A fixed oil from spiny amaranth seeds, used as an emollient.
What it is
Amaranthus spinosus seed oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of spiny amaranth, Amaranthus spinosus, of the family Amaranthaceae. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of oil-based products, such as body oils and creams.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal whether the oil is cold-pressed or refined.
Functions
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.