Pumpkin Seed Oil

Pumpkin Seed OilProduct Description: Pumpkin Seed Oil is a cold pressed carrier oil extracted from the seeds of the pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo), a plant botanically related to cucumbers, melons, and gourds. The oil is dark green to reddish brown in colour with a distinctive nutty scent and a medium consistency that absorbs into the skin without leaving a heavy residue. Pumpkin Seed Oil is recognised among formulators as a stable, long lasting carrier oil, making it a

Product Description:

Pumpkin Seed Oil is a cold pressed carrier oil extracted from the seeds of the pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo), a plant botanically related to cucumbers, melons, and gourds. The oil is dark green to reddish brown in colour with a distinctive nutty scent and a medium consistency that absorbs into the skin without leaving a heavy residue. Pumpkin Seed Oil is recognised among formulators as a stable, long lasting carrier oil, making it a dependable choice across skin and hair care applications. At Maduras Herbals, we supply Pumpkin Seed Oil as a raw material for cosmetic manufacturers, DIY formulators, and skin care product developers looking for a nourishing, stable carrier oil.

Botanical and Local Names

Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
English Name: Pumpkin Seed Oil
Hindi Name: Kaddu Beej Tel
Tamil Name: Poosanikkai Vidhai Ennai
Telugu Name: Gummadikaya Ginja Nune
Malayalam Name: Mathanga Kuru Enna
Kannada Name: Kumbalakayi Beeja Enne

Key Properties

• Cold pressed from pumpkin seeds with no heat and no chemical solvents involved
• Medium consistency with a distinctive nutty scent and dark green to reddish brown colour
• Naturally rich in essential fatty acids, zinc, and Vitamin E
• Unrefined and supplied in its natural state without bleaching or deodorisation
• Notable for its natural stability and longer shelf life compared to many other carrier oils
• Low comedogenic profile, suited for most skin types including sensitive skin
• Compatible with other carrier oils, butters, and oil-phase ingredients

Applications

Skin Care Formulations: Facial oils, serums, anti-ageing creams, body lotions, lip care formulations

Hair Care Formulations: Hair oils, scalp serums, leave-in conditioning treatments, hair masks

Cosmetic Formulation: Carrier base for essential oil and aromatherapy blends, lotion and cream oil-phase ingredient

General Use: Bulk supply for cosmetic manufacturers, DIY skin and hair care kits, salon and spa product formulations

Packing and Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in active use. Recommended storage temperature below 25°C. Pumpkin Seed Oil is naturally stable with good resistance to oxidation. Best before 18 months from packaging date. Natural variation in colour and scent between batches is characteristic of a cold pressed, unrefined oil.

Caution

Patch test is recommended before use on skin. In case of any allergic reaction, discontinue use and consult a dermatologist or physician.