Cucumber Seed Oil is a botanical fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Cucumis sativus L., a plant belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations primarily for its emollient and skin-conditioning properties.
The oil contains naturally occurring fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid and oleic acid, alongside palmitic acid and stearic acid. Its composition depends on cucumber variety, seed source, extraction method and refining process.
Cucumber Seed Oil is generally supplied as a liquid oil and can be considered for facial oils, moisturizers, creams, lotions, body-care products, balms and selected haircare formulations. Its sensory characteristics and lipid composition make it suitable for evaluating in botanical cosmetic formulations.
Cucumber Seed Oil is a fixed vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of Cucumis sativus L. The seeds contain oil-rich lipids that can be recovered through mechanical pressing, cold pressing or other suitable extraction methods.
Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus L.
INCI Name: Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil
Common Names: Cucumber Seed Oil, Cucumber Kernel Oil
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Plant Part: Seeds
Product Type: Fixed botanical oil
Physical State: Liquid
Primary Cosmetic Function: Skin conditioning / emollient
Cucumber Seed Oil should not be confused with cucumber fruit extract, cucumber juice, cucumber fruit water or cucumber seed extract. These ingredients have different compositions and formulation characteristics.
Cucumber Seed Oil is a mixture of triglycerides and naturally occurring minor lipid components rather than a single pure chemical compound.
The commonly referenced cosmetic identity is Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil. Commonly referenced CAS numbers include 70955-25-8 and 89998-01-6, with EC number 289-738-4 associated with some ingredient records. Verify the appropriate identifiers against the technical documentation for the exact commercial grade. <Cite refs={["turn782951search0","turn782951search21"]}/>
Because it is a natural oil mixture, a single molecular formula or molecular weight does not accurately represent the complete material.
Cucumber Seed Oil functions as an emollient, contributing to a smooth and conditioned feel in cosmetic formulations. It can be incorporated into facial oils, moisturizers, creams, lotions and balms.
Its primary cosmetic function is skin conditioning. The oil contributes lipids to formulations designed to leave the skin feeling soft and conditioned.
Cucumber Seed Oil may be evaluated in hair oils, masks, conditioners and other haircare formulations where a botanical fixed oil is required.
As a fixed vegetable oil, it can form part of the oil phase in emulsions or be used in anhydrous formulations such as facial oils, body oils and balms.
Cucumber Seed Oil is suitable for cosmetic concepts incorporating plant-derived oils and botanical ingredients. Its appearance, odour and fatty-acid profile can influence the sensory characteristics of the finished product.
Cucumber Seed Oil contains a mixture of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. Linoleic acid is commonly a major component, while oleic, palmitic and stearic acids are also present.
Commonly reported fatty acids include:
One commercial personal-care specification reports approximately 50–60% linoleic acid, 10–15% oleic acid and 9–12% palmitic acid for its representative material. These figures are grade-specific reference data, not universal limits for all Cucumber Seed Oil. <Cite refs={["turn782951search22"]}/>
For formulation development and purchasing, use the current batch-specific fatty-acid profile provided by the supplier.
Depending on the seed source and processing method, Cucumber Seed Oil may contain naturally occurring minor components such as:
The concentration of these components can vary between crude, cold-pressed, refined and deodorized grades. Their presence should not be interpreted as a guaranteed concentration unless supported by analytical data for the specific material.
Cucumber Seed Oil can be considered for a variety of cosmetic and personal-care products, subject to grade suitability and formulation testing.
The suitable inclusion level should be determined through formulation development, compatibility testing and stability evaluation.
Cucumber Seed Oil contains unsaturated fatty acids and may be susceptible to oxidation. Exposure to excessive heat, oxygen and light can affect its odour, colour and quality.
An appropriate antioxidant system may be evaluated according to the oil grade, formulation, packaging and intended shelf life.
Avoid unnecessary prolonged heating. When incorporating the oil into emulsions, follow processing conditions suitable for the selected oil grade and the complete formulation.
Colour and odour may vary according to seed origin, extraction method and refining. Confirm that the selected grade meets the sensory requirements of the finished product.
Evaluate compatibility with emulsifiers, other vegetable oils, esters, waxes, antioxidants, fragrances and other formulation ingredients.
Review the current COA/TDS for relative density, refractive index, acid value, peroxide value, saponification value, iodine value and fatty-acid profile where required.
Store in a tightly closed container under the supplier's recommended conditions. Protect the oil from excessive heat, light and air exposure.
Keep cosmetic claims appropriate to the evidence available for the ingredient and finished formulation. Avoid unsupported therapeutic, medical or disease-related claims.
Cucumber Seed Oil and Cucumber Fruit Extract are different cosmetic ingredients.
Cucumber Seed Oil is a fixed lipid oil obtained from seeds and is characterized primarily by its triglycerides and fatty-acid profile. Cucumber Fruit Extract is derived from fruit material and has a different composition depending on the extraction process.
Their ingredient identities, solubility and formulation behaviour should be assessed separately.
Swapnroop provides cosmetic ingredient information for manufacturers, formulators and personal-care businesses evaluating botanical oils.
Cucumber Seed Oil can be considered for skincare, haircare, body-care and botanical cosmetic formulations requiring a plant-derived fixed oil.
For commercial procurement, confirm the INCI name, CAS number, botanical source, extraction method, processing grade, fatty-acid profile, packaging and current batch COA/TDS. These details help determine whether the selected material is suitable for the intended formulation.
Cucumber Seed Oil is a fixed botanical oil obtained from the seeds of Cucumis sativus. It is used primarily as an emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient in cosmetic formulations.
The commonly used INCI name is Cucumis Sativus Seed Oil.
Commonly referenced CAS numbers include 70955-25-8 and 89998-01-6. Confirm the appropriate identifier against the supplier's technical documentation.
A commonly referenced EC number is 289-738-4. Verify it against the documentation for the commercial grade.
It is used in facial oils, creams, lotions, serums, body-care products, balms and selected haircare formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning oil.
Yes. It is generally supplied as a liquid oil at normal ambient temperatures, although appearance and viscosity can vary by grade and storage conditions.
No. Cucumber Seed Oil is a fixed vegetable oil and is insoluble in water.
Commonly reported fatty acids include linoleic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid and stearic acid. Alpha-linolenic acid may also be present in smaller quantities. Exact proportions vary by source and processing.
Linoleic acid is commonly reported as a major fatty acid. The actual percentage depends on the seed source, extraction method and commercial grade.
Yes. It can be evaluated in hair oils, masks, conditioners, serums and other products that use botanical fixed oils.
No. It is a mixture of triglycerides and naturally occurring minor lipid components, so one molecular formula does not represent the complete oil.
No. Cucumber Seed Oil is a fixed lipid oil obtained from seeds, while Cucumber Fruit Extract is derived from fruit material and has a different composition.
Confirm the INCI name, CAS number, botanical source, extraction method, fatty-acid profile, acid value, peroxide value, packaging and current batch COA/TDS.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light-yellow liquid or oily liquid |