At LASU, we believe that skincare should do good for your body, the animals, and the world. That is why we are highly careful about how we select our ingredients.
Our products are 100% vegan and cruelty-free. We never use animal products, and we never test on animals. While we do not run the fields ourselves, we purposely choose supply partners who work hand-in-hand with women-led cooperatives in Ghana. This special connection ensures that every product you buy helps support real families and rural communities.
How Your Choices Empower Women
The unrefined shea butter and baobab oil we use at LASU are plant-based and handcrafted by women using traditional skills passed down for generations.
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Fair Wages: Your purchases help support a system that pays fair-trade premiums directly to women makers.
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Strong Communities: This steady income helps women pay for their children's schooling and build safer homes.
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Eco-Friendly: The cooperative networks use gentle, sustainable harvesting methods that protect wild trees and the local ecosystem.
The Deep Benefits of Unrefined Shea Butter
Many brands use refined shea butter. That version is processed with harsh chemicals and high heat that strip away all the good stuff. At LASU, we use 100% pure, unrefined shea butter so your skin gets the full raw power of nature.
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Intense Moisture: Rich in special fatty acids that lock in hydration and protect dry skin.
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Vitamin Loaded: Packed with Vitamins A, E, and F to help renew skin and fade spots.
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Calms Irritation: Gently soothes skin troubles like sunburns, eczema, and dry patches.
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Smooths Lines: Boosts natural collagen to keep your skin looking firm and youthful
The Superpower of Baobab Oil
Known as the "Tree of Life," the wild African baobab tree produces seeds that hold a golden skincare secret. Our baobab oil is cold-pressed, lightweight, and non-greasy.
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Rebuilds Skin: High in Omega 3, 6, and 9 fats that repair a weak or damaged skin barrier.
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Brightens Safely: Loaded with Vitamin C to give you a natural, healthy glow.
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Protects: It shields your skin from daily pollution to reduce signs of aging and boost your natural radiance.
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Won't Clog Pores: It sinks in quickly and carries a low comedogenic rating, making it safe for acne-prone skin.
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Reduces Redness: Quickly targets inflammation to soothe breakouts and uneven skin tones.