Pumpkin Seed Oil

Carrier Oil · Cucurbita pepo

Pumpkin Seed Oil

The dark green nourisher

A deep-green oil pressed from roasted or raw pumpkin seeds — rich in linoleic and oleic acids plus zinc, carotenoids and vitamin E, a nourishing favourite for skin and scalp. Hover any measure to see where pumpkin seed sits on the scale.

Weight
Medium
Heavy
Medium
Light
How heavy the oil feels on skin. Lighter oils absorb fast and sit weightless; heavier oils cushion and linger.
Absorption
Moderate
Fast
Moderate
Slow
How quickly the oil sinks in. Fast feels dry-touch; slow stays on the surface for longer-lasting conditioning.
Finish
Natural
Rich
Slight Sheen
Natural
Matte
The look left on the skin — from a flat, matte finish to a rich, visible sheen.
Vitamin E
Moderate
High
Moderate
Low
Natural antioxidant (tocopherol) content. Higher levels help protect skin and keep the oil stable.
The Basics

What it is

Pumpkin seed oil is pressed from the seeds of Cucurbita pepo, giving a strikingly dark-green oil. It's rich in linoleic and oleic acids and carries notable levels of zinc, carotenoids and vitamin E.

That nutrient density makes it a nourishing, conditioning choice for dry skin and especially for scalp and hair blends, where its mineral content is prized.

Quick Facts

Botanical nameCucurbita pepo
OriginThe Americas
SourceSeeds
ExtractionCold-pressed
ColourDark green
ComedogenicLow (2)
Also calledPepita oil
Where it comes from

The Plant & The Seed

Pumpkin vine

The Pumpkin Vine

A sprawling, broad-leaved vine of the gourd family whose fruit cradles flat, oil-rich seeds.

Pumpkin seeds

The Seeds

The flat green seeds are pressed to yield a deep, nutrient-dense oil.

Composition

The Compound Profile

Pumpkin seed balances linoleic and oleic acids. The typical breakdown:

Linoleic Acid Omega-6 · polyunsaturated
50%
Oleic Acid Omega-9 · monounsaturated
30%
Palmitic Acid saturated
12%
Stearic Acid saturated
6%
Beyond Fatty Acids

Where pumpkin seed's nourishment lives:

Linoleic & Oleic Acids
A balanced base that conditions skin, scalp and hair.
Vitamin E & Carotenoids
Antioxidants that protect and give the oil its deep colour.
Zinc & Minerals
A mineral richness especially valued in scalp and hair care.
Why People Love It

Key Benefits

Nourishing

A nutrient-dense conditioner for dry skin and hair.

Antioxidant & Mineral-Rich

Vitamin E, carotenoids and zinc for a protective edge.

Scalp-Friendly

A traditional favourite for conditioning scalp and hair.

In Our Formulations

How we use it

Pumpkin seed is a nourishing, mineral-rich addition — we reach for it in scalp and hair blends and where dry skin wants conditioning depth.

Its deep colour and nutrient load make it a characterful supporting oil alongside lighter bases.

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