Skin Care Ingredients Do you really know what’s in your skin care? If you shop at Mango Madness Skin Care, you do. We list all of our Skin Care Ingredients for your review and are here to answer any questions you may have about our products. You’ll find our skin care lines are specially formulated so they do not cause allergic reactions. They are free of parabens, estrogen, drying alcohol, fillers and extenders. None of our products is ever tested on animals. You enjoy an unprecedented level of skin care with complete confidence and peace of mind. It is our continuing commitment to provide effective wrinkle creams and moisturizers of the highest quality to our customers. Just as you see the difference in the mirror, we want you to notice the difference in our ingredients. You desire smoother, younger looking skin. We believe this can be achieved with our complexes containing skin care ingredients of the utmost purity and potency.

Anti Aging Skin Care Ingredients That Are Full of Benefits and Free of Fillers

Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 (Argireline®)
Wrinkle reducer. Included in Peptide 6. When applied to specific areas of the face, Argireline inhibits reactions that cause muscles to contract, such as from forming facial expressions including smiling or frowning. Repetitive muscle movements create lines and wrinkles; minimizing muscle contractions reduces the depth of existing wrinkles and prevents the formation of new lines. The reduction in muscle movement caused by Argireline has been shown to produce an anti-wrinkle effect.

Acetyl Glutamyl Heptapeptide-1
A powerful peptide that is an elongation of acetyl hexapeptide. It can significantly lessen muscle contraction, which prevents formation of lines and wrinkles caused by repeated movement. It is particularly effective in reducing wrinkle depth. Included in Peptide 6.

Allantoin
Provides a moisturizing and keratolytic effect, increasing the water content of the extracellular matrix and enhancing the desquamation of upper layers of dead skin cells, increasing the smoothness of the skin; promotion of cell proliferation and wound healing; and a soothing, anti-irritant, and skin protectant. Included Body Butter Creams.

Aloe Barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Leaf Juice
Aloe vera helps dry skin, effective for burn and wound healing, and may have antifungal and antibiotic properties. Included in Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer

Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera helps dry skin, effective for burn and wound healing, and may have antifungal and antibiotic properties. Included in Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Aluminum Oxide Crystals
A naturally occurring mineral used for epidermal abrasion in Microdermabrasion Cream.

Anhydroxylitol
A naturally-derived ingredient from the sugars found in wood and wheat cellulose. Can dramatically improve the epidermal water content by increasing the skin’s dermal water reservoirs.  Included in Maximum Moisture.

Apricot Kernel Oil
Commonly used to moisturize prematurely aged, dry, dehydrated, delicate or sensitive skin. Included in  Peptide 6 and Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Arnica Montana
Used to reduce swelling of the veins under the skin. Included in Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
Fights free radicals and may build collagen. Included in Body Butter Creams.

Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester)
More soluble form of Vitamin C. Effective antioxidant. Fights free radicals and may build collagen.

Behenyl Alcohol
Thickening agent used in cosmetics, helps make skin smoother and prevents moisture loss. Derived from naturally occurring fatty alcohols, it is not related to irritating forms of alcohol. Included in Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)
Found in many high end moisturizing skin products; known for its skin softening effect. Included in  Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer, Body Butter Creams and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

C 13-14 Isoparaffin
Skin softening emollient. Included in Peptide 6 and Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Camellia Sinensis (Japanese Green Tea) Leaf Extract
Well known antioxidant. The polyphenols found in Green Tea are responsible for promoting healthier skin. Shown to fight bacteria, reduce inflammation, and decrease hormone activity, which makes it excellent at treating acne conditions. Included in Body Butter Creams.

Cannabis Sativa (hemp) seed oil
Used to moisturize and hydrate the skin while compensating for lower ceramide levels in the skin, thereby reducing the appearance of wrinkles.  Used in Microdermabrasion Cream.

Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides
Mixed triester of caprylic and capric acids, is a highly refined medium chain triglyceride oil possessing excellent oxidation stability with an almost indefinite shelf life. A desirable emollient with quick skin penetration and no color, odor or taste. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Body Butter Creams.

Caprylyl Glycol
Serves as an emollient (skin softening) base. Included in Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Cetyl Alcohol
Used as an emollient (skin softener), emulsifier, and thickener. Included in   Microdermabrasion Cream, and Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Chamomile Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (Chamomile)
One of the most widely used skin care botanicals; has emollient, tonic, antioxidant and  anti-inflammatory properties; contains azulene which helps to reduce puffiness and cleanse pores of impurities.

Cocamide MIPA
Emulsifying agent made from coconut oil.

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Rich skin conditioning nutrient.

Cucumis Sativus (cucumber) fruit extract
Botanical used for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Cyclomethicone
Emollient, moisturizer and viscosity adjuster. Included in Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Diazolidinyl Urea
A natural, plant based preservative. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Body Butter Creams.

Decyl Glucoside
A mild non-ionic surfactant used for individuals with sensitive skin.

EDTA
(Ethylene Diamine Tetracetic Acid) a product stabilizer. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Body Butter Creams.

Emu Oil
Shown in studies to aid in reducing scar formation in healed burned wounds, muscle sprains, and arthritis due to its strong anti-inflammatory properties.

Emulsifying Wax NF
Emulsifying agent made from combination of cetearyl alcohol and polysorbate 60. Included in Body Butter Creams.

Essential Oils
Natural oils extracted from plants. Included in Exfoliate Me Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel.

Ethylhexylglycerin
Natural skin conditioner and deodorizer. Included in Peptide 6, Maximum Moisture, and Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Fine Grain (food grade) Brown Sugar
Used in  Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub as a mild epidermal abrasive agent.

Germall Plus
Patented combination of 99% Diazolidinyl Urea and 1% Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate; used as a non-paraben preservative.

Glyceryl Stearate
Derived from natural stearic acid and glycerin, an emulsifier and emollient providing stability and texture. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Body Butter Creams.

Glycolic Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid isolated from natural plant sources; used to reduce wrinkles, acne scarring, hyperpigmentation and improve many other skin conditions. Included in Exfoliate Me Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel.

Hyaluronic Acid
A natural substance found in great abundance in young skin, synovial fluid and other tissues in humans and animals. Over time, oxy radicals, produced mostly through exposure to pollutants and sunlight, degrade and destroy hyaluronic acid. The unique properties of Hyaluronic Acid make it the ideal moisturizer. Hyaluronic Acid plays an important role in tissue hydration, lubrication and cellular function, and is able to hold more 1,000 times its weight in water - more than any other natural substance. Its unmatched hydrating properties result in increased smoothness, softening and decreased wrinkles.

Hyaluronic acid (also known as a glycosaminoglycan) is often touted for its ability to "reverse" or stop aging. In news reports, you might have heard of hyaluronic acid as the "key to the fountain of youth." This is because the substance occurs naturally (and quite abundantly) in humans and animals, and is found in young skin, other tissues, and joint fluid. Hyaluronic acid is a component of the body's connective tissues, and is known to cushion and lubricate. As you age, however, the forces of nature destroy hyaluronic acid. Diet and smoking can also affect your body's level of hyaluronic acid over time. Skin care products with hyaluronic acid are most frequently used to treat wrinkled skin.

Hyaluronic Acid is included in Peptide 6, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer, and Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract
Regulates melanin production and has been used in far eastern cultures for years to help brighten and lighten the complexion. Rice bran extract also contains lipoic acid, an antioxidant, and vitamin B5 (niacin) to help improve cellular circulation. Included in Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
An advanced preservative providing a high level of anti-microbial activity, especially against yeast and mold; also has one of the mildest safety profiles of the preservatives. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Body Butter Creams.

Isopropyl Myristate
Ester of isopropanol and myristic acid, commonly derived from nutmeg. Used in cosmetic and topical medicinal preparations where good absorption through the skin is desired.

Jojoba Oil
Plant-derived non-oily water soluble emollient. Included in  Peptide 6 and Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Jojoba-Golden Oil (Buxus Sinensis)
Plant-derived non-oily water soluble emollient. Included in   Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Kosher Vegetable Glycerin
Augments the skin's natural protection by filling in the area known as the intercellular matrix and by attracting just the right amount of water to maintain the skin's homeostasis.

Laureth-7
Emulsifier and surfactant. Included in Peptide 6, and Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Mangifera Indica (Mango Butter) Seed Oil
Natural emollient with high oxidative, wound healing, and regenerative activity. Traditionally used in the rainforests and tropics for its skin softening, soothing, moisturizing and protective properties and to restore flexibility and reduce degeneration of skin cells. It has a protective effect against UV radiation. Included in Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Oil of Kumquat
An essential oil. Included in Exfoliate Me Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel.

Olive Oil
Natural skin moisturizer. Included in Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Olive Oil Castile
Natural skin moisturizer. Included in Exfoliate Me Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel.

Oxido Reductases
Free radical scavenger, neutralizing free radical molecules in the skin that can lead to collagen/elastin damage. Included in Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
A new amino-peptide (five amino acids linked together and attached to a fatty acid) that when added to a culture of fibroblasts (connective tissue cells), stimulates production of collagen, elastin and glucosaminoglycans. Included in Peptide 6 .

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3
Clinically proven to suppress production of interleukins, chemical messengers that trigger inflammation. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3 is a synthetic peptide that is a fragment of immunoglobulin G that has been combined with palmitic acid to make it more lipophillic and thus enhance its affinity towards human skin. Included in Peptide 6 .

Panthenol
A pro-vitamin of the B complex used in skin care as a moisturizer.

Pentapeptide-3
A component of Matrixyl, a five amino acid peptide used to reduce wrinkles without the irritating side effects of Retinol. Included in Peptide 6.

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Natural emollient and skin moisturizer. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream and Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Phenoxyethanol
Organic compound used as a bactericide. Included in  Peptide 6 , Maximum Moisture, Refresh Me Under Eye Cream, Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub, and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Polyacrylamide
Used as a binding agent. Included in Peptide 6 and Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Polyacrylate-13
A polymer used as a thickener.  Included in Maximum Moisture.

Polyisobutene
A polymer used as a thickener.  Included in Maximum Moisture.

Polysorbate 20
Emulsifier and surfactant. Included in Maximum Moisture, Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Prunus Dulcis (Almond) Oil
Emollient and moisturizer. Included in Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Pure Dead Sea Salt, Fine Grain
Natural exfoliant. Included in Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Retinol (Vitamin A Palmitate)
Retinol cream is a topical cream containing Vitamin A and is used to counteract the effects of skin aging. It is also used to address serious skin ailments such as acne. After its absorption into the skin, retinyl palmitate is converted to retinol, and ultimately to retinoic acid (the active form of vitamin A present in Retin-A). Included in ReNew Youth.

Rice Bran Oil (Oryza Sativa)
Abundant source of antioxidants such as Vitamin E, ferulic acid, linolic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid and oryzanol. The oil acts as both a carrier and emollient. Included in Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Rose Hip Seed Oil
Shown to act as a tissue regenerator, helping to prevent signs of aging, reduce scar tissue, and minimize wrinkles. Included in Exfoliate Me Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel.

Salix Nigra (Organic Black Willow Bark) Extract
Naturally derived salicylic acid shown to contain potent antimicrobial properties; more effective than conventional salicylic acid.

Sucrose Cocoate
A gentle, natural and moisturizing soap made from coconut oil.

Seaweed Extracts
A naturally derived gelatin-like substance used to control viscosity. Included in Exfoliate Me Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Organic Jojoba)
Plant-derived non-oily water soluble emollient. Included in  Microdermabrasion Cream.

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
made from fatty acids in coconut oil; used as a surfactant.

Sodium Hydroxy Methyl Glycinate
Gentle preservative derived from glycine, or aminoacetic acid, a naturally occurring amino acid commonly sourced from sugar or soy.

Sorbic Acid
Natural organic compound used as a preservative. Included in Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Soy Peptide
Stimulates fibroblast proliferation and increases collagen and elastin synthesis, resulting in firmer-looking skin. Also helps prevent proteinase activity (as a result of exposure to UV light and ozone) from degrading collagen bundles in the skin. Also helps lighten hyperpigmentation and acts as an anti-irritant, reducing inflammation. Included in Refresh Me Under Eye Cream.

Squalane
Acts as emollient and moisturizer; produced from olive oil.  Helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Absorbs quickly and is non-greasy.  May have anti-cancer properties (per Strang Cancer Research Laboratory, Rockefeller University, New York, New York).   Included in Maximum Moisture, ReNew Youth, Peptide 6, Refresh Me Under Eye Cream, and Nightly Exfoliate.

Stearic Acid
Obtained from natural fats and oils; functions as an emollient and emulsifier. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Body Butter Creams.

Sunflower Oil (Helianthus Annuus)
Natural emollient and skin moisturizer. Included in  Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer, and Dead Sea Salt Scrub.

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Natural skin conditioner, protectant and emollient; softens and protects dry, chapped skin, treats skin irritations, helps erase wrinkles and minimizes stretch marks. Included in Chocolate Lovers Sugar Scrub and Body Butter Creams.

Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
Antioxidant vitamin, emollient and moisturizer. Included in Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer, Body Butter Creams.

Triethanolamine
pH adjuster. Included in Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer.

Tripeptide
Temporarily debilitates the muscle, keeping it from contracting, thereby smoothing lines in wrinkle prone areas. These peptides can significantly modulate muscle contraction, thereby destabilizing the cell so it cannot release the neurotransmitters that make the muscle contract. This prevents the formation of lines and wrinkles.  Included in Peptide 6.

Vegetable Glycerin
Assists in retaining moisture and is helpful in absorbing oxygen into the skin. It is a natural emollient that has a cooling effect on the skin. Included in  Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Exfoliate Me Glycolic Cleansing Gel.

Vitamin A Palmitate
Retinol cream is a topical cream containing Vitamin A and is used to counteract the effects of skin aging. It is also used to address serious skin ailments such as acne. After its absorption into the skin, retinyl palmitate is converted to retinol, and ultimately to retinoic acid (the active form of vitamin A present in Retin-A). Included in ReNew Youth.

Vitamin K
This important skin care vitamin enters through the pores and migrates to any damaged or leaking capillary or artery and helps to clot the blood. This will stop any seepage or leakage under the skin, which is often the cause of dark circles, and allows the tissue to heal itself.  A primary ingredient in Refresh Me under eye cream.

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Powerful antioxidant that exhibits some wound healing properties. Included in  Microdermabrasion Cream, Mango Miracle Daily Facial Moisturizer and Body Butter Creams.

Water, De-ionized
Natural solvent. Included in Body Butter Creams.

Water, Purified
Natural solvent. Included in Peptide 6, and Exfoliate Me Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel.

Xylitol
Used to control the skin microfloral balance in atropic dry skin.  Included in Maximum Moisture.

Xylitylglucoside
A naturally-derived ingredient from the sugars found in wheat and wood cellulose. It has been shown to improve dramatically the epidermal water content by increasing the skin’s dermal water reservoirs.  Included in Maximum Moisture.