Comedogenic rating
Mango Butter Comedogenic Rating
Rating
2
out of 5 (range 2)
Pore-clogging risk
ModerateClogs pores for some people, especially on oily or breakout-prone facial skin.
Category
Plant butter
Mango butter rates a moderate 2 and is a lighter, less greasy alternative to cocoa butter for dry and sensitive skin.
What a rating of 2 means
A rating of 2 keeps mango butter low to moderate. It is firmer than shea but absorbs cleanly, making it a popular base in body butters and balms for people who find cocoa butter too heavy and clogging.
Fatty acid profile
Mango butter balances oleic and stearic acids, giving it a smooth, non-greasy finish once it melts into skin. It is naturally low in scent, which suits fragrance-sensitive users.
Key fatty acids: Oleic acid, Stearic acid, Palmitic acid.
Profile: Balanced oleic and stearic, firmer than shea.
Best for
- Dry skin
- Sensitive skin
- Body skin
Use caution with
- Very oily facial skin in thick layers
Who should use it
Dry and sensitive skin do well with mango butter on the body and as a balm base. On very oily faces, keep layers thin. It is a good vegan-friendly rich butter when you want lower clogging risk than cocoa.
How it compares to beef tallow
Mango butter and beef tallow are both moderate-rich and low on the comedogenic scale. Tallow leans closer to skin sebum, while mango butter is a plant option with a clean, low-scent finish.
How to apply it
Warm mango butter between your palms before applying so it melts into a smooth layer rather than a waxy film.
Common questions
Is mango butter comedogenic?
Mango butter rates 2 and is low to moderate on the comedogenic scale, making it a lighter alternative to cocoa butter for dry and sensitive skin.
Is mango butter better than cocoa butter for the face?
For pore-prone skin, yes. Mango butter rates 2 while cocoa butter rates 4, so mango is much less likely to clog facial pores.
How does mango butter compare to beef tallow?
Both are rich and low-clog. Tallow is closer to skin sebum, while mango butter is a clean, low-scent plant option.
Want richness with a low comedogenic rating?
Beef tallow rates around 1 to 2 and mirrors skin sebum, which makes it an easy face swap if mango butter feels too heavy or clogging. Misun Health uses a single grass-fed ingredient with no fragrance or fillers.
Compare related ingredients
- Beef Tallow (rates 2)
- Jojoba Oil (rates 2)
- Shea Butter (rates 2)
- Olive Oil (rates 2)
- Rosehip Oil (rates 1)
- Castor Oil (rates 1)
Educational content only. This page is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Comedogenic ratings are general guides that can vary by source and by individual skin. Patch test new products before regular use.