Shea butter and cocoa butter: rich creams and SPF sticks
In short: shea butter and cocoa butter are plant butters rich in fatty acids, solid at room temperature, that melt on contact with the skin. They reduce water loss and leave skin feeling nourished. You'll find them in 8 Epic Beauty products, from the richer creams to the SPF 50 sticks. All of them are vegan, and 7 are made from COSMOS-certified formulas.
Shea butter comes from the kernels of the fruit of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa), which grows in the African savanna. You'll find it in the night cream for mature skin, the body cream for sensitive skin and the two sun protection sticks. The sources are in our ingredients guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is it suitable for oily skin?
On oily skin, textures with butters can feel too rich. For the face, choose gels instead, and keep butter creams for dry areas or for the body.
Why is there shea butter in an SPF stick?
Butters give the stick its solid consistency and help it spread evenly on the skin. The sun protection comes from the mineral filters, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.
Is shea butter vegan?
Yes. It's a plant butter, made from the kernels of a fruit. All Epic Beauty products are vegan, with no animal-derived ingredients.
