Why East African Shea Butter Is So Expensive | So Expensive | Business Insider

Fri, 12 May 2023 07:27:48 +0000

When you hear "shea butter," you probably think of the West African kind. But in East Africa, a different variety of shea nut grows, called nilotica. It's easier to spread and absorbs quickly into the skin, which makes it more desirable in cosmetics. In Uganda, nilotica producers are trying to meet growing demand for this butter.

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