Cucumis sativus (Cucumber) fruit
AKA “EXT”
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Ingredient Facts
Cucumis sativus (Cucumber) fruit
AKA: EXT
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Soothing | Fragrance · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Soothing
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
89998-01-6
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
India
Plant Source
Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Function
Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Soothing | Fragrance
Benefits
Anti-Aging
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Traditional Use
Ancient Egyptians and Romans used fresh cucumber on the skin for hydration and sun damage relief. Cleopatra reportedly used cucumber as part of her daily skincare regimen.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Soothing
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry reports use up to 1.0% across all product types. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 602).
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR