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Bio Bitter Gourd Seed Carrier Oil (Momordica charantia)
Bio Bitter Gourd Seed Carrier Oil (Momordica charantia)
Cold-pressed Bitter Gourd seed carrier oil with a mild fruity-herbal aroma and batch-documented fatty acids.
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Bio Bitter Gourd Seed Carrier Oil (Momordica charantia)
A botanical oil obtained from seeds of Momordica charantia for cosmetic formulation and oil-based blends.
Its aromatic profile is mild fruity with a lightly bitter-herbal nuance.
At a Glance
- Botanical name: Momordica charantia
- Plant part: Seeds
- Extraction: Cold-pressed
Product Specifications
- Botanical name: Momordica charantia
- Family: Cucurbitaceae
- Common names: Bitter Gourd, Bitter Melon, Cerasee, Goya, Balsam Pear, Karela
- INCI: Momordica Charantia (Bitter Gourd) Seed Oil
- Extraction method: Cold-pressed
- Plant part: Seeds
- Appearance: Light golden-to-yellow liquid
- Aroma: Mild fruity with a lightly bitter-herbal nuance
- Country of origin: India
- Comedogenic index: 1–2
- Shelf life: 24 months in fully sealed containers; extended with rosemary CO₂
Sensory Profile
Mild and softly fruity, with a restrained bitter-herbal undertone consistent with the seed source.
The light golden-to-yellow carrier oil is intended for formulation rather than as a fragrance material.
Formulation & Usage
- C18: 3 fraction, reported as alpha-linolenic acid: 50.40%
- Stearic acid: 23.90%
- Linoleic acid: 14.50%
- Oleic acid: 7.90%
- Palmitic acid: 2.50%
- Specific gravity at 20 °C: 0.915
- Refractive index at 20 °C: 1.474
- Saponification value: 173 mg KOH/g
- Solubility: Compatible with ethyl alcohol, esters, fixed oils and cosmetic emollients; insoluble in water
Applications
Skincare & Body Care
- Facial and body oil blends
- Balms, creams and lotions through a compatible oil phase
- Botanical carrier-oil systems requiring a light-to-medium sensory profile
Safety
- Patch test before first topical use.
- Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
- Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and high temperatures.
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