L'Occitane could not have picked a more appropriate time to launch an extension to their renowned Shea Butter Collection. These new products are the answer to your prayers for skin going through the mill due to this zany, harsh winter we've been experiencing. I gave two products from the collection, 5% Shea Butter Cleansing Oil and 5% Shea Butter Light Comfort Cream a trial run during a month of a mixture of wind and rain, two flights, sunshine, freezing cold, open fires, snow and hail and found them the most comforting accompaniment for so many harsh conditions in such a short space of time. The ultimate test!
As one of the first ever cosmetic labs to develop a skincare range using shea butter, L'Occitane have spent many years utilizing this and perfecting its use in their products. Containing Omega Six, Karitene and Vitamin E, Shea butter is well know for making skin supple, smooth, and healthy looking while being an excellent hydrator and moisturiser. Their 20% Shea Butter Hand Cream, which I've mentioned in several articles, is my favourite all time hand cream so to see a whole new skincare range based around Shea Butter made me very intrigued indeed!