Isopropyl Shea Butterate

AKA: Shea Butter Ester
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to West Africa. Derived from shea nuts (Vitellaria paradoxa) of the Malvaceae family, native to West Africa. Produced through esterification of shea butter fatty acids with isopropyl alcohol.
Isopropyl Shea Butterate Is the ester formed by the reaction of Isopropyl Alcohol with the fatty acids derived from Butyrospermum Parkii Butter.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Nut
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Shea)
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
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EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR