LIPEX® Shea

Lipex Shea is a climate-compensated, optimized pure shea butter with a superior crystallization profile and high oxidative stability. It is suitable for use in a wide range of skincare applications.

All our shea is ethically sourced, both directly from the women’s groups in our Kolo Nafaso program and via our traditional established supply chain. Lipex Shea is Kolo Nafaso Mass Balance, an assurance that the volume of shea kernels AAK as a company purchases from the Kolo Nafaso program equals the volume needed to produce all shea-based products in our Personal Care portfolio. Although it is not a guarantee that Kolo Nafaso kernels are present in the product, it is a guarantee of support for the program’s continued growth. So when choosing Lipex Shea, you are helping to empower women, improve livelihoods, and secure the future of shea.

Features and benefits

The unique fatty acid composition of Lipex Shea gives high oxidative stability compared with standard refined shea butter.
The stable and rapid crystallization pattern enables almost unlimited levels of use in formulations without the signs of bloom formation typically associated with standard refined shea butter.
Rapid crystallization reduces the possibility of formulation instability and delivers smooth, soft formulation textures across a wide range of skin care applications.
Moisturizing and conditioning properties deliver softening and smoothing benefits to cosmetic formulations.
The high standards governing AAK raw materials guarantee a longer shelf-life than standard refined shea butter.
Lipex Shea is one of our climate-compensated shea products, which means we have calculated and offset emissions with Gold Standard and Fairtrade carbon credits generated by a FairClimate Fund cookstove project in Burkina Faso that funds climate action in the shea supply base and directly improves the lives of local communities.
LIPEX Shea is certified microbiome-friendly, which demonstrates its ability to respect the balance and diversity of the skin’s microorganisms, helping it to stay healthier, stronger, and more resilient over time.

Optimized crystallization video explanation

The Role of the Microbiome in Skin Longevity

A healthy, balanced microbiome is essential for maintaining the skin’s natural resilience, hydration, and immunity. Research shows that a well-functioning microbiome supports the skin barrier and can help reduce issues such as acne and eczema by preserving microbial diversity and balance.

To be considered microbiome-friendly, skincare products must:

Preserve the balance between beneficial and harmful bacteria,
Maintain the biodiversity of microorganisms, and
Avoid disrupting the growth of key microbes specific to the body region.

As the beauty industry shifts from “anti-aging” to “longevity,” the focus is moving toward prevention, resilience, and holistic skin health—starting with the microbiome.

LIPEX® Shea is now certified microbiome-friendly under the MyMicrobiome Standard 18.11 (Face/Body). This certification confirms its ability to respect and support the skin’s microbiome balance and diversity. As “longevity” replaces “anti-aging” as the industry’s buzzword, LIPEX® Shea stands out as an ideal ingredient for formulations that prioritize long-term skin health over quick fixes.

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