Quinoa

Organic quinoa extract

INCI name:

Chenopodium quinoa seed extract

Part(s) used:

Seed, graine

Protection
Organic Farming

The power of plants

For thousands of years, quinoa has been grown on the Andean Altiplano and served as a staple food for its people. The Incas regarded it as a holy plant and worshipped its seeds. It is said that quinoa’s high protein and amino acid content played a major part in the spread of this civilization. Quinoa was discovered in the 1970’s by westerners and the seed is now eaten for its exceptional nutritional benefits.

Skincare Benefits Organic quinoa extract

In cosmetics, organic quinoa extract helps to reinforce the skin barrier.

Responsible sourcing

Protecting the soil and biodiversity is a longstanding commitment at Clarins. That’s why we have always given priority to plant-based active ingredients sourced from organic agriculture, grown using sustainable farming methods that respect nature and the health of the soil. Our quinoa extract is organically-certified and obtained using a natural and environmentally-friendly extraction process.