Isopropyl Shea Butterate
AKA “Shea Butter Ester”
Butter
Ingredient Facts
Isopropyl shea butterate
AKA: Shea Butter Ester
Butter · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
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
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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
Traditional Use
A modern derivative of shea butter created through esterification in the late 20th century. Developed to provide the moisturizing benefits of traditional shea butter with improved stability and texture in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR