Can you be allergic to shea butter?

Shea butter is generally well tolerated. Very rare allergic reactions have been reported. If you have tree nut allergies or want to be cautious, patch test first on a small area.

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Shea Butter

Watch if sensitive·Moderate evidence·INCI: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

A rich plant butter pressed from shea tree nuts, valued for softening and cushioning dry skin. It is generally well tolerated, though very rare allergic reactions have been reported and people with tree nut allergies who are cautious may want to patch test first.

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Can you be allergic to shea butter?: Shea butter is generally well tolerated. Very rare allergic reactions have been reported. If you have tree nut allergies or want to be cautious, patch test first on a small area.

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Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.