What’s the big deal about Mango Seed Butter?

Mango Seed Butter

Botanical Name: Mangifera indica

Skin Type: Best for dry or inflamed skin

Mango seed butter is made from oil extracted from the mango’s seed. The benefits of using mango butter on the skin are innumerable. Mango butter naturally heals scars caused by acne, cuts, and scrapes.

The ultra-soothing and anti-inflammatory properties of mango butter eases psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, insect bites, poison ivy, sunburn and other common conditions.

Mango butter is especially good for soothing itchy, flaky dry skin, particularly if it is caused by dryness due to the cold weather.

It is high in antioxidants that can help protect the skin against free radical damage. Free radical reactions lead to skin lesions, which are characterized by a disruption of defense and restoration mechanisms in the skin. Free radicals adversely affect the condition and functioning of the skin [1].

The rich nutrients in mango butter are highly effective for improving and healing the appearance of your skin and hair.

Mango butter has a naturally high concentration of vitamin A, making it an ideal choice to promote healthy cell production. It’s rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, palmitic acid, linoleic acid, oleic acid, arachidic acid, and stearic acid. The high amount of oleic and linoleic acids it contains helps keep the skin moisturized as it tightens and firms the appearance of skin. It provides a more lasting type of moisturization, which can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles down the line.

Mango butter is both nourishing and incredibly moisturizing.

The terms nourishing and moisturizing are often used interchangeably. However, there are subtle differences between the two that are worth exploring. Nourishing and moisturizing are both essential for maintaining healthy and radiant skin, but they serve different purposes. Nourishing refers to providing the skin with essential nutrients and vitamins that promote overall health and well-being. It goes beyond surface-level hydration and focuses on replenishing and revitalizing the skin from within. Nourishing ingredients penetrate deep into the skin, delivering vital nutrients that support its natural functions and enhance its resilience. Moisturizing primarily focuses on maintaining the skin’s hydration levels. It involves creating a barrier on the skin’s surface to prevent moisture loss, thus keeping the skin soft, supple, and smooth [2].

Resources

[1] Michalak M. Plant-Derived Antioxidants: Significance in Skin Health and the Ageing Process. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2022; 23(2):585. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms23020585

[2] The Content Authority -Nourishing vs Moisturizing https://thecontentauthority.com/blog/nourishing-vs-moisturizing