Cold-pressed from pumpkin seeds — one of the most nutritionally dense and distinctively bioactive plant oils. Uniquely rich in delta-7-phytosterols found in no other common oil, with documented clinical activity for hair loss, BPH, and anti-inflammatory applications. Deep characteristic colour and flavour make it a premium functional food and cosmetic ingredient.
Pumpkin Seed Oil (Cucurbita pepo) is cold-pressed from pumpkin seeds — one of the most nutrient-dense seed oils available. Its distinctive deep red-green colour, rich nutty flavour, and unique phytosterol profile (particularly delta-7-sterols not found in other common oils) make it a premium functional ingredient across nutraceutical, food, and cosmetic applications.
The delta-7-sterols in pumpkin seed oil have attracted significant clinical research interest for hair loss (alopecia), benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and anti-inflammatory activity. SV Botanica supplies cold-pressed pumpkin seed oil with sterol content documented per lot — the critical quality indicator for therapeutic applications.
Delta-7-sterols are documented 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors — the same mechanism as pharmaceutical hair loss treatments. Clinically studied for male pattern hair loss.
Delta-7 phytosterols clinically documented for reducing BPH symptoms — widely formulated in men's prostate health nutraceuticals.
Anti-inflammatory and DHT-modulating properties for topical hair growth serum and scalp health cosmetic formulations.
High sterol and carotenoid content provides significant anti-inflammatory activity for skin condition and joint health formulations.
Pumpkin seed oil's therapeutic value comes from its unique phytosterol fraction alongside a well-balanced fatty acid profile:
| Linoleic Acid (C18:2) | 45–55% — skin barrier, anti-inflammatory |
| Oleic Acid (C18:1) | 25–35% — emolliency, stability |
| Delta-7-sterols | Unique — 5-alpha reductase inhibition; hair/prostate |
| Beta-sitosterol | Present — anti-inflammatory, prostate health |
| Tocopherols | ~700 mg/kg — very high Vitamin E |
| Carotenoids | Present — responsible for colour; antioxidant |
| Cucurbitin | Amino acid — unique to pumpkin seed |
Pumpkin seed oil's delta-7-sterols are unique among commercial oils — no other common carrier contains them:
| Oil | Key Bioactive | Skin Feel | Best Known For |
| Pumpkin Seed Oil ★ | Delta-7-sterols (unique) | Rich, slow | Hair growth, BPH, anti-inflammatory |
| Black Seed Oil | Thymoquinone 0.5–2% | Medium | Anti-inflammatory, immune |
| Saw Palmetto Oil | Beta-sitosterol | Rich | BPH — competitor |
| Hemp Seed Oil | GLA + balanced EFA | Light | Omega balance, skin barrier |
| Evening Primrose | GLA 8–12% | Medium | GLA — hormonal health |
Pumpkin seed oil's deep colour (red-green) will significantly affect formulation appearance — use refined or diluted grade for cosmetics. For nutraceutical use: cold-pressed unrefined maximises delta-7-sterol content. Always specify sterol content when ordering for therapeutic applications.
Pumpkin seed oil has a well-balanced linoleic/oleic profile supported by its unique sterol fraction:
Key bioactive compounds beyond the fatty acids:
| Delta-7-sterols | Unique — 5-alpha reductase inhibitors; hair & prostate |
| Beta-sitosterol | Anti-inflammatory, BPH activity |
| Tocopherols | ~700 mg/kg — very high Vitamin E |
| Carotenoids | Deep colour; antioxidant activity |
| Cucurbitin | Unique pumpkin amino acid |
We supply Pumpkin Seed Oil in cold-pressed unrefined and refined grades with sterol content documented.
| INCI Name | Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil |
| Botanical Source | Cucurbita pepo |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed |
| Appearance | Deep red-green to amber (CP) |
| Specific Gravity | 0.916–0.926 g/ml |
| Saponification Value | 188–196 mg KOH/g |
| Iodine Value | 110–128 g I₂/100g |
| Tocopherols | ~700 mg/kg |
| Moisture | NMT 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | NMT 10 ppm |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months |
Pumpkin seed oil's unique delta-7-sterol content drives its applications across men's health nutraceuticals, hair loss formulations, and functional cosmetics.
Delta-7-sterol nutraceutical for androgenic alopecia supplement formulations.
BPH support softgels and capsules — clinically documented delta-7-sterol activity.
Topical delta-7-sterol application for scalp treatment and hair growth cosmetic serums.
Combined hair/prostate health supplement capsules.
Anti-inflammatory and DHT-modulating scalp health treatments.
High sterol and carotenoid content for inflammatory skin condition formulations.
Premium culinary oil for health-positioned salads, dressings, and gourmet food.
Very high tocopherol content for antioxidant skin and supplement formulations.
| Application | Recommended Level | Grade |
| Hair loss supplement softgel | Up to 100% | Cold-pressed |
| Prostate health supplement | Up to 100% | Cold-pressed |
| Hair growth serum | 5–20% | Refined |
| Scalp treatment oil | 10–30% | Cold-pressed |
| Anti-inflammatory cosmetic | 5–15% | Refined |
| Functional food | 1–10% | Cold-pressed |
Always use cold-pressed unrefined for therapeutic nutraceutical applications — maximum delta-7-sterol retention. For cosmetic hair serums: use refined or deodorised grade to avoid deep colour and odour. Sterol content should be certified per lot for clinical positioning.
Pumpkin Seed Oil is supplied in food-grade, light-protected packaging.
10ml–100ml amber glass vials for evaluation and stability testing.
Amber HDPE or dark glass containers with tamper-evident caps.
Food/cosmetic grade HDPE drums with tamper-evident seals. Standard commercial pack.
Intermediate bulk containers for large commercial orders.
Store in cool (below 20°C), dark conditions away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep containers sealed — rosehip seed oil oxidises rapidly on exposure to air. Nitrogen blanket packing available on request to maximise shelf life. Recommended shelf life: 12–18 months from date of manufacture when stored correctly.
Minimum Order Quantity
Sample orders from 10ml. Trial orders from 1 kg. Commercial orders from 25 kg. IBC (180–200 kg) for high-volume buyers. Custom packaging and private-label bottling available on request.