Pumpkin Seed Oil

Pumpkin Seed Oil is a rich, cold-pressed oil with a deep green-amber colour, naturally high in linoleic and oleic acids plus vitamin E, carotenoids and zinc. It nourishes and conditions mature, dry and stressed skin, leaving it soft and replenished; its linoleic acid helps balance natural oil, and its antioxidants support skin renewal and defend against environmental stress. On hair and scalp it conditions and supports soft, healthy-looking hair.

• INCI: Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil
• Extraction: cold pressed
• Fatty-acid profile: linoleic + oleic acids; vitamin E, carotenoids and zinc
• Comedogenic rating: 2 (low–moderate)
• Feel: medium, comforting and cushioning (can lightly tint pale formulas)
• How to use: 5–100% in facial and body oils, or 3–15% of the oil phase in creams and lotions
• Solubility: oil-soluble · Shelf life: 24 months

Pumpkin seed oil has long been used in Central Europe as a nourishing skin and scalp oil. Research on how plant-oil fatty acids support the skin barrier is summarised in this 2018 International Journal of Molecular Sciences review.

Working with more than one oil? The Cosmetic Carrier Oil Formulator’s Handbook: 50 Oils Edition compares fatty-acid profiles, comedogenic ratings, absorption, shelf life and stability for 50 popular carrier oils in one reference.

Browse the full range of Cold-Pressed Carrier Oils & Butters, or read our guide to Cosmetic Carrier Oils.

Is this Pumpkin Seed Oil cold pressed? Yes — cold pressed to retain its deep colour and antioxidants.

Can it be used in facial serums? Yes — it suits serums for mature and dry skin and can lightly tint pale formulas.

Can it be used on hair? Yes — used in scalp and hair oils to condition the hair and scalp.