Camellia japonica vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Camellia japonica

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Description

A Japanese ornamental with medicinal seed oil used for hair, skin, and anti-inflammatory properties.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

oleic acid, linoleic acid, squalene, polyphenols

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

Skin care use, Hair treatment, Wound healing

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

Topical skin care, Hair health, Anti-inflammatory activity

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

Topical seed oil as needed

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Rare allergy

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Rare reactions

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E