These two ingredients are highly emollient plant butters commonly used together in cosmetic products to nourish, repair, and protect skin.
Here’s a complete breakdown of this ingredient duo:
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter: This is shea butter, extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree.
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter: This is mango butter, extracted from the central kernel of the mango.
Properties and Complementarity
Characteristics Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii) Mango Butter (Mangifera Indica)
Texture & Finish Rich, thick, leaves a protective film. Lighter, melts into the skin, absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue.
Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii) Key Nutrients: Fatty acids (stearic, oleic), Vitamins A, E, F. Antioxidants, Vitamins A, C, E.
Primary Target: Very dry, irritated skin, eczema. Loss of elasticity, dull complexion, fine lines.
The combination of these two ingredients creates a treatment that is both intensely nourishing and pleasant to apply, where mango lightens the heavy texture of shea butter.
Their main applications in Lipsticks & Serums: This duo is primarily found in the BioSy MakeUp Paris® Lipstick Collection to seal in moisture and prevent chapping.