Cleopatra Used Shea Butter 👑

Every time you pick up a jar of shea butter, you are continuing a longstanding tradition of clean beauty.

Shea plants, which can only grow on the continent of Africa, have been recognized for their profound moisture and healing for centuries.

Cleopatra, the Egyptian queen born in 69 BC, loved shea butter. There is mention of caravans of clay jars filled with shea butter for her use. It’s also said that shea was beloved by the Queen of Sheba and Nefertiti.

The trade of shea butter within Africa dates back to the Middle Ages, and there are records of it being imported to Britain as early as 1846.

Here in America, the popularity of shea butter has surged in the 20th century, aided by a steady stream of African immigrants.

There have been countless applications of shea butter in American beauty – from soaps and salves to fragrant moisturizers like ours.

Shea butter farming is still primarily done by women, creating lucrative economies in Ghana, the Ivory Coast and other African nations.

At BGLH we are so proud to carry on this tradition and put our own little spin on it. Creating air-whipped products that are highly absorbent while still deeply rich.

Incorporate an ancient tradition into your skincare today. Shop now.

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