Mango Butter

INCI: Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Also known as: Mango kernel butter
EmollientsemollientbotanicalAnecdotal evidencePregnancy safe
68
Skinlumis Rating
Comedogenic
2/5
Irritancy
0/5
Best applied
Both
Effective range
1%–10%
How It Works

A milder plant butter than shea, with similar fatty-acid profile but lighter texture and neutral scent.

Forms an occlusive lipid layer; stearic-oleic balance restores barrier.

pH Range
5.0–7.0
Benefits
  • Light occlusion
  • Neutral scent
  • Suitable for face creams
Proven For

What the evidence supports.

Dryness
Best For
  • All skin types
Avoid If

No notable contraindications reported.

Layering Order
8/10

Final occlusive/SPF layer.

Max Safe Concentration
100%

Concentration range in well-formulated products: 1%–10%

Seasonal Use

Year-round.

Nutrition Connection

Mango flesh is dietary; seed butter is cosmetic only.

Skin Signals When You Need It

No specific deficiency signals tracked for this ingredient.

For Estheticians & Professionals

Substitute for shea in fragrance-sensitive formulas.

Clinical Evidence

The research behind Mango Butter.

3 peer-reviewed studies

Every claim on this page traces to published research. Findings below are drawn from randomized trials and systematic reviews, each links to the study on PubMed.

Systematic Review
Chronic psychological stress elevates cortisol, accelerating skin aging through collagen degradation and barrier disruption.
Chen Y, Lyga J
Inflammation and Allergy Drug Targets, 2014
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Nano-hyaluronic acid significantly improved skin hydration and elasticity after 8 weeks.
Jegasothy SM, Zabolotniaia V, Bielfeldt S
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2014
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Ceramide-dominant emollients improved skin barrier function by 63% within 6 weeks.
Draelos ZD, Ertel K, Berge C
Cutis, 2006
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Pairs Well With
Conflicts With

No flagged conflicts. Still, patch-test new actives.

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