Can you lick shea butter? An in-depth guide to ingestion safety
                                
                                
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                                Shea butter is a traditional cooking fat in West Africa, where it has been safely used in cuisine for centuries. This fact often leads people to question: can you lick shea butter that is intended for cosmetic use, and what are the potential risks involved?