Moisturising natural extract

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June 2010

Brazilian company, Beraca, has launched a new extract. The Biofunctional Cupuaçu Extract Organic, an ECOCERT-certified extract moisturises and enhances elasticity of very dry skin.

Developed from the Brazilian native fruit, cupuaçu, it has revitalising and antioxidant properties and is suggested for use in antiageing creams and after-sun lotions. The formulation is part of the BioFunctional Extracts line, which consists of water soluble extracts sourced from fruits such as açaí and buriti, which can be used for different applications, especially in rinse-off products.

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