Quinoa seed extract from the Andes Mountains conditions and nourishes skin, helping it stay soft and hydrated.
Family
Amaranthaceae (formerly Chenopodiaceae)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Quinoa has been cultivated in the Andes for over 7,000 years as a staple food crop by indigenous peoples. In traditional use, quinoa seeds were valued for their nutritional properties, and modern skincare applications leverage their amino acid and protein content for skin conditioning.