AFRICAN SHEA BUTTER: TALES OF NATURE AND NURTURE RSS


Children Out of School?

Children Out of School?

Not in our Shea butter village! Every child of the women in our Shea cooperative in Northern Ghana is in school. Here...

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Is Shea Butter Edible?

Is Shea Butter Edible?

Yes, raw Shea butter has fed West Africa for centuries. The women who make ours eat it too. Here is what that...

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Shea Butter for Pregnant Belly

Shea Butter for Pregnant Belly

Raw, unrefined Shea butter has been a pregnancy ritual in Africa for thousands of years, keeping growing bellies soft, elastic, and comfortable...

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The Baobab Tree: Africa's Tree of Life and Why Every Part Is Used

The Baobab Tree: Africa's Tree of Life and Why Every Part Is Used

The Baobab tree lives for 2,500 years, stores water in its trunk, feeds elephants, and nourishes entire communities. From leaves in soup...

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Baobab Oil: The List of Benefits for Your Skin and Hair

Baobab Oil: The List of Benefits for Your Skin and Hair

Baobab oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of Africa's Tree of Life, rich in vitamins A, D, E and F with a...

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Ethically Sourced Shea Butter: Good for Your Skin, Good for the World

Ethically Sourced Shea Butter: Good for Your Skin, Good for the World

Not all Shea butter is the same. FairTale GHANA works directly with a women's cooperative in Northern Ghana to bring you 100%...

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What is Shea Butter Made Of?

What is Shea Butter Made Of?

Ever wondered, 'What is Shea butter made of?' Our latest post takes you on a journey to the wild savannahs of Africa,...

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How to Store Raw Shea Butter: Complete Storage Guide

How to Store Raw Shea Butter: Complete Storage Guide

Wondering how to store raw shea butter? Learn the best temperature, containers, and tips to keep your unrefined shea butter fresh and...

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Raw (Unrefined) Shea Butter vs. Refined Shea Butter

Raw (Unrefined) Shea Butter vs. Refined Shea Butter

Discover the key differences between raw (unrefined) and refined Shea Butter. Learn why FairTale GHANA exclusively carries raw Shea Butter to preserve...

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How to Use Raw Shea Butter

How to Use Raw Shea Butter

Learn the many uses of raw Shea Butter - from skin moisturizer and hair conditioner to baby care and even dog paw...

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