INCI name

CITRULLUS LANATUS SEED OIL

Watermelon seed oil

A fixed oil from watermelon seeds used as an emollient.

What it is

Citrullus lanatus seed oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of the watermelon, Citrullus lanatus. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent; the name Citrullus vulgaris seed oil is a technical synonym.

Where it is used

Found in facial oils, creams, lotions, hair oils and lip products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not show whether the oil is refined or cold-pressed.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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