Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Oil
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Oil
CUC
8/10
Concern level
High concern
Fixed oil obtained from cucumber seeds, used mainly as a lightweight emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, especially linoleic acid, and helps improve slip, softness, and moisture retention in skincare formulations. It is not a water-based ingredient and therefore has no meaningful pH range.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
1.00% - 100.00%CAS Number: 70955-25-8
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin8/10
oily skin6/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone6/10
mature skin7/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No major ingredient incompatibilities are known; avoid pairing with highly oxidizing systems or unstable essential oil loads that may increase oxidation risk., Generally compatible with humectants, ceramides, squalane, and most emulsifier systems.
Risks & Warnings
Generally well tolerated, but any plant oil can trigger irritation or allergy in a small subset of users. As an oil, it may be too rich for some acne-prone users if applied heavily. Like other unsaturated oils, it can oxidize and should be protected from air and light.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
