The future of beauty is not only about what goes into a product. It is also about where those ingredients come from, who produces them, and what happens to the land and communities along the way.
Consumers are becoming more conscious of the stories behind the products they buy. They want natural ingredients, but they also want to know that those ingredients have been sourced responsibly, that producers are treated fairly, and that the environment is being protected.
For beauty and personal-care brands, this means sustainability can no longer be an afterthought. It must be part of the supply chain.
At Ubuntu Company Limited, we believe some of the most valuable beauty ingredients can be found in the landscapes and communities of South Sudan. Our work with Nilotic shea connects global beauty markets with women shea nut collectors across South Sudan, while creating incentives to protect the trees, strengthen rural livelihoods and build a more sustainable shea value chain.
value they can derive from a resource that already grows in their communities.
Responsible sourcing starts with women
Behind every kilogram of shea butter is a woman who collected, sorted and prepared the nuts. We work with women to sustainably harvest nuts from naturally occurring shea trees, helping ensure that this valuable resource continues to support communities for generations to come. We are also working to strengthen the shea sector in South Sudan by promoting sustainable harvesting, tree regeneration and greater recognition of the economic value of the Nilotic Shea.
Our Nilotic Shea nuts are wild-harvested, certified and produced by the very women displaced from their homes and livelihoods due to the civil war. Our shea butter is processed without heat to maintain its full spectrum of health benefits.
The women shea collectors are paid a fair wage above the market prices. Through training and our Training of Trainers model, women collectors gain knowledge on sustainable harvesting, post-harvest handling and environmental stewardship, allowing them to share these practices within their communities.
We also promote financial empowerment through Village Savings and Loan Associations and market linkages, helping women strengthen their ability to save, manage and invest their earnings.
Why the world is turning to Nilotica Shea
Our Nilotic Shea Butter has been used for generations to moisturize dry skin and care for the skin naturally. It is Africa’s best kept secret for the flawless skin seen in South Sudanese people. Its rich, nourishing peroperties make it valuable ingredient for skincare, haircare and personal care products, helping to soften and moisturize the skin while leaving it feeling smooth and supple.
Compared to West African Shea, Nilotic Shea has a softer, cremier consistency that melts easily into the skin, creating a luxurious experience for natural skincare products.
Our Nilotic Shea is 100% unrefined, meaning it retains the natural characteristics of the shea nut without undergoing chemical refining processes that can alter its natural properties. Combined with its naturally rich and moisturizing qualities, Ubuntu’s Nilotic Shea offers a distinctive ingredient for brands looking to create high quality natural beauty products.
Ubuntu Nilotic Shea is also Grade A and certified. This means our products have the highest levels of bioactive nutrients, have passed through rigorous safety screening and enjoy longer stability and shelf life than other shea butters, making it the best choice for personal and skincare products.
When you choose Ubuntu’s Nilotica Shea, you don’t just have unrivaled quality for unrivaled luxury.
You’re choosing a wholesale supplier that will match today’s consumer’s demands:
🌿Environmentally conscious and sustainable
🌳An ethical and fair employer in its region and committed to local economic development
🌿Producer of raw, natural Nilotica Shea of the highest quality, perfect for beauty formulations.
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