Raw Shea Butter Near Me: Where to Buy Real African Shea Butter in Chicago
Chicago local guide · Yado Market blog
By the Yado African & Caribbean Market team · Updated September 2026
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Looking for raw shea butter near you? Yado African & Caribbean Market at 1651 E 87th St, Chicago carries raw African shea butter, yellow shea and whipped shea in several sizes. Order online for free store pickup, get free local delivery on $200+, or have it shipped anywhere in the U.S., usually within 2 business days.
Shop Shea ButterWhere to Buy Raw Shea Butter in Chicago
Real, unrefined shea butter can be hard to find at big stores, where many jars are refined or mixed with other oils. At our store on 87th Street you can see and smell the real thing, pick your size, and grab African black soap and a net sponge for a complete routine.
| Visit: 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60617 · Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM |
| Free pickup: order online and choose store pickup |
| Local delivery: free on orders of $200+ within 15 miles |
| Not in Chicago? We ship shea butter anywhere in the U.S. |
How to Spot Real Raw Shea Butter
Ivory to golden color Raw shea is off-white to beige. Yellow shea gets its color from borututu root. |
Nutty, smoky scent A light natural smell is a good sign. Pure white and scentless usually means refined. |
Melts in your palms Real shea softens quickly from body heat and glides onto skin. |
Slightly grainy is normal Tiny grains form with temperature changes. They melt right in. |
Why Shea Butter Works So Well
Shea butter is naturally rich in fatty acids and contains an unusually high amount of "unsaponifiables" (up to 7 to 10%, compared with under 1% in most plant oils), which is a big reason it's so valued as a moisturizer in skin care. Customers love it for dry skin, elbows, heels, lips and sealing moisture into natural hair, especially during dry Chicago winters.
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Shea Butter Near Me: FAQ
Where can I buy raw shea butter near me in Chicago?
At Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St. Order online for free pickup or local delivery on $200+.
Do you sell unrefined African shea butter?
Yes: raw (unrefined) shea, yellow shea and whipped shea, in several sizes.
Raw or whipped: which should I buy?
Raw is richer and more concentrated. Whipped is fluffy and easier to spread for everyday body care.
Can you ship shea butter?
Yes, anywhere in the U.S., usually within 2 business days.
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