Cucumis Sativus Oil is commonly known as cucumber seed oil. It is a lightweight, non-greasy plant oil extracted from cucumber seeds. Rich in linoleic acid (omega-6), oleic acid, phytosterols, tocopherols (vitamin E), and trace minerals, it provides excellent emolliency, hydration, and antioxidant protection. This pale yellow to light green oil absorbs quickly with a mild, fresh scent and is ideal for sensitive, dry, or irritated skin. It is frequently used in facial moisturizers, serums, eye creams, body lotions, after-sun care, and hair treatments for soothing, softening, and barrier-supporting benefits.
Products with CUCUMIS SATIVUS OIL
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PARYOBUTTER CU 40
by A&A Fratelli Parodi
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What is CUCUMIS SATIVUS OIL used for?
- Emollient / Skin conditioning: Softens skin and improves moisture retention without clogging pores. Frequently used in creams, lotions, serums, and eye products for lightweight hydration and a smooth feel.
- Antioxidant protection: Neutralizes free radicals and supports skin defense against environmental stress. Ideal for anti-aging serums, day creams, and protective formulations to reduce oxidative damage.
- Soothing & calming: Helps alleviate irritation, redness, and inflammation. Common in after-sun lotions, sensitive skin products, and hair care for a cooling, comforting effect.
Origin
Cucumis Sativus Oil is obtained by cold-pressing or expeller-pressing the seeds of the cucumber plant (Cucumis sativus), a member of the Cucurbitaceae family. The seeds are separated from the fruit pulp, cleaned, dried, and pressed to extract the fixed oil. This gentle, mechanical process preserves the oil's natural fatty acids, tocopherols, and delicate scent, yielding a high-quality, unrefined or lightly refined oil suitable for natural and organic cosmetic formulations.
What does CUCUMIS SATIVUS OIL do in a formulation?
EMOLLIENT|
SKIN CONDITIONING|
SOOTHING|
ANTIOXIDANT|
SKIN PROTECTINGSafety Profile
Cucumis Sativus Oil is considered safe for cosmetic use, with a very low hazard rating from EWG (1) and minimal concerns for irritation, sensitization, or toxicity. It is non-comedogenic (rated 0-1), well-tolerated across skin types (including sensitive and acne-prone). It poses low risk at typical concentrations (up to 100 % in some oils). Rare allergic reactions may occur in those sensitive to Cucurbitaceae family plants. Patch testing is recommended.
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CUCUMIS SATIVUS OIL technical profile
| Property | Values |
| Boiling Point | >300°C |
| Melting Point | <-10°C |
| pH | Neutral |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in oils and organic solvents |
| Viscosity | Low (~30-50 mPa·s at 20°C) |
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