Researched by Helena DeMaria-Williams
Formula IngredientEmollientINCI: Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Mangifera indica seed butter (mango seed butter) is a soft, off-white to ivory fat extracted from the kernels of mango fruit. It is rich in stearic and oleic fatty acids, antioxidant phenolic compounds including ferulic acid, and provides almost all essential amino acids. As an emollient and skin conditioning agent, it softens and smooths skin by forming a protective barrier that reduces transepidermal water loss.
Category
Emollient
Irritation Risk
Low
Skin Types
dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin, normal skin
emollient, moisturisation, skin conditioning, antioxidant protection, barrier support, skin softening, nourishment
Mango seed butter is widely considered a low-irritancy ingredient. No EU CosIng Annex II or III restrictions apply. However, individuals with known mango (Anacardiaceae family) allergies should exercise caution, as cross-reactivity is possible — mango is in the same family as poison ivy and cashews.
Mango seed butter does not increase photosensitivity. No special sun protection precautions are required based on its presence in a formulation.
Mango seed butter is a topically applied plant butter with no known reproductive or developmental toxicity. It is considered safe for use during pregnancy. No concerns are flagged in available safety databases.
Mangifera indica seed butter (mango seed butter) is a soft, off-white to ivory fat extracted from the kernels of mango fruit. It is rich in stearic and oleic fatty acids, antioxidant phenolic compounds including ferulic acid, and provides almost all essential amino acids. As an emollient and skin conditioning agent, it softens and smooths skin by forming a protective barrier that reduces transepidermal water loss.
Individuals with mango allergy, Anacardiaceae family allergy, acne-prone skin (patch test first) should review the considerations above before use.