871K views · 10K reactions | The Making of Shea butter in Ghana  Shea butter is a fat extracted from the nut of the African Shea tree. It is ivory in color when raw and commonly dyed yellow with borotutu root or palm oil. It’s used in cosmetics, And is used in food preparation in some African countries. Via: @iamhamamat | Oh Afrika | Facebook

3.7M views · 52K reactions | 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. | Business Insider | Facebook