the biodegradable jar. The Organic Shea Creams have a shelf life of two years. Their Best By date is stamped on the bottom of the jar with soy ink. Store in a cool, dry place.

Can I travel with Organic Essence Shea Cream?
Yes. Be sure to keep the inner disk and insert before traveling. For extra protection place entire jar in plastic bag and seal.

When I touch the jar with wet hands, why does it feel tacky?
You are feeling the organic biodegradable glaze which enables a quick turnaround time for efficient composting.

Organic Essence would like to share the process of how Organic Essence products are created; it occurs as naturally as the ingredients themselves. Organic Essence is surrounded by beauty. The redwoods, ocean and pristine rivers are inspiration to their everyday work flow. Clarity of purpose, purity and simplicity are the essence of Organic Essence products. The results are healthy, beautiful, certified organic body care which is beneficial for your total well being. Organic Essence's bio-degradable product innovations further amplify Organic Essence's desire and response pertaining to current global needs. Thank you for giving Organic Essence this opportunity for fulfilling their expression. Enjoy the essence, Organic Essence.