*People apply shea butter to the skin for acne, burns, dandruff, dry skin, eczema, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
*shea butter has been shown to have skin-lightening effects. The active ingredients in shea butter, such as vitamins A and E, help to reduce the appearance of dark spots and improve the overall complexion.
*It's extremely rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins, which works well to improve tone, soften and plump skin, and even slow the breakdown of collagen," says Morgan Rackley, celebrity esthetician and owner of Luminous Skin Atlanta.