Shea Butter for Glowing Skin

8. Poison Ivy or Poison Oak

The rashes from poison ivy and poison oak are itchy, painful, and contagious. Using shea butter to calm red and irritated skin can help reduce the itching and tightness of these rashes. Shea butter also provides a natural barrier with its thick, slightly oily nature. It's thick enough to remain in the place where applied and helps prevent the rash from spreading. As your skin heals from poison ivy and poison oak, use the butter to keep the new skin fresh and soft, and soothe the dryness from the old skin as it flakes away.