Cucumis Melo Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cucumis Melo (Melon) Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Cucumis melo, Cucurbitaceae.
What does it do?
Cucumis Melo Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Cucumis Melo Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cucumis Melo Seed Oil?
Cucumis Melo Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cucumis Melo (Melon) Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Cucumis melo, Cucurbitaceae.
Is Cucumis Melo Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cucumis Melo Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cucumis Melo Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Cucumis Melo Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/06/2016