Amaranth Oil
Amaranth Oil is obtained from the seeds of amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus L.), a plant in the Amaranthaceae family, which grows in numerous regions of the world. The tiny seeds have a rich oil content of only 5 to 6 %.
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High content of linoleic acid
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Natural UV filter
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High content of oleic acid
This product has the following features:
- Abundant in unsaturated fatty acids, e.g. linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2) and oleic acid (omega-9, C18:1)
- High in the skin-nourishing antioxidant squalene
- Rich in protective palmitic acid (C16:1)
Cosmetics
- Used as a base oil, especially for rough, dry or irritated skin
- Linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2), oleic acid (omega-9, C18:1) and palmitic acid (C16:0) act as skin-related lipids.
- Moisture retaining and replenishing
- Ideal for use in sunscreen products thanks to its natural ability to absorb UV radiation