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Rough. Scaly. Dry. Cracked. Chapped. Red. Sound familiar? Everyone suffers from all of the above when the temperatures drop - unless, of course, you've got the magic ingredient to keep all this at bay. And this is none other than shea butter. Originating in Africa, the shea tree - which takes a whopping 31 years to reach maturity - produces fruit with a large, oil-rich seed inside a pulpy substance that, when harvested properly, creates the super-rich shea butter found in so many amazing beauty products. And we've compiled a staggering 37 for you to enjoy! Say goodbye to ravaged skin and hello to a healthy glow.
Anthousa Grapefruit & Lime Blossom Nourishing Body Cream - Sweetly tangy, and so moisturizing without being the least bit greasy. $55 at beautyhabit.com
L'Occitane Shea Butter Liquid Soap in Sweet Almond (pictured) - The industrial-sized bottle will last for months, and the infusion of shea butter leaves your hands feeling so soft and smooth. $21 at usa.loccitane.com
Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Enriched Body Butter - Macadamia and Kukui nut oils make skin so silky in a refreshing green tea scent. $15 at Macy's stores and elizabetharden.com
Victoria's Secret Amber Romance Ultra-Softening Body Butter - Such an intoxicatingly sensual mix of black cherry, sandalwood and crème anglaise. $10 at victoriassecret.com
Jergens Shea Butter Skin Enriching Moisturizer - Our winter-ravaged hands instantly saw a difference after slathering this on. $4.29 at drugstores nationwide
Zia Natural Skincare Everyday Moisturizer with Jojoba Oil - Jojoba is ultra-hydrating, and the inclusion of chamomile extract makes this really soothing. $19.95 at Whole Foods stores and zianatural.com
Mundo Pulse Balm - After massaging this into our pulse points, we could swear the beginnings of a migraine stopped - which makes this our new purse essential. $14 at mundoproducts.com
Thymes Wild Ginger Body Lotion - A wild mix of citrus fruits and vegetables combine with the heady scent of ginger for an experience that's seriously satisfying. $27 at thymes.com
Dr. Brandt Lineless Cream Age-Inhibitor Complex - One application of this carrot-hued cream and our skin was positively glowing! $100 at sephora.com
B. Kamins Bio-Maple Maple Body Lotion - Formulated with honey and soy, this nourishing lotion is delectably delicious. $34 at bkamins.com
Organix Smoothing Shea Butter Shampoo - Avocado oils and yogurt proteins infuse this creamy concoction with tons of nourishment. $6.99 at Target stores
Freeman Shea Body Butter Olive - So thick and rich, with no hint of slickness following application! $3.99 at freemanbeauty.com
Jonathan Condition Weightless Smooth No-Frizz Crème Rinse - Not only does this contain everything from mango and almond butters to sugar conditioner and basil essential water, it's 100 percent vegan to boot. $20 at Sephora stores and jonathanproduct.com
Origins Spice Odyssey Foaming Body Rub Soap - The two-tone bar - one side cleanses, the other exfoliates - is so delightfully woodsy. $15 at Origins stores and origins.com
Clarins Gentle Foaming Cleanser - Lather up with cool water in the morning and warm water at night for clear skin. $26.50 at Macy's, Bloomingdale's and Saks stores
Von Natur Grapefruit Whipped Butter - Fresh and citrusy, and it leaves behind the prettiest glow. $42 at vonnatur.com
Bonne Bell Dasani Pure Replenishment Lip Balm in Mouthwatering Strawberry - The tiniest swipe across our lips made them so soft and smooth. $2.25 at Rite Aid stores
Clinique Deep Comfort Body Butter (pictured) - We could swear that one application made our skin look younger, smoother and more even - all without leaving behind a greasy residue. $23.50 at clinique.com
Johnson's Shea & Cocoa Butter Baby Wash - We're pretty confident that the intoxicating aroma and silky finish will make this beloved not just by babies. $3.69 at drugstore.com
Bath By Bettijo Sweet Sugar & Shea Hydrating Body Polish - The citrusy sweet granules really refresh and rejuvenate your skin! $32 at bathbybettijo.com
Olay Quench Mousse - The whipped texture really intrigued us - and the smooth finish it left behind didn't disappoint. $5.99 at drugstores nationwide
Covet by Sarah Jessica Parker Rich Body Lotion - Tons of floral notes like geranium leaves, lavender and honeysuckle combine with chocolate, musk, vetiver and amber for a truly indulgent experience. $52 at Macy's stores and macys.com
Euphoria by Calvin Klein Sensual Skin Lotion (pictured) - Notes of pomegranate, persimmon, mahogany wood and black violet make this so sensually captivating. $36 at macys.com
Le Couvent Des Minimes Comforting Shower Gel in Honey & Shea - The scent really is comforting - it makes us long for lazy summer days. $15 at Dillard's and Bon Ton stores
Bliss Vanilla + Bergamot Body Buff - This sweet concoction is speckled with tiny grains that truly scrub your body to perfection. $36 at blissworld.com
Portico Lavender & Citrus Soothing Body Butter - The packaging is pleasantly minimalist, while the scent, thankfully, is not! $18 at porticospa.com
Frédéric Fekkai Creme Luxueuse - Utterly hydrating, utterly moisturizing, and just so utterly luxe. $65 at sephora.com
John Masters Organics Bourbon Vanilla & Tangerine Hair Texturizer - So great for creating piecey, textured looks - and it smells fantastic. $21 at johnmasters.com
Hamadi Lip Balm - The tiny tub is just the absolute perfect size to toss in even the tiniest purse - which means you'll always be in possession of the softest lips around. $11 at hamadibeauty.com
Bath & Body Works True Blue Spa Like Butter Super-Rich Shower Cream - The peacock-blue bottle is wonderfully vibrant - especially good since we're pretty much blind in the morning! $13 at Bath & Body Works stores and bathandbodyworks.com
Jaqua Peach Parfait Shea Body Butter - Always a fan of the line's super-rich body butters, this delicacy might just be our favorite! $22 at avenueyou.com and beautybridge.com
Philosophy Inner Grace Perfumed Firming Body Emulsion (pictured) - We totally love the poem printed on the front of the bottle - and the amazing scent sure doesn't hurt. $34 at sephora.com
Creative Nail Design SolarButter - Almond-y without being cloying, and really moisturizing to boot. $13.95 at goindulge.com
C.O. Bigelow Incredibly Moisturizing Face Cream - Anything that states its purpose right in the name makes us skeptical … but this one really delivers. $20 at Bath & Body Works stores
Sally Hansen Shea Butter Cuticle Balm - Rub this on ravaged cuticles and say goodbye to pesky hangnails! $6.95 at drugstores nationwide
Vera Wang Princess Velvety Body Butter - One glance at the pink jar emblazoned with a crown-topped heart and we were instantly hooked. $35 at Saks Fifth Avenue stores
Smashbox Emulsion Lip Exfoliant - Poppy seeds don't look good stuck in your teeth - but they sure are moisturizing for your lips, especially when combined with jojoba and shea butter. $18 at smashbox.com
- Jamie Sanders, Associate Editor
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