For most skin types, shea butter is the better choice for lasting moisture, while coconut oil is better for deep cleansing but can be drying or pore-clogging for some. Shea butter is rich in fatty acids and vitamins that repair and soften the skin barrier, whereas coconut oil cleanses aggressively and works best balanced with gentler oils. In a cold-process soap like Noosky’s The Great White Shea Soap Bar, shea is the star precisely because it conditions while it cleans.
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