Pumpkin seed oil is obtained by cold pressing the seeds of the pumpkin ( Cucurbita pepo ), botanically related to the cucumber and gherkin, which are grown all over the world.

Pumpkin seed oil is a stable oil with a long shelf life, making it ideal for a wide range of applications in agriculture and cosmetics.

Rich in vitamins, antioxidants, minerals and fatty acids, it is extremely useful for skin and hair care.

As a carrier oil, it combines well with essential oils and is suitable for most skin types.

Pumpkin Seed Base Oil moisturizes and rejuvenates skin through essential oil formulas, helps protect against sun damage, and promotes shiny, healthy hair.

HARVEST
from September to October

PART OF THE PLANT
The nuts

METHOD OF EXTRACTION
Cold pressing

The versatility and ease of use of pumpkin seed oil allows it to be included in a wide range of skin, hair, body, hand, sun and lip care formulas. This oil contains high amounts of zinc, selenium and vitamin E, which help renew the skin and improve its complexion. With a low comedogenic index, the oil is easily absorbed into the skin, leaving it hydrated and renewed. The vitamin C contained in the oil supports the production of collagen, which maintains the elasticity of the skin, while simultaneously tightening and building its firmness.

Suitable for most skin types, the unsaturated fatty acids (such as palmitic, oleic and linoleic acids) in the oil, containing antioxidant properties, correct skin inflammation and support the healing and growth of new skin cells. The soothing and smoothing action of the oil evens out age spots and wrinkles. The antioxidants in the vitamin A contained in the oil protect the skin from sun damage. The vitamin B2 in the oil is great for dryness and acne, and also improves skin tone and radiance.

When applied to the skin, pumpkin seed oil's nourishing properties are known to be beneficial for people with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. In addition to fatty acids, pumpkin seed oil is rich in vitamin E and carotenoids, which help your skin look visibly younger.

How is Pumpkin Seed Oil extracted?

Although it's easy to assume that "cold pressed" means using low temperatures, some heat is generated during pressing or grinding, and the process allows up to a certain temperature to still be considered cold pressed, usually between 32 and 38 °C.

The aroma of the pumpkin seed, which is used for oil extraction, is preserved through the so-called light roasting, where the seed is exposed to heat of about 150°C for about one second or less. This is believed to increase potency as well as not impair the stability and antioxidant in the seeds. After a brief exposure to high heat, they are pressed and the resulting oil is passed through a fine-mesh sieve into a large drum, where it is left to clarify for four to six weeks before being bottled.

Application and action

Physical Application: Tightens and tightens the skin, improves elasticity, wrinkles, acne, hydrates, reduces redness and inflammation of the skin, nourishes and adds shine to the hair

Physical action: Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiseptic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, revitalizing

Pumpkin seed oil is extremely beneficial for healthy and youthful skin. The high levels of vitamin C in the oil help restore laxity and firm the skin. Zinc helps balance oil production in the skin. Vitamin E protects the skin from the effects of stress and aging. Also, fatty acids penetrate the deeper layers of the skin to hydrate and moisturize it, keeping it fresh and moist.

Pumpkin seed oil can also be used in lip care, DIY hair care, home cosmetics, and as a base oil for essential oils and aromatherapy. Pumpkin seed oil is known to soothe acne and reduce the likelihood of future breakouts. Pumpkin seed oil mixes well with the other ingredients and improves the texture and consistency of the formulation.

Its deeply nourishing properties add to the quality when combined with face creams and masks, body lotions, massage oils and hair serums.

Recipes with pumpkin seed oil

Moisturizing hair oil

20 ml (1 tbsp) coconut oil
20 ml (1 tbsp) castor oil
20 ml (1 tbsp) pumpkin seed oil
12 drops rosemary camphor essential oil

Mix the oils and massage for a few minutes into the hair and scalp. If desired, you can leave it for 15 minutes, wrapping your hair with a warm towel. Wash off with a gentle natural shampoo.