Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil at a Glance
- Soothing, fragrance-free plant oil
- Rich in skin-nourishing omegas
- Contains vitamin E antioxidants
- Softens skin and improves hydration
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil Description
(cranberry) seed oil has earned well-deserved attention in skin care research, thanks to its mixture of omega fatty acids and antioxidant compounds. Additionally, this plant oil’s emollient properties and phospholipids help soften skin and improve moisture retention. Altogether, it works toward healthier skin on and below the surface.
(cranberry) seed oil stands out for its rich linolenic acid (omega-3) content, renowned for skin-soothing and restorative properties. Complemented by omega-6, which helps to improve moisture retention, and omega-9, which helps support skin’s elasticity.
(cranberry) seed oil also contains tocopherol and tocotrienol, vitamin E compounds that help bolster skin’s defense against environmental damage and premature aging. These antioxidants work synergistically with the omegas to promote calmer skin.
(cranberry) seed oil is fragrance-free making it suitable for sensitive skin. Despite this fruit’s red appearance, the oil derived from the seeds is yellowish-green to golden in color.
(cranberry) seed oil exhibits superior stability and a longer shelf life. That said, opaque, airtight containers are still recommended to best preserve the antioxidant compounds.
This oil can be safely used in pure (100% concentration) form.
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil References
Making Cosmetics (supplier info), Accessed September 2024, ePublication
Processes, February 2022, pages 1-13
Fruit Oils: Chemistry and Functionality, May 2019, pages 663-674
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, November 2005, pages 8,485-8,491