# Cucumber Seed Oil for Skin

- Link: https://aunaturalorganics.com/shop/cucumber-seed-oil-3-4-oz-100-ml/
- Published: 2017-12-15T04:34:00+00:00
- Author: Au Natural Organics Team

Cucumber seed oil is pressed from the seeds of the cucumber, _Cucumis sativus_, 
the same plant grown in gardens worldwide. The seeds are dried after the fruit is
harvested and pressed to give a pale yellow, almost scentless oil with a thin, light
feel.

## Details

  |  Botanical name |  _Cucumis sativus_ |  
 |  Part used |  Seed |  
 |  Extraction |  Pressed from the seed |  
 |  Colour and scent |  Pale yellow, very mild scent |  
 |  Texture |  Light, absorbs quickly |

## What is in it

Cucumber seed oil is mostly linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, typically around
60 to 65 percent of the oil, with oleic and palmitic acids making up most of the
rest. Oils high in linoleic acid tend to feel light and dry on the skin, which is
why cucumber seed oil is often chosen for face oils and for blending with heavier
butters.

## How to use

 1. **Face:** warm two or three drops between the fingertips and press onto clean skin,
    morning or night.
 2. **Blends:** mix with richer oils such as tamanu or baobab to lighten their feel.
 3. **Hair:** smooth a drop through dry ends.

Patch test before first use and stop using it if irritation develops. Store sealed,
away from heat and light, and use within twelve months of opening; linoleic-rich
oils oxidise faster than most.

## FAQs

### Does cucumber seed oil smell of cucumber?

Barely. It has a faint, fresh green note that disappears once it is on the skin.

### Is it greasy?

No. It is one of the lighter oils we sell and sinks in within a minute or two.

Compare it with other light oils in our [carrier oils](https://aunaturalorganics.com/product-category/carrier-oils/)
range, or read about more plants in the [Ingredient Library](https://aunaturalorganics.com/ingredients/).