Pumpkin Seed

Japanese Name: 
Kabochanotane (カボチャ)

Scientific Name:
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Extract

Skin Functions:
Antioxidant, Anti-Aging, Exfoliating

HISTORY
Kabocha squash is a winter vegetable cherished by Japanese farmers for its storability. It is a hardy, rich, and sweet squash that was used to create rich, delicious dishes that fill the body with warmth and nutrients to prevent illness to people who are trapped indoors during the cold winter months. In Japan, kabocha is known as the "food of the heart" and is especially prized during the winter season because it represents the spirit of endurance and unending love that Japanese people have for their country.

SCIENCE
Pumpkin seed extract contains tocopherols and phenolics which give it its antioxidant properties. It also contains zinc which helps in regulating hormone levels and oils and its vitamin content helps to boost collagen production. Enzymens, alpha hydroxy acids, vitamin A and beta-carotene found in pumpkin makes it a great natural exfoliator, providing smoother skin.

REFERENCES
Bardaa, Sana, et al. "Oil from pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) seeds: evaluation of its functional properties on wound healing in rats." Lipids in health and disease 15.1 (2016): 1-12.

de Oliveira, Maria Liduína Maia, et al. "Topical anti-inflammatory potential of pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) seed oil on acute and chronic skin inflammation in mice."Acta Scientiae Veterinariae41.1 (2013): 1-9.

Products with Pumpkin Seed Extract

A bottle of customized Japanese skincare, IREN Shizen GLOW-GETTER Renewal Serum, on a white background.
A bottle of custom Japanese skincare, IREN Shizen GLOW-GETTER Renewal Serum, next to a slice of mango.
A small drop of custom skincare Glow-Getter Renewal Serum from IREN Shizen on a white surface.
A woman's hand is holding a bottle of IREN Shizen's customized GLOW-GETTER Renewal Serum.
A bottle of customized Japanese skincare, IREN Shizen GLOW-GETTER Renewal Serum, on a white background.
A bottle of custom Japanese skincare, IREN Shizen GLOW-GETTER Renewal Serum, next to a slice of mango.
A small drop of custom skincare Glow-Getter Renewal Serum from IREN Shizen on a white surface.
A woman's hand is holding a bottle of IREN Shizen's customized GLOW-GETTER Renewal Serum.

GLOW-GETTER Renewal Serum

$50.00 USD

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Unveil a renewed beginning with this weightless serum to cleanse pores and eliminate stubborn whiteheads and blackheads. Imbued with gentle exfoliants, this barrier renewal serum revs up the skin's natural repairing process to create an even-toned finish for radiant skin, suitable for daily use. Reinvigorate your skin's renewal mechanism with oxidant-rich Pumpkin Seed Extract and Glycolic Acid, enhanced by antioxidants, enzymes and AHA's to bolster collagen production and transform lackluster skin into its smoothened texture and glowy state.

KEY BENEFITS

  • Reduce appearance of whiteheads and blackheads
  • Exfoliate skin and pores to remove dead skin cells for fresher skin
  • Increase cell turnover rate for renewed complexion
  • Reduce appearance of sizeable pores
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