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Rosehip Oil

At a Glance

Rosehip Oil

TYPE OF INGREDIENT

Botanical Oil

MAIN BENEFITS + PROPERTIES

helps with anti-aging, elasticity, and collagen production, supports the outer skin barrier, fights free radicals, non-comodegenic (not likely to cause pore blockages), rich in essential fatty acids

IS IT FOR YOU?

Everyone can benefit from using an antioxidant to protect themselves from free-radical damage, In general, anyone interested in an anti-aging skin practice

WHAT EXPERTS SAY

Associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale School of Medicine, Mona Gohara, M.D. says "Rosehip oil is... rich in three key vitamins — A, C, and E — which help with acne prevention and reduction by increasing skin cell turnover,"

What is
Rosehip Oil?

Rosehip oil is cold-pressed from the seeds found inside the bright red-orange fruit of the Rosa. species.

Benefits of
Rosehip Oil
For Skin?

Rosehip Oil has a long list of benefits for your skin. Incredibly rich source of natural trans-retinoid acid, vitamin A, C, E, omega fatty acids (linleic acid, linolenic acid, and oleic acid), antioxidants such as tocopherol and lycopene. Rosehip oil facilitates cellular turnover and increases collagen production to reduce skin pigmentation, restore elasticity, and protect against environmental stressors that lead to fine lines and wrinkles. [Read more: The Derm Review]

Rich in antioxidants that protect against environmental damage

The high concentrations of antioxidants in rosehip oil (such as tocopherols, lycopene, and carotenoids) protect your skin from oxidative stress. It's extremely effective at fighting the free radical damage from sun exposure that causes premature aging.[Read a study about how Lycopene protects skin from sun.]

Builds and maintains the skin's natural protective barrier

Your skin naturally produces oil that creates a barrier against allergens, bacteria, and environmental damage, as well as preventing moisture loss. The fatty acid compounds, antioxidants, and other phytonutrients in rosehip oil support the health of your skin barrier.

Soothes inflammation, redness, and irritation, and calms acne

Rosehip oil is full of anti-inflammatory fatty acids (such as linoleic acid, alpha-linoleic acid, and oleic acid) that soothe inflammation and redness caused by atopic dermatitis (eczema), rosacea, psoriasis, and other inflammatory skin conditions. Additionally, high concentrations of beta-carotene in rosehip oil promote the renewal of skin cells, keeping skin renewed and healthy. Rosehip oil is fantastically lightweight and non-comedogenic (meaning it won't clog pores). This, combined with high concentrations of retinoids and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, make it effective for acne-prone skin. Those with problem skin often notice calmer skin, fewer breakouts, and more balanced complexion.

What to Watch Out For

Generally safe and well tolerated by all skin types, however, as with anything applied topically, the chance of allergic reaction is always possible. A patch test on your arm is recommended before using it on your face.