Cranberry is inherent to United States, Asia, Europe and Canada. It is widely cultivated in United States as a food source and use for cosmeceutical and nutraceutical applications. Cranberry seed oil is the oil which has been cold pressed and extracted from the seed of cranberry fruit. This oil has tangy and mild scent. Cranberry seed oil is well known to the cosmeceutical manufacturers. It is rich in essential fatty acids. It has high content of Vitamin E, Vitamin A and antioxidants. Being light in texture, it absorbs into skin quickly when topically applied. As it has different polyphenols, it enhances the cell health. It provides a lipid barrier protection to skin and also assist in retention of moisture.

Health Benefits of Cranberry seed oil

Cranberry seed oil acts as an emollient which helps to maintain skin health. It is a great source of vitamins, antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamin and carotenoids. This oil enhances skin elasticity, lowers the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and prevents the sun damage of skin. It is useful for itchy, scaly, dry and irritated skin.

1. Urinary tract health

Urinary tract infections have become a common problem nowadays which could be painful and irritating. It contains proanthocyanidins which prevents bind up of bacteria to bladder walls. It eliminates bacteria.

2. Enhance heart health

Cranberry seed oil helps to promote heart health. It possesses flavonoids that help to lower the chances of heart problems. It contains salicylic acid that prevents clotting.

3. Lower triglycerides

Cranberry seed oil has Omega-3 fatty acids that promote heart health by lowering triglycerides. Moreover, it supports heart health, assist brain function and supports normal growth as well as development.

4. Bone health

Cranberry is an excellent source of calcium which plays a vital role for maintaining the health of bones.

5. Prevent oral problems

Cranberry has antibacterial properties which help to enhance the oral health. It eliminates the mouth bacteria.

6. Strengthen immunity

Cranberry is packed with Vitamin C which acts as antioxidants to promote the immune functions. It enhances the immunity system and due to antibacterial properties it helps to counteract infections.

7. Antioxidant

Cranberries are packed with antioxidants which help to counteract the aging process. It lowers the degeneration of brain cells, organ tissue and skin cells. Cranberry seeds also prevent the free radical damage.

8. Digestion

Stomach issues are caused due to H. pylori bacteria. Cranberries contain antibacterial properties which help to maintain healthy gut and lower the development of other ailments.

9. Eliminate toxins

Cranberry possesses quininic acid which contains nutraceutical properties. It is converted into hippuric acid which assists in eliminating kidneys, bladders, testicles and prostate.

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Traditional uses

• It helps to moisturize skin, strengthen hair as well as scalp.
• It provides relief from psoriasis, eczema and also treats acne.
• It lowers chances of scars.
• It is used for body massage.
• Massage your hair with the mixture of Cranberry seed oil and Rosemary essential oil or Lavender essential oil to treat hair. Leave it damp overnight and rinse out morning.

Precautions 

• People with nut allergies, pregnant and lactating women should consult the doctor before use.
• Don’t use in excessive amounts

Cranberry seed oil facts

Cranberry seed oil is added to balms, moisturizing lip balms, lotions, creams, eye and face creams. It also provides a great relief to scaly, itchy and irritated skin. This oil assists in utilization and absorption of essential fatty acids in the skin. It is a great source of tocopherols. Cranberry seed essential oils possess balance amount of omega-9 and omega-6 fatty acids. It is also an excellent source of antioxidants. It also possess high content of Vitamin E such as tocotrienols and tocopherols.

References:

http://www.naturalsourcing.com/product-literature/NS_info_berry_oils.pdf

https://earthsbareoils.com/the-beauty-of-cranberry-seed-oil/

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