Kokum Butter & Mango Butter: The Skin-Nourishing Duo Behind Our Moisturizers

When it comes to deep, lasting hydration, not all butters are created equal. At Purple Monkey Beauty, two plant-based powerhouses sit at the heart of our moisturizer formulas: kokum butter and mango butter. Here's why we chose them — and what they do for your skin.

What Is Kokum Butter?

Kokum butter is extracted from the seeds of the Garcinia indica fruit, native to India. It's one of the hardest natural butters, which makes it exceptional at forming a protective barrier on the skin without feeling greasy. Unlike heavier butters, kokum butter is non-comedogenic — meaning it won't clog your pores — making it ideal for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin.

Key benefits of kokum butter:

• Deeply moisturizes without a heavy, greasy feel
• Helps restore skin elasticity and firmness
• Soothes dry, cracked, or irritated skin
• Rich in essential fatty acids that support the skin barrier

What Is Mango Butter?

Mango butter is cold-pressed from the seed kernel of the mango fruit. It's packed with vitamins A, C, and E, along with stearic and oleic acids — a combination that makes it one of the most nourishing natural butters available. It melts beautifully into skin, delivering moisture that lasts throughout the day.

Key benefits of mango butter:

• Intensely hydrates and softens skin
• Supports collagen production for a firmer, more youthful look
• Antioxidant-rich to help protect against environmental stressors
• Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and dullness

Why We Use Both Together

Kokum and mango butter complement each other perfectly. Kokum butter provides structure and barrier protection, while mango butter delivers rich, vitamin-packed nourishment. Together, they create a moisturizer base that feels luxurious, absorbs well, and keeps skin hydrated for hours — without synthetic fillers or harsh chemicals.

You'll find this powerful duo in our Alpha Arbutin Vegan Face Moisturizer, our Alpha Arbutin Daily Moisturizer for Men, our Vegan Face Moisturizer for Teens, and our Brightening Night Moisturizer — all formulated with clean, plant-based ingredients your skin can trust.

Who Benefits Most?

This butter blend is especially beneficial for:

• Dry or dehydrated skin that needs lasting moisture
• Mature skin looking to improve firmness and elasticity
• Sensitive skin that reacts to synthetic ingredients
• Anyone building a vegan skincare routine with clean beauty products

How to Get the Most Out of Your Moisturizer

Apply your Purple Monkey Beauty moisturizer to clean, slightly damp skin — morning and night. The kokum and mango butter base absorbs best when skin is prepped with a toner or face mist. For an extra boost, layer over our Natural Brightening Face Oil at night.

Ready to experience the difference? Explore our full range of natural face creams and find the one that fits your skin's needs.