Praan Naturals Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil is cold pressed from the cleaned and dried seeds of premium quality cucumbers. It is then carefully filtered to obtain a brilliant, clear yellow oil with a mild, fresh cucumber aroma.
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil contains about 14-20% oleic acid and about 60-68% linoleic acid, making it an excellent choice for use in moisturizing formulations for the skin and hair care. A high content of natural tocopherols and phytosterols further enhance its protective and nutritive benefits for beauty and personal care.
Uses:
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil possesses a remarkable amount of phytosterols. Studies indicate that phytosterols help support normal skin elasticity and help maintain healthy, hydrated skin. Cucumber Seed Oil contains a significant percentage of oleic acid and linoleic acid and can be effective in formulations intended to soothe and support dry, problematic, mature and sunburned skin. It is a good choice for inclusion in formulations intended to revitalize and support maturing skin.
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil Properties:
- Absorbs Quickly
- Highly Moisturizing
- Yellow to Light Green Hue
- Characteristic Aroma
- Light to Medium Viscosity
- Stable Shelf Life
- See Spec Sheet for Fatty Acid Composition
Virgin Cucumber Seed Oil is Perfectly Suited for the Following Personal Care Applications:
- Skin Care
- Lip Care
- Hair Care
- Cosmetics
- Aromatherapy
Recommended Usage Rate:
1-100%
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INCI Nomenclature:
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Oil
Shelf Life:
1-2 Years
Origin:
Chile
Extraction Method:
Cold Pressed
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