Q.Does Shea Butter Clog Pores?

Shea butter is non-comedogenic and will not clog your pores. Instead, it contains moisturizers that mimic the moisturizers in sebum. As it tricks your skin into thinking it has sufficient sebum, overproduction of sebum is prevented. Shea butter is recommended for those with dry skin!

The natural moisturizers in shea butter are in so many ways like the moisturizers in sebum. They ‘trick’ your skin to think that it has enough sebum. Your skin therefore stops overproducing sebum and remains moisturized for hours. This explains why shea butter is a natural remedy for dry skin. It also boasts of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that can easily treat acne lesions.

Shea butter is also rich in vitamin A which can accelerate healing. It can get rid of blemishes, eczema, wrinkles, dermatitis and scars.  Apart from vitamin A, shea butter is also rich in vitamin E and polyphenols, which boast of anti-inflammatory properties.

With all the properties mentioned above, you can apply shea butter on your skin without having to worry if it will clog your pores and cause more breakouts. Far from such misconceptions, you can apply shea butter on your skin to cure acne and get rid of scars. Be sure though to always use shea butter as directed by your dermatologist.

Lastly, store your shea butter under the right conditions so as to derive maximum benefits from it. Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Remember shea butter may become ineffective it goes rancid after poor storage.