Shea Butter Refined TX0294 (Textron)

Overview

Shea Butter Refined TX0294 by Textron is a premium-quality, odorless refined shea butter used as an emollient, moisturizer, and occlusive agent in skin and hair care formulations. Refined for a neutral scent and white appearance.

INCI Name

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Key Benefits

• Deep moisturization and skin softening
• Rich in fatty acids (oleic, stearic) and Vitamin E
• Occlusive — forms a protective barrier on skin
• Anti-inflammatory — soothes dry, irritated skin
• Improves texture and spreadability of creams and balms
• Neutral odor — ideal for fragranced formulations

Recommended Applications

• Body butters & moisturizers
• Lip balms & lip care
• Hair masks & leave-in conditioners
• Baby care products
• Stretch mark & scar creams

Recommended Use Level

2–30% in oil phase. As a base: up to 100% in anhydrous formulations.

Solubility & Phase

Oil-soluble. Melt in oil phase at 65–70°C. Solidifies at room temperature (melting point ~28–35°C).

Certifications & Grade

• Refined grade (TX0294)
• Textron quality standard
• Natural, vegetable origin

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C. Shelf life: 24 months in sealed container.

Commonly Used With

• Jojoba Oil (Hallstar USA) — lightweight carrier to balance the richness of Shea Butter in body butters
• Aluminium Stearate — adds structure to anhydrous sticks and balms
• Glycerine 99.7% — add to water phase when making Shea-based emulsions for extra hydration

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between refined and unrefined Shea Butter?

Refined Shea Butter (like TX0294) is odorless, white, and has a more consistent texture — ideal for fragranced formulations. Unrefined Shea has a natural nutty scent and beige color, with slightly higher levels of unsaponifiables.

Can Shea Butter be used in hair care?

Yes. Shea Butter is excellent in hair masks, leave-in conditioners, and scalp treatments. Combine with Jojoba Oil for a lightweight, non-greasy hair butter.

What is the melting point of Shea Butter TX0294?

Approximately 28–35°C. It is solid at room temperature and melts on skin contact, providing a luxurious, skin-warming application experience.

Is Shea Butter comedogenic?

Shea Butter has a comedogenic rating of 0–2, making it generally non-comedogenic and suitable for most skin types including sensitive and acne-prone skin at moderate usage levels.

How do I incorporate Shea Butter into an emulsion?

Melt Shea Butter in the oil phase at 65–70°C before emulsification. For extra moisturization, also add Glycerine to the water phase.