Cranberry Seed Oil

Best

Plant extracts

Cranberry Seed Oil at a glance

  • Skin-soothing plant oil (fragrance-free)
  • Rich in nourishing omegas fatty acids
  • Delivers vitamin E to strengthen skin
  • Softens skin and improves moisture retention

Cranberry Seed Oil description

Cranberry seed oil has earned well-deserved attention for its skin-beneficial omega fatty acids and antioxidant compounds. Additionally, it helps soften and soothe skin, while improving hydration/moisture retention. Unlike fragrant essential oils, cranberry seed oil is fragrance-free, making it safe and non-irritating for skin. It can be used in pure, 100% concentration, which has a natural golden-to-yellow color. More details about this ingredient’s research-backed benefits for skin can be found by searching its Latin/INCI name, _Vaccinium macrocarpon_ (cranberry) seed oil, in our database.

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

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.