Quinoa-derived amino acids that gently condition and soften both hair and skin, helping restore moisture and smoothness.
CAS #
226993-80-2
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Derived from quinoa seeds (Chenopodium quinoa), a plant native to the Andes region of South America. Created by hydrolyzing quinoa proteins into amino acids, then esterifying them with caprylic acid.
Function
Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern ingredient combining caprylic acid with amino acids from quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa). Developed to provide complete plant-based amino acid conditioning in contemporary skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer