Why Mango Butter Is The Ultimate Skin Care Ingredient

You may have heard of cocoa butter and you may have heard of shea butter but the hottest ticket in town is now mango butter. While mango butter is nothing new to the beauty industry, it is having a moment in mainstream culture, which means it’s time to shine a light on the ingredient.

Spoiler alert: Malie Organics has actually been using mango butter as one of the key ingredients in many of our products for years! We’ve been well aware of why mango butter for skin is so beneficial but now it’s time to share it with all of you. Learning about the various uses of mango butter for skin and how it can improve your skin care journey could change everything…for the better.

What is Mango Butter?

Most people are familiar with mangoes; this sweet, juicy, delicious fruit is the epitome of tropical paradise. With that being said, “butter” isn’t necessarily the next thing you think of in conjunction with mangoes. Well, as it turns out, it should be!

Not sure what mango butter is? We’re here to explain. Mango butter is a soft, moisturizing substance that comes from the seed of the mango fruit. Semi-solid, it’s rich in antioxidants, Vitamins A, B1, B6, C, and E, fatty acids, and copper, phytosterols, polyphenols, and squalene. Who knew mango was so magnificent?

How Mango Butter is Made

This soothing agent can be made either via a cold-press process or with a solvent extraction. With the cold press method, the mango fruit seed is put through a hydraulic press machine to extract the oil used to create the butter.

With the solvent extraction method, the mango seeds are collected, washed, and then sun-dried to reduce the amount of moisture in them. They’re then roasted in a drum roaster, after which the hulls are removed. Then the seeds are sent to a hammer mill, turned into pellets, and cooled. At this point, they can undergo the solvent extraction and can be turned into a creamy consistency. Finally, voila! Mango Butter!

Best Sources of Mango Butter

These days, lots of skincare products contain mango butter, which means it’s easier than ever to reap its benefits. You could try to get it in its raw form but since so many beauty brands now incorporate it into their products, it only makes sense to seek it out from natural beauty companies you already know and trust.

Benefits of Mango Butter

Now onto the question we all really care about: what are the benefits of mango butter for your skin? Sadly, mango butter does not smell like mango because it comes from the fruit's seed and not the fruit's juicy part. However, the good it can do for your skin more than makes up for that.

Acts as a Natural Moisturizer

It may be light in density but mango butter is highly moisturizing. With fast-acting absorption, mango butter conditions the skin to enhance its smoothness and suppleness.

Preserves Moisture Content

Not only does mango butter moisturize, smooth, and soften, but it helps skin stay that way. It does this by acting as an emollient, which means it protects and lubricates the surface of the skin to preserve its texture for the long term.

Useful for Anti-Aging

Signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines can pop up at various stages of life and some people experience them more prominently than others. A good way to potentially combat them may be with mango butter. The vitamin A in mango butter is an antioxidant that helps with cell turnover, thereby improving skin’s elasticity and keeping it firm and youthful looking.

Good for Acne

Anyone who struggles with acne knows that it’s a challenge to find the right skincare ingredients. You want something that is neither too drying nor too oily. Overdrying skin can lead to excess oil production, but introducing too much oil can clog pores. Mango butter is good for the skin because it contains some oil but not too much. It is non-comedogenic, lightweight, and non-greasy so it won’t feel heavy on your skin.

Anti-Inflammatory & Anti-Bacterial

Part of why mango butter is so good for the skin is because of the anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties it contains. Research suggests that mango butter can halt the reproduction of bacteria, making it a valuable addition to anyone’s skincare routine who suffers from inflammation and breakouts.

Great for Sensitive Skin

People with psoriasis, eczema, and mild forms of dermatitis may find relief by using mango butter. These skin concerns require extra moisture and protection, which is exactly what mango butter delivers.

Scar Remedy

Scars and stretch marks can make even the most confident of individuals a bit self-conscious. Not only can mango butter help soften the appearance of existing scars and stretch marks, but it can also be used preventatively. For example, people who are pregnant may find that moisturizing with mango butter helps as the skin stretches and changes.

Best Skin Care Products With Mango Butter

At Malie Organics, we strongly believe in the benefits of mango butter for skin. That’s why several of our products contain this fantastic ingredient.

B ody Gloss

The first of its kind, Malie Organics’ botanical Body Gloss is skin care at its finest. Think of it as your favorite lip gloss but for your whole body.

After they’re blended and melted together, organic botanical butters are then whipped with luxurious extra virgin coconut oil to form a thick, smooth mixture that glides effortlessly on the skin. Absorption is immediate, leaving skin with a desirable silky radiance. Providing a protective barrier that locks in moisture, our Body Gloss leaves skin hydrated and glowing, glossy yet never greasy. This luscious body gloss glides on wet or dry skin and lasts longer than traditional lotions.

Key Beneficial Ingredients:

Organic mango and aloe butters. These butters are rich in vitamins A, C and beta carotene, helping prevent the degeneration of skin cells and restoring skin flexibility.
Organic macadamia nut butter. Rich in omega 3 & 6, macadamia nut butter promotes a soft, youthful appearance while aiding in the recovery of sunburns, windburns, and scars.

Malie Organics’ Body Gloss is available in our signature scents including Tiare, Plumeria, Koke’e, Pikake, Mango Nectar, Coconut Vanilla, and Pineapple. Discover your favorite aroma and indulge your skin in something amazing!

Botanical Butter Buns

Experience the ultimate in-shower indulgence with Malie Organics’ Botanical Butter Bun. This luxurious total body moisturizer is formulated with high-quality organic ingredients, including mango butter, cocoa butter, vitamin E, and turmeric. They work together to deeply nourish the skin, leaving you with a stunning glow.

The combination of these ingredients protects sun-kissed tan while repairing sunburns and prevents your skin from peeling. No matter which tropical scent you choose, you’ll find that it pairs perfectly with the richness and warmth of cocoa and mango butter.

Key beneficial ingredients:

Mango Butter. As we’ve already discussed, mango butter is rich in vitamins A & C and beta carotene. This helps it restore skin’s flexibility and promote firmer skin while preventing the degeneration of skin cells and the appearance of wrinkles. Mango Butter promotes deep lasting moisturization.
Vitamin E Oil. This is the healing agent you need. Vitamin E Oil not only promotes healing, but its antioxidant properties also help prevent premature aging, along with preventing free radical damage. Vitamin E Oil boosts collagen production and addresses wrinkles by supporting new skin cell growth.
Turmeric. Useful for more than just cooking, Turmeric also has antiseptic and antibacterial properties to provide a youthful glow to your skin. Turmeric has the properties to prevent exposure to ultraviolet B radiation, giving slight sun damage protection.
Cocoa Butter. Combat skin skin dryness and peeling with cocoa butter. In addition to being an excellent skin moisturizer, cocoa butter also comes jam packed with a large supply of natural antioxidants to fight signs of aging and soothe skin irritation.

Malie Organics’ Botanical Butter Buns are available in Mango Nectar, Plumeria, Koke’e, and Pikake.

Luxe Cream Soap

Elevate your cleansing experience with Malie Organics’ Luxe Cream Soap. This luxurious bar soap will put all your others to shame. Pamper your skin and delight your senses every time you use this intensely moisturizing bar of soap. Made with botanical ingredients in a cold process method, our Luxe Cream Soap is versatile and unique. Not only will it cleanse your skin, but it also provides exceptional moisturization, so much so that it can be used for shaving. In fact, this organic bar soap is so hydrating that you don’t even need to follow up with a body lotion afterward.