The mango tree (Mangifera indica), revered as the national fruit of India and often referred to as the “King of Fruits,” carries both cultural and scientific significance. For over 4,000 years, mangoes have played a central role in Ayurvedic medicine, where they’ve been used to support immunity, cognitive performance, and cardiovascular health. While the sweet, golden flesh is widely celebrated, it is the seed—or more specifically, the butter extracted from the kernel—that offers remarkable dermatological benefits.

Mango butter is derived through mechanical or solvent extraction from the seed of the mango fruit. Biochemically, it is rich in saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, including oleic, stearic, palmitic, linoleic, and arachidic acids. These lipids are known to enhance the skin barrier, increase moisture retention, and reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL)—a crucial function in maintaining healthy, resilient skin.

From a nutritional perspective, mango butter delivers a spectrum of bioactive compounds including vitamins A, C, and E—antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals and support collagen synthesis. These vitamins, in conjunction with the butter’s emollient profile, promote wound healing, improve skin elasticity, and mitigate the appearance of fine lines and hyperpigmentation. Its antimicrobial properties further assist in maintaining a balanced skin microbiome, protecting against environmental stressors, and reducing the risk of breakouts.

At LINNÉ Botanicals, we intentionally formulate with mango butter in products where barrier support, hydration, and repair are central goals. You’ll find it in:

• NURTURE – Face and Body Balm: A deeply restorative balm that calms inflammation, seals in moisture, and supports skin regeneration. Mango butter contributes a smooth, non-comedogenic base ideal for dry, sensitive, or compromised skin.

• NOURISH – Lip Balm: A protective and conditioning treatment for the lips, where the lipid profile of mango butter offers both occlusive and nutritive support, helping to prevent chapping and maintain softness even in extreme conditions.

Our formulations are guided by both traditional knowledge and modern science. Mango butter exemplifies this intersection—its use rooted in millennia of plant medicine and now validated by contemporary dermatological research.

As always at LINNÉ, ingredient selection is both intentional and functional. We choose botanicals not only for their natural origin but for their proven efficacy. In the case of mango butter, we honor a time-tested material that continues to deliver real results.