East African Nilotica Shea Butter (also known as Muyao Butter) is a rare, luxurious variant of traditional shea butter. Extracted by mechanical pressing of the seeds from the Vitellaria paradoxa (subspecies nilotica) tree native to East Africa, this virgin butter is unrefined, retaining its characteristic nutty aroma and pale-yellow appearance.

Unlike the harder, waxier West African shea butter, Nilotica is prized for its soft, creamy, semi-solid texture. This makes it easier to blend and apply, offering formulators and DIY creators a butter that melts effortlessly into the skin.

Key Benefits:

Rich in oleic and stearic fatty acids for deep moisturization
Naturally high in Vitamins A and E, supporting skin repair and elasticity
Softer, creamier consistency — ideal for delicate or mature skin formulas
Excellent for after-sun care, soothing dry or stressed skin
Nourishes dry, brittle, or damaged hair with lightweight conditioning

Applications:

Whipped body butters, balms, and creams
After-sun lotions and hydrating serums
Hair masks and conditioners for dry or textured hair
Lip balms and hand/foot repair treatments
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Note: Natural butters and oils may melt during shipping or processing when exposed to high temperatures, and upon cooling they can sometimes re-solidify with a grainy texture or develop a thin white layer known as fat bloom (a harmless separation of fats such as stearic acid). This is a normal occurrence and does not affect the quality of your product. To restore a smooth consistency, simply warm the butter until fully liquefied, stir well, and then flash freeze in the original container or smaller jars. This process will return the butter to its creamy texture. Please note that returns are not accepted for graininess or fat blossom; if you have questions, contact us at info@bulknaturalswholesale.com.

INCI Name: Vitellaria Nilotica Butter
Origin(s): Northern Uganda, South Sudan or Kenya. Country will vary by lot and availablity.
Appearance: Light yellow to yellowish semi-solid.
Aromatic Description: Characteristic.
Solubility: Insoluble in water.
Absorption: Fast absorbing.

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CoA-LOT: BN007625/PB
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CoA-LOT: BN006824/PB
CoA-LOT: BN003124/PB
CoA-LOT: BN000924/PB
CoA-LOT: BN010223/PB
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CoA-LOT: BN000623/PB
CoA-LOT: BN008622/PB
CoA-LOT: BN005122/PB

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