Pumpkin Seed Oil from the Styrian Mountains, Austria - Skin Toning, Lifting & Firming with anti-acne properties buy online
The styrian mounts of Austria are home to some of the best growing conditions for Pumpkins.
The sandy, well-aerated soil and the humid and warm climate make for high quality pumpkins, rich in Omega acid and skin regenerating properties.
Every bottle of our 100% Pure Pumpkin Oil contains about 35,000 seeds, all cold pressed for purity and quality.
Our Pure Pumpkin Oil is rich in Vitamin E, Zinc, Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids as well as being packed with antioxidants.
Pumpkin Oil has a miraculous ability to retain water in the skin, naturally.
Combined with the natural antioxidant free radical fighting, Pumpkin seed oil helps slow and hide the signs of ageing, leading to a youthful appearance.
Pumpkin oil is a very soft oil which is easily absorbed by the skin. The neutral to green colour is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids making it ideal for skincare.
Pumpkin Oil and Acne
One study (link) found that there was a significant difference in both the amount and severity of pimples and blackheads of those that used Pumpkin Oil on their skin for 3 months.
Collagen Production
Pumpkin oil is rich in Vitamin C and Zinc which encourages the production of Collagen in the skin. The properties are further enhanced by the high Vitamin A and Beta-carotene content.
Free Radical Anti-Ageing and Youthfulness
Rich in Vitamin E, and combined with the natural Vitamin C content, Pumpkin oil is an excellent scavenging, free radical reducing protector.
In addition the rich amino acids, Zinc and Selenium help balance oil in the skin, providing moisture where it is lacking and controlling oil where is in abundance.
Weak Hair and undernourished hair.
Pumpkin Oil is rich in phytosterols which have historically been linked to promoting healthy hair growth. It is thought they phytosterols help block enzymes such as 5-alpha in the scalp that play a part in hair loss.
Split Ends
The Omega 3 / 6 antioxidant content of Pumpkin gives protection to the hair follicle, helping prevent split ends and being an excellent additive to formulations for haircare products intended for dry and damaged hair.
Latin Name
Cucurbita pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
Extraction Method
Cold Pressed from the Seeds of the Pumpkin
Country of Origin
Austria
Average Shelf Life
12 - 14 months
Oil Specification
Color - Golden
Color - Golden
Odor - Nutty
Free Fatty Acids - 0.015%
Peroxide Value - <0.5
Non-Saponifiables -
Saponification Value -198
Iodine Value - 101
Specific Gravity - 1.2-1.5
pH- 4.11
| C-Chain | Acid Name | Range % |
|
C16:1 |
Palmitoleic |
7 - 14 |
|
C18:0 |
Stearic |
3 - 8 |
|
C18:1 |
Oleic |
15 - 41 |
|
C18:2 |
Linoleic |
40 - 65 |
|
C18:3 |
Apha Linolenic |
< 1.0 |
Natural Contents
Pumpkin seed oil is rich in Vitamin E, Zinc, Omega 3, Omega 6 as well as antioxidants. This, therefore makes Pumpkin Seed Oil have excellent moisture retaining properties that fight free radicals to maintain a Youthful appearance.
The high levels of Zinc, help improve skin tone and keep your skin free of blemishes and acne.
Precautions
None recorded and as with all carrier oils (except St John's Wort), safe to use during pregnancy. As with all nut based carrier oils, always use with caution on people with nut allergies.
Our Pumpkin Oil is cold pressed for purity and maximum skin benefit.
This process mechanically presses the oil and the temperature is kept below 120 degrees to protect the quality of oil.
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