What it is
Nelumbo nucifera seed extract is obtained from the seeds of the sacred lotus, an aquatic plant widely cultivated in Asia. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning botanical and is valued for the plant-derived constituents it brings to a formula. It commonly appears in moisturizers and sun care products as part of a botanical complex.
Safety & warnings
As a botanical seed extract, lotus seed extract is generally well tolerated at the levels used in cosmetics. As with any plant extract, sensitive individuals may occasionally react, so patch testing is reasonable for very reactive skin.
Origin & sourcing
Natural extract derived from the seeds of Nelumbo nucifera, the sacred lotus, an aquatic plant cultivated across East and South Asia.
History
The lotus holds deep cultural and symbolic significance across Asia and has a long history of culinary and traditional use, including the consumption of its seeds.
Questions everyone asks
What is lotus seed extract made from?
It is made from the seeds of Nelumbo nucifera, the sacred lotus, an aquatic plant cultivated widely across Asia.
What does it do in skin care?
It is used as a skin-conditioning botanical, contributing plant-derived constituents, and often appears as part of a botanical complex.