Alicia is a writer, photographer, and social entrepreneur specializing in sustainable travel, wildlife and nature conservation, and environmentally friendly agriculture and eating. She holds an M.S.

The fruit of the shea tree has long been considered sacred by many in Western Africa because of its myriad health benefits. But now growing demand among Western consumers for the fruit, known as ...

An curved arrow pointing right. 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 ...

It was about 12 years ago when Aminata Dukuray’s young daughter developed a skin condition that caused her to lose her hair — one that didn’t respond the typical treatments recommended by doctors.So ...

The Director General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, has highlighted the untapped potential of the Shea butter sector, despite African women having earned $227 million ...

Shea butter and its derivatives are growing with their attendant health benefits. Its extensive use in cosmetics, health products, confectionery and chocolate industry is assuming a new dimension with ...

Shea butter is known for its intensively nourishing properties. Here, an aesthetician explains how to use it. Hinted in its name, shea butter is one of the most nourishing skincare ingredients out ...

Shea butter has become a highly sought-after ingredient in cosmetics and food manufacturing worldwide. Since the early 2000s its use as a substitute for cocoa butter has driven a dramatic rise in ...

Both are rich in fatty acids and vitamins but differ in texture, absorption, and benefits. If you’ve ever wondered which is better for your skin, this in-depth comparison will help you decide. If you ...