Mango Seed kernel Oil (Amchur Ka Tail)

Mango seed kernel is a remarkable source of phytochemicals having the potential to improve human health and prevent the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. Mango seed kernel possesses phytosterols, carotenoids, tocopherol, polyphenols (mangiferin, hesperidin, vanillin, penta-o-galloyl-glucoside, rutin, quercetin, kaempferol, etc.), and phenolic acids (gallic acid, caffeic acid, ellagic acid, ferulic acid, etc.). Reference (Researchgate) - Mango seed kernels are also rich in minerals and high in potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, and sodium (Kittiphoom, 2012). Mineral contents of MSK are comparable to that in grains, legumes, and nuts but do not provide the required RDA (Patel and Kheni).

These phytochemicals are known for their high antioxidant, anticancer, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, and antiplatelet aggregation properties. Mango seed Kernel is rich in starch, fat, protein, polyphenols, minerals, etc.

Some Common Name: Aam Guthli, Amra, Aam Magaj, Mengifera Indica, Mango Seed Kernel, (Name of Mango- Sahakara, Keereshta, Madhavadruma, Bhingabheeshta, Parapushta, Medodbhava, Makanda, Pikabandhava, Rasala, Atisourabha, Chaitravriksha, Madhuphala, Amla Phala, Vanapushpotsava, Madhuphala, Seedhurasa, Madhavavasa, Madhuli, Sweet fruit, Vasantadoota, vasantapadapa, Vasanta, Kamashara, Kamanga, Manmathalaya, Sumadana.

Kama vallabha-Natural aphrodisiac, kokilotsava, kokilabandhu Kashya: Astringent slightly sour and sweet- Indicated in Chardi Vomiting, Atisara-Diarrhea and dysentery, Hrudayadaha-Burning sensation in the chest, Mango Kernel oil is kashaya -Astringent, Swadu -sweet, Tikta - Bitter, Mukharogahara - Useful in oral disorders, Oral ulcer, bad breath, Rooksha-dry, Sugandhi- has good smell pacifies kapha and vata Nature blessed mankind with over 500000 oil yielding plants and phytochemicals present in mango seed kernel showed antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Vibrio vulnificus, Candida albicans, and Xanthomonas campestris.

Mango is “The national fruit of India” and is also known as the “King of fruits” due to its delicious taste and excellent flavor. Mango Kernel Oil can be used as an alternative to Cocoa butter. Mango seed kernel oil efficiently treats dry skin, Moisturizes imparts softness to skin and protects from frost bites, Cures rashes and acts as an anti-rash agent, Oil removes blemishes and wrinkles, Itching skin, acts as a sunscreen and healing sunburnt skin, antiseptic agent, skin cracking - Effective in wounds and cracks and dermatitis preventive, avoid formation of stretch marks during and after pregnancy and also help to remove stretched mark, relieve pain from fatigued muscles and act as a antidepressant. Mango Kernel oil is used in the cosmetic industry as a base and sunscreen; It is preferred over other lipids because it has numerous natural antioxidants and minerals such as selenium, copper, and zinc, etc., Mango kernel oil has the highest phenolic content, rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic acids, and in antioxidant compounds. Also contains phospholipids.

Skin Curative action -

Dry Skin and frost bites - Mango kernel seed is effective in dry skin efficiently treats dry skin, moisturizes, imparts softness to skin, and protects from frostbites.

Rashes - Rashes are severe problems in hot and humid climates and very painful for babies as well, Mango kernel seed oil possesses a wide range of potentially active phenols and bioactive compounds that act as anti-rash agents.

Blemishes and wrinkles - MKO can remove blemishes and its phenols fight against ageing.

Itching skin - Mango kernel seed oil is a rich source of phenolic compounds, Phenol has antibacterial activity, and mango kernel helps cure skin itching.

Sunscreen - Mango kernel seed oil contains fatty acid and triglyceride composition of MKO confers it a unique feature of use in shaving creams for a smooth shave with less skin irritation, it can also minimize the use of after-shave (Antiseptic agents).

Wounds and cracks- dermatitis - Skin cracking is a serious problem, use of MKO on skin cracks offers a quick recovery, It can also be used as a crack and dermatitis preventer.

Stretch marks during pregnancy - stretched marks during and after pregnancy are another main problem in pregnancy, they result in an ugly appearance, application of MKO during pregnancy not only avoids the formation but also removes the stretch marks,

Muscle fatigue, aches, and tension - The use of Mango kernel seed oil relieves pain from fatigued muscles, it also acts as an antidepressant due to the presence of phenolics.

Reference: Solis-Frentes and Duran-de-Bazua (2004) reported notable similarities between mango seed kernel oil (MSKO) and cocoa butter (2018).

Used in Ayurvedic Products: Mango kernel seed is used in Katakakhadiradi Kashayam, Nyagrodhadi Churna, Patrangasava, Brihat Gangadhar Churna