Bertholletia Excelsa Extract at a Glance
- From the Brazil nut tree
- Contains antioxidant compounds
- Might also stimulate collagen production
Bertholletia Excelsa Extract Description
extract comes from a plant more commonly known as the Brazil nut. Extracts from this plant can come from its bark, seeds, or stems.
While there isn’t a great depth of research at this point on Brazil nut extracts uses in cosmetics, what we do know about it is promising.
stimulates collagen production, making it a valuable ally in the fight against visible signs of aging.
extract is most often prepared for cosmetics in a base of water and glycerin. In this form, use levels of the extract range from 0.25–2.5%, with clinical studies showing impressive benefits beginning at a 1% use level.
Bertholletia Excelsa Extract References
Nutrition Reviews, February 2025, pages e471–e485
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2024, pages 643-656
Trends in Sciences, August 2023, pages 1-15
Boletín Latinoamericano y del Caribe de Plantas Medicinales y Aromáticas, July 2023, pages 472-487