FSS Velvet Flower Extract OS

Exotic, natural, and botanical ingredients continue to capture consumer attention, particularly those inspired by lush and fertile regions such as South America. While many botanical extracts are available in water-soluble formats, formulators often face challenges when developing anhydrous systems that still deliver compelling natural claims and sensory appeal.

Velvet flower, also known as “Love-Lies-Bleeding” or “Pendant Amaranth,” is native to the American tropics. Both the leaves and seeds of Amaranthus caudatus have long been used as a food source throughout South America. Classified as a cereal grain, amaranth is rich in essential amino acids including lysine, valine, leucine, and threonine. The seeds also contain tannins, which may impart mild astringent properties when applied to the skin.

The flower’s striking red hue comes from its high betacyanin content. Beyond their role as natural pigments, betacyanins provide potent antioxidant activity, helping to protect skin from reactive oxygen species that contribute to visible aging and environmental damage. Emerging research has also identified antimicrobial peptides within the seeds, further supporting velvet flower’s functional value in cosmetic applications.

FSS Velvet Flower Extract OS is an oil-soluble extract of Amaranthus caudatus in ethylhexyl palmitate. This emollient carrier enhances slip and spreadability while helping to condition and soften the skin. The combination of botanical activity and elegant sensory performance makes this ingredient especially suitable for decorative cosmetics and lip care, where delicate skin is prone to dryness. FSS Velvet Flower Extract OS allows formulators to effectively incorporate exotic botanical storytelling into modern, anhydrous formulations.

Made Of:

Amaranthus caudatus (Velvet Flower) Extract in Ethylhexyl Palmitate.

Solubility

Oil-Soluble

Use Levels

1.0-10.0%

Appearance

Clear to slightly hazy oil