The shea industry: a story of empowerment and sustainability

May 17, 2024

Cheick Ibrahim OUEDRAOGO

The Shea Industry: A Story of Empowerment and Sustainability Shea butter is a true wonder of nature, used for centuries in many cosmetic and food products. But did you know that behind every pot of shea butter is a story of African women's empowerment and sustainable practices? This is what we invite you to discover today. An ancestral artisanal process

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Shea butter is a true wonder of nature, used for centuries in many cosmetic and food products. But did you know that behind every pot of shea butter is a story of African women's empowerment and sustainable practices? This is what we invite you to discover today.

An ancestral artisanal process

Collecting and transforming shea nuts into butter is an ancestral know-how passed down from generation to woman. It is a long and tedious job which is still done in the traditional way in many regions of West Africa. The women harvest the nuts, boil them, pound them and knead them to extract the precious butter. This collective work is not only a source of income for these women, but also a moment of sharing and transmission of their culture.

Growing global demand

Thanks to its numerous nourishing and moisturizing properties, shea butter has enjoyed worldwide popularity in recent years. Its production has thus been multiplied by 4 in 20 years to meet this demand. But this rapid growth is not without risk for the environment and producing communities. This is why it is essential to favor sustainable and equitable sectors.

Sibalub's commitment to ethical shea

At Sibalub, we are proud to work with women's cooperatives who harvest and process shea using traditional methods, while respecting demanding specifications in terms of quality and sustainability. We pay a fair price to producers and help them improve their working and living conditions. Our objective is to promote this ancestral know-how while contributing to the economic and social development of producing communities.

Quality, natural and innovative products

Thanks to the expertise of our teams and the quality of our raw materials, we develop cosmetic and food products based on shea butter that combine tradition and innovation. Our formulas are 100% natural, without additives or preservatives. We are also working on new uses of shea, such as ecological insulation or biofuels, to make the most of this precious resource.

Join us for a more just and sustainable world !

By choosing shea butter-based products, you are helping to support an ethical and sustainable industry that is changing the lives of thousands of women in Africa. You can also join us as a partner or investor to amplify our positive impact. Together, let's continue to write the beautiful story of shea!