The oil obtained from Cucurbita Pepo seeds contains Omega 9, 3, vitamin A, B, E, K, flavonoids, cucurbitacin and Zinc.
Used as a base oil, its main action is nourishing, moisturizing and firming. Helps avoid skin alterations, premature aging and wrinkle formation. Due to its Zinc and vitamin content, it is a powerful anti-aging agent, acting as an antioxidant, sunscreen and free radicals. Nourishes the hair helping its growth.
It was originally known in Mesoamerica and was spread throughout the world after the Spanish conquest. The main two pumpkin producers are China and India.