Why we don't skimp on shea.

THE INGREDIENT BEHIND ALMOST EVERYTHING WE MAKE

Why we don't skimp on shea.

Shea butter is in almost all our products and not a token drop at the bottom of the list. It's one of our main ingredients. Pure, and in generous amounts.

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Claire

Claire

Co-founder

Take a look at the back of your skincare. Chances are you'll spot this one ingredient: shea butter. From body lotions to hand cream, from lip balm to hair products shea is in almost everything. And there's a good reason for that.

Shea comes from the nut of the African shea tree, where it's been used for centuries. It's full of fatty acids and vitamins that deeply nourish the skin, soften it, and help support the skin barrier.

But at a lot of brands, it sits right at the bottom of the ingredient list. Just a little, enough to print it on the label. And honestly? I think that's a shame. 
With us, shea is one of the first ingredients. Pure, and in generous amounts. 

"Because if an ingredient is this good, why be stingy with it?"

WHAT SHEA DOES

Why your skin loves it

Deeply nourishing

Rich in fatty acids and vitamins that feed the skin and help support its natural barrier.

Calms & softens

Helps soothe dry, tight skin and holds on to moisture, leaving skin soft and comfortable

Gentle on every skin

Mild enough for just about any skin type. From your face to your feet, and even in your hair.

THE NAIROBI WAY

Not at the bottom of the list. Near the top.

A lot of skincare puts a whisper of shea in, just enough to print it on the front. We do it the other way round: shea is one of the first ingredients, in real, generous amounts.

That's what makes our butters so rich, our lotions so nourishing, and our creams so comforting. Not clever marketing, just more of the good stuff.

★★★★★

"My skin is so smooth, at 60. And my mother uses it too, she's 83. So lovely."

A good skin knows no age.

A more mature skin needs a little extra care. It naturally gets drier, thinner, and loses moisture faster. That's exactly when you don't want harsh products, you want something pure and nourishing.

Rich in nourishing butters and natural oils that deeply hydrate, keep skin supple, and soften that tight, dry feeling. No complicated routines. Just honest care that leaves skin feeling soft, whether you're twenty, or eighty.

Because good skin has no age.

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Why we started Nairobi Skincare

It started with our own insecurities. Sensitive skin that reacted to everything, and the search for something that finally felt right. We couldn't find it anywhere, so we made it ourselves.

We believe skincare should help your skin, not work against it. That's why we don't do diluted formulas. We choose pure ingredients that nourish and care for your skin. And we develop every single product with sensitive skin in mind: gentle enough for the skin that reacts to everything.

Our products help your skin:

  • support its natural skin barrier
  • lock in moisture for longer
  • deeply nourish dry skin
  • feel softer and smoother
  • stay protected against dryness

FAQ

What is shea butter good for?

Shea is rich in fatty acids and vitamins. It helps nourish and soften the skin, holds on to moisture, and helps support the skin barrier, which is why it works so well on dry, tight skin.

Do you really use more shea than most?

Yes. At many brands shea sits near the bottom of the ingredient list. With us it's one of the first ingredients, in generous amounts, that's what makes our products feel so rich.

Why does nairobi skincare use unrefined shea butter?

We use unrefined shea butter because it keeps its natural vitamins and fatty acids. That's what makes it lovely and nourishing for the skin.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

Shea is mild and gets along with most skin types. For our fragrance-free products especially, it's a good fit for sensitive skin. New to us? Do a patch test first.

Are your products vegan and cruelty-free?

Always. Everything is vegan, cruelty-free, and made by hand in small batches in the Netherlands. No dropshipping, no shortcuts.

Not sure yet? Start small.

Give it a go with a sample for just €2,99. Love it? Then you know exactly what you're getting before you commit to the full jar.