Pumpkin Seed Oil
INCI Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
Overview
A rich, deep green oil pressed from pumpkin seeds.
What it is
Pumpkin Seed Oil is pressed from pumpkin seeds and typically carries a deep green colour along with a rich, slightly nutty character.
Where it comes from and how it’s made
Pumpkins are grown widely across temperate farming regions. The seeds are pressed to release the oil.
What it does in a formulation
Brings a rich texture and deep green colour to a finished product.
Why Lovebee uses it
That deep, earthy green colour is such a distinctive feature, and we like the richness pumpkin seed oil brings to a formula alongside it.
Good to know
- Vegan and entirely plant-derived.
- Patch test recommended, as with any new ingredient.
Common questions
- Why is Pumpkin Seed Oil green?
Its natural pigments give it a distinctive deep green colour.
- Is Pumpkin Seed Oil vegan?
Yes — it’s a plant-derived oil with no animal inputs.
- Does Pumpkin Seed Oil smell like pumpkin?
It typically carries a rich, nutty scent rather than a sweet pumpkin aroma.
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