Emollient

Amaranth

Ancient grain with a record squalene content among plant oils. Amaranth seed oil contains 5-8% squalene — the highest level among plants, making it a valuable moisturizer for all skin types.

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Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Amaranth — seeds and oil of Amaranthus Cruentus or Amaranthus Hypochondriacus. The oil contains 5-8% squalene (the highest among plants), unsaturated fatty acids, tocotrienols (the most powerful form of vitamin E). In INCI: Amaranthus Cruentus Seed Oil or Amaranthus Cruentus Seed Extract.

Used in moisturizing products for skin and hair, antioxidant serums, creams for mature skin, and products that mimic sebum.

Key Benefits

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Record plant squalene content

5-8% squalene in amaranth oil — the highest among plant sources. Squalene is a natural component of the skin and is perfectly absorbed without a greasy feeling.

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Powerful antioxidant (tocotrienols)

Tocotrienols — the most active form of vitamin E, 50 times more powerful than tocopherol in neutralizing free radicals and protecting against photoaging.

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Hydration and barrier support

Unsaturated fatty acids restore the lipid barrier and retain moisture, providing long-lasting hydration.

Suitable for

For all skin typesFor mature skinFor dry skinFor oily skin (squalene is non-comedogenic)

Main Actions

✓ Squalene hydration✓ Antioxidant protection✓ Barrier restoration✓ Nourishment✓ Protection from photoaging

Tocotrienols vs tocopherols

Tocotrienols in amaranth are a rarer and more powerful form of vitamin E than regular tocopherol. If you see 'tocotrienol' in INCI — it is a special value of the formula.

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