Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cold Pressed Cranberry) Seed Oil
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cold Pressed Cranberry) Seed Oil
VAC
9/10
Concern level
High concern
A cold-pressed fixed plant oil expressed from cranberry seeds. It functions primarily as an emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient, with a fatty-acid profile that is typically rich in linoleic, alpha-linolenic, and oleic acids, plus tocopherols and other minor antioxidants. In topical products it is used to improve skin feel, reduce dryness, and support barrier comfort.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.10% - 100.00%CAS Number: 91770-88-6
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin8/10
oily skin6/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone7/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No major direct incompatibilities are established. As with other unsaturated oils, protect from oxidation and avoid combining with poorly stabilized oxidizing systems.
Risks & Warnings
Generally well tolerated, but any botanical oil can cause individual sensitivity or contact allergy. Because it is an oil, it may feel too rich for some acne-prone users if used in very high-oil formulas. As with all lipid ingredients, oxidation/rancidity can reduce quality over time if not properly stabilized.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
