Mango
Mango is a tropical fruit whose butter, extract and oil are popular in UK skincare and haircare for their rich, nourishing and gently conditioning properties. Packed with natural fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants, it helps soften and smooth skin and hair without feeling heavy. It is a favourite in creams, balms, body butters and hair masks for its sweet, fruity scent and skin-friendly profile.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics mango butter and oil act as excellent emollients that melt at body temperature, forming a breathable film that locks in moisture while allowing the skin to function naturally. The fruit’s natural lipids, including stearic and oleic acids, help replenish the skin’s barrier and improve elasticity, while its subtle antioxidant content helps protect against environmental stressors. Mango extract is also used for its mild fruity aroma and skin-soothing qualities in everything from lip balms and face creams to conditioning hair treatments.
Key benefits
- Deeply moisturises and softens dry skin
- Helps improve skin elasticity and smoothness
- Conditions and tames frizzy or dry hair
- Forms a protective barrier against moisture loss
- Provides a light fruity scent in formulations
- Suitable for sensitive and irritated skin
Best for
dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin, normal skin
Where it comes from
Mango butter and oil are obtained from the seeds (kernels) of the mango fruit, Mangifera indica, a large evergreen tree native to South Asia and now widely cultivated in tropical regions.