Palmer's Shea Butter Formula Raw African Shea Butter Balm

Palmer's Raw African Shea Butter Balm is a richly hydrating, non-greasy body balm that melts on contact to soften and nourish extra-dry skin.

This solid body balm blends sustainably sourced raw African shea butter with cocoa butter, soybean oil and vitamin E to restore softness and improve skin texture. Designed to target rough areas like elbows, knees and heels, the balm converts to an oil on contact for immediate smoothing and longer-lasting moisture without a heavy residue. The formula emphasizes plant-based, high-quality ingredients and sustainable sourcing for a simple routine focused on hydration and skin comfort.

How quickly will Palmer's Shea Butter Balm hydrate very dry areas?

The balm melts on skin contact, delivering concentrated lipids and emollients that soften dry patches within minutes while supporting ongoing moisture retention. Many users notice immediate skin smoothing and reduced roughness after the first application, with continued benefit when used regularly.

• Melts into a nourishing oil on contact for instant softness
• Concentrated shea and cocoa butters provide dense emollient support
• Vitamin E helps protect skin from environmental stressors
• Best applied to elbows, knees, heels and other rough zones

Is this balm suitable for sensitive or easily irritated skin?

Palmer's highlights raw shea butter, known for its gentle moisturizing profile, making the balm appropriate for many who prefer plant-based, simple ingredient lists. Because this product is rich and minimally fragranced, it’s often tolerated by sensitive skin types, but patch testing is recommended for anyone prone to reactions.

• Uses natural shea as the primary moisturizing agent
• Non-greasy finish reduces pore-clogging feel on the body
• Simple, natural-focused formula minimizes unnecessary additives
• Patch test new users, especially if prone to sensitivities

How should I use Palmer's Raw African Shea Butter Balm for best results?

Warm a small amount between your fingertips and massage into dry or rough areas until it melts and absorbs. For especially parched zones, apply immediately after showering to lock in hydration; repeat daily or as needed for maintenance and repair.

• Use a pea-to-quarter sized amount depending on area size
• Apply to damp skin after bathing to trap moisture
• Focus on elbows, knees, heels and cuticle lines for targeted care
• Use nightly for intensive overnight hydration

What ingredients make this balm effective and sustainably sourced?

The formula combines raw African shea butter, cocoa butter, soybean oil and vitamin E to deliver nourishing fatty acids and skin-conditioning properties. Palmer's notes sustainable sourcing for its key butters and emphasizes the use of plant-based components rather than complex chemical blends.

• Raw African shea butter for deep, long-lasting emollience
• Cocoa butter to help improve skin tone and texture
• Soybean oil to reduce dehydration and support skin barrier
• Vitamin E to help protect skin from free radical exposure

Who is this for: This balm is crafted for anyone with rough, very dry or textured body skin who prefers plant-based, minimally formulated skincare. It’s ideal for people who need concentrated hydration on targeted areas (elbows, feet, knees), those who want a non-greasy finish, and shoppers who value sustainably sourced butters in their beauty routine. If you have highly reactive skin, perform a small patch test before full application.

Ingredients

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Canola Oil, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), Ozokerite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Theobroma Cocao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzyl Alcohol.