Abstract

A REVIEW OF COSMACEUTICAL BENEFITS OF MANGIFERA INDICA ON SKIN

Kanaka V. S*, Subhiksha S., Neha George, Anjitha N. U., Dr. Sapna Shrikumar, Dr. Deepu S., Deborah Evangeline D. and Ranitha R.

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Abstract

Mangifera indica is a topical fruit tree native to South Asia and widely cultivated in many regions for its nutritional benefits. It has gained attention in cosmeceutical field due to its rich phytochemical composition. Various parts of mango tree such as fruit pulp, seeds, bark, leaves and flowers contain active compounds including polyphenols, flavonoids, carotenoids, mangiferin and essential vitamins which imparts powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and photoprotective properties. Mango butter extracted from seed kernels that is beneficial in skincare products for its excellent emollient, moisturizing and regenerative effects. Maintains skin hydration enhance elasticity and protect from UV radiation. Mango have various pharmacological actions like anti diabetic, anticancer, antidiarrheal and immunomodulatory effects. Its active compounds help to repair the skin barrier, reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Mango mainly incorporating in following cosmetic products like moisturizers, sunscreens, lip balms, face masks, hair conditioner and serums.

Keywords: Mangifera indica, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, mangiferin, emollient, UV radiation.