Tag: Cosmetic butter

According to scientific studies, the seeds of the mango fruit, which can constitute up to 22% of the fruit's weight, contain a valuable edible fat. However, while this edible oil exists, it is critical to understand the distinction and never assume you can ingest mango butter found in cosmetic products.

Although the fruit of the murumuru palm is a traditional food source in the Amazon, the highly concentrated butter extracted from its seeds is primarily formulated for cosmetic use. While a small accidental taste is likely harmless, you cannot eat murumuru butter safely on a regular basis due to its unique fatty acid profile, which includes a high atherogenicity index.