Pumpkin belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae. Cucurbita plants have been applied in different cultures as traditional medication. In addition, Cucurbita pepo was used in some countries for treating burns and wounds, acne, dermatitis, and ecchymosis.
Rich in proteins, phytosterols, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins (like carotenoids, tocopherols, vitamin C) and microelements (e.g., zinc, potassium, iron and sodium).
MOISTURIZING PROPERTIES
Pumpkin Extract increases the moisture content of the epidermis.
ANTIOXIDANT PROPERTIES
Pumpkin Extract has antioxidant compounds which are tocopherols and phenolic. It protects the skin from inflammation triggered by oxidative stress due to its radical scavenging activity.
ANTI-AGING PROPERTIES
Pumpkin extract contains antioxidants such as vitamins A and C, which can stimulate collagen production to help prevent signs of aging.
ANTISEPTICE PROPERTIES
Pumpkin extract has antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Antibacterial: It has antibacterial properties against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, Pseudomonas aeruginosa…
Antifungal: It has antifungal properties against Fusarium, Trichoderma, Aspergillus, Verticillium, Phytophora, Botrytis, Candida and Saccharomyces genera.