Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Amaranth has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in parts of South America, Africa, and Asia. In the context of skin care, amaranth seeds and leaves have been used in folk remedies for promoting wound healing, soothing inflammation, and maintaining general skin health. The traditional rationale is based on the plant's rich content of antioxidants, particularly vitamin E and squalene, as well as its anti-inflammatory and emollient properties. Squalene, in particular, is a natural lipid that helps maintain skin moisture and barrier function, which may explain its use in traditional skin care routines and topical preparations.

From a scientific perspective, research on amaranth's direct benefits for human skin remains limited. Some laboratory and animal studies have shown that amaranth oil possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which could theoretically benefit skin health by protecting against oxidative stress and supporting skin repair. However, there is a lack of robust human clinical trials confirming these effects or quantifying benefits for specific skin conditions. Thus, while traditional usage is widespread and some scientific rationale exists, the evidence is not strong or conclusive, and the use of amaranth in skin care is best described as traditional with a moderate level of supporting evidence.

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