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Emollient

Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Oil

Often labeled as: Amaranth Oil

The ultimate botanical source of Squalene.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Cold-pressed from Amaranth seeds. It is completely unique because it is one of the highest known botanical sources of natural Squalene (a crucial skin lipid), providing profound barrier repair.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Restores the lipid matrix, softens extreme dryness, and improves elasticity.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A fantastic, plant-based alternative for deep lipid nourishment.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It causes severe fungal acne.

The Science

While highly emollient, it is generally very biocompatible with human sebum.