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Natural beauty with Nilotica Shea
Nilotica Shea Alliance

Beauty Born from Nature

Naturally soft. Ultra hydrating. Ethically sourced.

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From the Source

From Village to Vanity

Sourced from Northern Uganda's shea belt communities.

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Premium Nilotica shea oil
Cosmetic Grade

Pure Shea Oil for Premium Formulations

50-65% oleic acid. Superior skin absorption.

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The Ingredient

The African Secret to Radiant Skin

Rich in Vitamin E, phytosterols & essential fatty acids.

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Traceability

Ethically Sourced. Export Ready.

Full traceability. Quality you can trust.

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Vitellaria Nilotica

Premium Shea from East Africa

Sourced from Northern Uganda's shea belt communities.

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Natural Beauty

The Secret to Radiant Skin

Pure, natural shea for timeless beauty.

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Premium Quality Assured

From Uganda to the world.

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Natural & Pure

Ethically sourced shea butter.

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THE JOURNEY

From Seed to Market

The Seed
1
The Seed

Hand-gathered from the wild parklands of Northern Uganda.

The Tree
2
The Tree

Shea trees sustain communities with fruit, shade, and livelihoods.

The Process
3
The Process

Cold-pressed using ancestral techniques passed through generations.

The Product
4
The Product

Premium shea butter — pure, sustainable, and ethically sourced.

Why Nilotica Shea?

Premium grade Vitellaria Nilotica from the Nile region — prized by formulators for its unique composition.

Softer Texture

Naturally soft and creamy at room temperature (melting point 26-32°C), requiring no excessive heating for formulation.

Higher Olein Content

Contains 50-65% oleic acid — significantly higher than West African varieties — for faster absorption and a silkier skin feel.

Cosmetic-Grade Quality

Exceptionally high in essential fatty acids, antioxidants, phytosterols, and Vitamin E (tocopherols) for premium formulations.

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Elevate Your Cosmetic Portfolio

Skin Benefits
  • Ultra hydrating & fast absorbing
  • Rich in Vitamin E, phytosterols & triterpenes
  • Skin regeneration & anti-inflammatory (linoleic acid 4-9%)
  • Boosts collagen & repairs skin barrier
Key Applications in Cosmetic Formulations
  • Luxury skincare: Body butters, facial creams, anti-aging serums
  • Haircare: Deep conditioning masks, scalp treatments
  • Sun care & repair: After sun lotions, SPF formulations
  • Lip care & balms: Highly emollient for soft, nourished lips

Quality & Traceability

Every batch is tracked from community collection to export packaging.

1
Ethical Sourcing

Collected by women cooperatives across Northern Uganda's shea belt.

2
Quality Control

Multi-stage testing ensures consistency, purity, and grade compliance.

3
Traceability

Batch-level tracking from community collection to export packaging.

4
Export Ready

Certified packaging and documentation for international shipping.

15,000+

Women Collectors

50+

Export Partners

12

Countries Covered

100%

Sustainably Sourced

Trusted By Industry Leaders

The Nilotica Shea Alliance works with government, development agencies, cosmetic brands, and research institutions.

Government Partners

Aligned with national trade and agricultural development priorities.

Development Agencies

Supported by international organizations advancing sustainable trade.

Cosmetic Brands

Supplying premium ingredients to skincare and beauty companies worldwide.

Research Institutions

Collaborating on quality improvement and product innovation.

Trusted Partners & Collaborators

CSJ
CBI Netherlands
ITC
Green Climate Fund
Kakebe

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Elevate your cosmetic portfolio with Nilotica Shea Butter. Available in bulk raw, filtered, and refined formats with custom supply solutions.

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Premium grade Nilotica (Vitellaria Nilotica) sourced from the Nile region of East Africa. Ethically sourced from women-led co-operatives.

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