Our Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil is expertly cold pressed in Chili from the cleaned and dried seeds of premium quality cucumbers (Cucumis sativus).
It is then filtered to obtain a brilliant, clear yellow to green oil with a mild, fresh cucumber aroma.
Our Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil is incredibly abundant in sterols and tocopherols, making it a valuable addition to the finest skin and hair care formulations.
Its impressive composition of linoleic and oleic acids further enhances its benefits in personal care applications.
Sustainable Sourcing:
The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources) has not evaluated the cucumber species Cucumis sativus, most likely because cucumbers are so abundant.
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil Properties:
Absorbs Quickly
Highly Moisturizing
Yellow to Light Green Hue
Characteristic Aroma
Light to Medium Viscosity
Stable Shelf Life
Abundant Source of Sterols and Tocopherols (Vitamin E)
See Spec Sheet for More Information
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil is Perfectly Suited for the Following Personal Care Applications:
Skin Care
Lip Care
Hair Care
Nail Care
Cosmetics
Aromatherapy
Uses:
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil is a predominantly polyunsaturated oil due to its composition of 60-68% linoleic acid.
The significant ratio of sterols and tocopherols present in Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil contributes to its ability to soothe, moisturize, support and protect the skin and hair. It supports normal skin elasticity and helps maintain healthy, hydrated skin.
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil is a light yet deeply nourishing oil that absorbs rapidly, feels wonderful when applied and leaves the skin looking and feeling more youthful.
It is especially beneficial in formulations intended to support dry, problematic, mature and sunburned skin.
Its composition also makes it well suited for inclusion within hair care formulations.
Usage Rate:
1-100%
Origin: CL INCI: Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Oil Extraction Method:Cold Pressed Shelf Life: 1-2 Years Saponification Value (mg KOH/g oil): 180 - 190 SAP Multiplier for NaOH: 0.132 SAP Multiplier for KOH: 0.185
Color Suggestions:
We recommend pairing this ingredient with the following colors:
