Brazil Nut Extract

The Basics On Brazil Nut Extract

What is Brazil Nut Extract?

Extract from the Brazil nut, has multiple sources of antioxidants, such as Vitamin E and Vitamin B, and is also a rich source of selenium.

What are other names for Brazil Nut Extract?

BERTHOLLETIA EXCELSA (BRAZILNUT) SEED OIL, BERTHOLLETIA EXCELSA NUT OIL, BERTHOLLETIA EXCELSA SEED OIL, BRAZIL (BERTHOLETTA EXCELSA) NUT OIL, BRAZIL NUTS OIL, BRAZILNUT SEED OIL, and OIL OF BRAZIL NUTS

What is Brazil Nut Extract used for?

Brazil nut is beneficial to mature and aging skin, and dry skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is known to strengthen and condition dry, brittle and damaged hair. It softens skin and hair without greasy residue. It is high in anti-oxidants, supporting healthy skin and hair.

How Brazil Nut Extract is classified

Antioxidants, Plant Extracts

Recommendations for using Brazil Nut Extract during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Brazil Nut Extract During Pregnancy

What we know about using Brazil Nut Extract while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Brazil Nut Extract from CIR

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel reviewed the safety of 19 plant-derived proteins and peptides, which function mainly as skin and/or hair conditioning agents in personal care products. The Panel concluded that 18 plant-derived proteins and peptides are safe as used in the present practices of use and concentration as described in this safety assessment, while the data on Hydrolyzed Maple Sycamore Protein are insufficient to determine safety.

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Products where you might find Brazil Nut Extract

GROWN ALCHEMIST Intensive Hand Cream – Persian Rose & Argan Extract ; skyn ICELAND Icelandic Relief Eye Cream with Glacial Flower Extract; skyn ICELAND Oxygen Infusion Night Cream with Glacial Flower Extract; The Ordinary “B” Oil; only 1 product listed