Mango Butter
Mango Butter is obtained from the seeds of the mango (Mangifera indica). The evergreen mango tree belongs to the sumac family (Anacardiaceae) and generally grows up to 15 metres high. The kernels have a fatty oil content ranging between approximately 9 and 13 percent. Originally native to India, today's growing areas include India, Pakistan, Burma and the Philippines.
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Healing properties
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High content of stearic and oleic acid
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Moisturizing
This product has the following features:
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High content of stearic acid (C18:0) and oleic acid (omega-9, C18:1)
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Its melting behaviour is similar to that of cocoa butter.
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Solid consistency
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Has a long shelf life
Cosmetics
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Regenerative and healing, replenishes the lipids in the skin
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Good at retaining moisture in the skin
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Used in baby creams and body creams, lotions and lip balms
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Nourishing, adds moisture to hair care products
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Used in soaps that replenish the lipids in the skin
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Well-tolerated alternative for paraffin wax
Pharmaceuticals
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Used in wound-healing salves