Emollient
BERTHOLLETIA EXCELSA SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Brazil nut seed oil esterified with PEG-8 to make it water-dispersible, used as a conditioning emollient for skin and hair. Well-tolerated; tree-nut allergy and PEG dioxane caveat to note.
Function
Skin benefits
- Water-soluble emollient
- Conditions skin and hair
- Combines plant lipids with mild surfactancy
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from PEG-8
- Plant allergen risk in tree-nut-allergic users
- Limited cosmetic-specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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