Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
Common cucumber extract. 95% water – the main function in formulas is humectant. Contains small amounts of vitamin C, caffeic acid and ascorbic acid, which provide a mild antioxidant effect. Well-tolerated, hypoallergenic.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Mild humectant and softening ingredient. Antioxidant activity is modest, the main contribution is water. Well tolerated by sensitive skin.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment.
How to read tiers A–F
- CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract is derived from the common cucumber Cucumis sativus. 95% water, the rest – small amounts of vitamin C, caffeic acid, ascorbic acid, silicon, folate. Mechanism. Main role in formulas is humectant and cooling. Caffeic and ascorbic acids give a mild antioxidant effect; silicon indirectly supports collagen synthesis. On real human skin the effect remains mostly superficial and toning. Where applied. Masks, eye patches, toners, after-sun gels, cooling serums, products for sensitive skin. In Spain – mass-market lines Garnier, L'Oréal, Mercadona Deliplus, Klorane Concombre, Caudalie Vinopure. Evidence base. Few clinical RCTs on topical use. Mukherjee 2013 review confirmed a mild humectant and anti-inflammatory effect in vitro. The folk practice of placing fresh cucumber slices on the eyelids has mostly a cooling and psychologically calming effect. Safety. Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, excellently tolerated. CIR confirmed extract safety in cosmetic use. Allergic reactions are extremely rare (mainly in patients with severe melon and zucchini allergies – same family). Pregnancy and lactation – safe. No restrictions. Best suited to: sensitive, dehydrated skin, eye area care, post-procedure soothing, after-sun products. A marketing-strong but actually mild ingredient – within a multi-component formula.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract safe during pregnancy?
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract for?
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
Common cucumber extract.
What's the INCI name for Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract?
The INCI name is Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract. It may also appear as: Cucumber Extract.
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