mango (Mangifera indica) is associated with various benefits, including anti-oxidant skin-softening and smoothing properties, thanks to natural enzymatic activity. When listed simply as mango, it is difficult to identify which part of the plant is used. This limits a full understanding as to why mango was selected for a cosmetic formula. While mango fruit is considered astringent in a cosmetic, the extract of both the fruit and leaf are skin conditioning. Mango seed is abrasive and hence used in scrubs, while the seed oil is emollient. Thus, more specific information as to the form or portion of the plant used is necessary to determine function in the cosmetic formulation.
