Name: Shea Moisture
Brand: Shea Moisture
SKU: 279521
Availability: InStock
Rating: 82 (1 reviews)

Shea Moisture

Unilever

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

2

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-4)

What's inside

Glycine soja (Soybean) Oil

High omega-6 fatty acid content, oxidative instability, potential endocrine effects due to isoflavones in unrefined forms, possible hexane solvent residues in refined oil

Fragrance

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, respiratory irritation, potential allergenicity, IFRA restrictions

Water

Hydration, solvent, non-toxic, essential for life

Trichilia Emetica (Mafura) Seed Butter

Moisturizing, emollient, contains fatty acids that support skin barrier repair, natural ingredient in cosmetic use

N-Methyl Taurine

Potential antioxidant and neuroprotective properties inferred from taurine analogs, but not directly established

Citric acid

Regulates pH, enhances flavor, acts as preservative

Sodium Chloride

Increases viscosity, improves product stability, non-toxic, widely available and biodegradable

Glycol Distearate

Improves texture and appearance of formulations, enhances moisturization, provides pearlescent effect

Lauric Acid

Antimicrobial properties, contributes to product stability and texture, source of medium-chain triglycerides

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate

Mild cleansing agent, good foaming properties, generally well-tolerated relative to harsher surfactants

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mild surfactant, good foaming and cleansing properties, reduces irritation of harsher surfactants

Glycerin

Moisture retention, solvent properties, texture improvement

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Moisturizing, skin barrier support, emollient properties

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil

Moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties, supports skin barrier repair, contains vitamin E and fatty acids

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil

Antioxidant properties, antimicrobial effects, aromatic flavoring agent

Gelidiella Acerosa (Algae) Extract

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, potential skin health support

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, protects lipids from oxidation, supports product stability

Polyquaternium-10

Hair conditioning, improves texture and manageability, reduces static and enhances moisture retention

Sodium Phytate

Antioxidant properties, may have anticancer effects, natural preservative, may reduce glycemic response

Sodium Benzoate

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of products

Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root Extract

Soothes mucous membranes, anti-inflammatory properties, may relieve cough and throat irritation, supports digestive tract health

Product Details

Form Type

cream

Ingredient Transparency

Get the full picture with the Oasis app

See product ratings, lab test results, and expert analysis of water quality and filtration systems.

GET IT ON

Google Play

Download on the

App Store