Desert Essences hydrating Shea Butter is a West African treasure from Shea Tree nuts grown in protected & ecologically responsible areas of the African Savannah. These protected, rare & exotic trees reach maturity only after 40 years of sustained growth. Shea Butter is highly emollient & rich in Vitamins A, E & F, making it very beneficial to rough, cracked skin. It also helps maintain moisture in dry, damaged hair, working to repair & revitalize, preventing breakage & split ends.