emollient

Cranberry Seed Oil

INCI: Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil

What is it?

Cranberry seed oil is cold-pressed from cranberry seeds. It has a rare 1:1 ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids, split between alpha-linolenic and linoleic acid at roughly 35% each, plus one of the highest tocotrienol contents of any edible oil. It's typically used in formulations for antioxidant protection and b...

How is it used?

Use in the oil phase of a formula, ideally paired with an antioxidant like vitamin E for extra shelf stability.

Forms

Available forms and grades affect how this ingredient behaves and how it should be selected for a formula.

Appearance

Color, texture, and physical characteristics can vary between suppliers and product grades.

Usage rate

Recommended incorporation levels depend on product type, supplier guidance, and the intended result.

Why we use it

Formulators choose this ingredient for specific performance, sensory, and stability benefits.

Strengths and limitations

Its advantages, compatibility considerations, and practical tradeoffs should be weighed during development.

Alternatives and substitutions

Possible replacements depend on the ingredient's role, desired skin feel, and formulation system.

Storage and shelf life

Appropriate storage conditions help protect quality and performance throughout the ingredient's usable life.

Cranberry Seed Oil

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