- Derived from: cantaloupe
- Pronunciation: \ˈkyük(y)əmə̇s \ˈme(ˌ)lō\
- Type: Naturally-derived
- Other names: Muskmelon Extract
What Is Cucumis Melo Extract?
Cucumis melo extract comes from the cantaloupe or muskmelon, which is a member of the gourd family and is native to Africa but grown around the world. Cantaloupes grown in the United States are typically harvested between May and November; some are imported from Latin America.[1]
What Does Cucumis Melo Extract Do in Our products?
Cucumis melo extract is a skin-conditioning agent.[2] We use the ingredient in our bubble bath. Cucumis melo extract can also be found in sunscreen, shampoo, moisturizer, soap, makeup and many other products.[3]
Why Puracy Uses Cucumis Melo Extract
Studies find that muskmelon extract may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as other potential medical uses.[5,6] Whole Foods has deemed the ingredient acceptable in its body care and cleaning product quality standards.[7,8]
How Cucumis Melo Extract Is Made
Melon extracts generally are made by pressing the fruit and the separating the juice. The extraction process eliminates larger solid particles.[4]
Sources
[1] University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources
[2] Environmental Working Group
[3] Environmental Working Group
[4] Google Patents
[5] Vouldoukis I., Lacan D., Kamate C., Coste P., Calenda A., Mazier D., Conti M., Dugas B., “Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of a Cucumis melo LC. extract rich in superoxide dismutase activity” Journal of Ethnopharmacology 2004, Volume 94, Pages 67-75.
[6] Glisodinskin
[7] Whole Foods Market
[8] Whole Foods Market
