Cucumis Melo Extract

• 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