Rosehip oil is a natural oil that is extracted from the seeds of the rosehip fruit, which is a type of wild rose that grows in Chile and other parts of the world. It is widely used as a carrier oil, as well as a cosmetic oil for skin and hair. Here are some of the benefits, uses, and contents of rosehip oil for skin:

• Rosehip oil contains vitamin A, which is also known as retinol. Vitamin A can benefit your skin by reducing and reversing sun damage, reducing wrinkles, reducing hyperpigmentation, and treating mild to moderate acne¹².
• Rosehip oil also contains essential fatty acids, such as linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid. These fatty acids can help moisturize the skin, reduce inflammation, and protect the skin from oxidative stress¹³.
• Rosehip oil can treat a number of skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and rosacea. It can help soothe irritation, heal wounds, and improve skin barrier function¹²⁴.
• Rosehip oil can also improve the appearance and quality of the skin. It can brighten complexion, reduce scars, and enhance skin elasticity¹².

Some of the uses of rosehip oil for skin are:

• As a facial oil: Rosehip oil can be applied to the face after cleansing and toning to hydrate and nourish the skin. It can also help balance sebum production and prevent clogged pores¹⁴.
• As a body oil: Rosehip oil can be massaged into the body after showering or bathing to moisturize and soften the skin. It can also help treat fungal infections, such as candida or ringworm³.
• As a hair oil: Rosehip oil can be applied to the scalp and hair before or after washing to nourish follicles, prevent hair loss, and add shine³.
• As a healing oil: Rosehip oil can be applied to minor cuts, burns, insect bites, or rashes to soothe pain and promote healing. It can also help treat chronic skin conditions, such as eczema or psoriasis¹⁴.

Further Reading:

1. Rosehip Oil Benefits for Skin Care 10 Benefits (eleganceandbeautyreviews.com)
2. Rose Hip Oil: Uses and Benefits – Cleveland Clinic
3. Rosehip Oil for Face: Anti-Aging, Acne, Dark Circles, and More (healthline.com)
4. Rosehip Oil: Benefits, Use, and More (healthline.com)

This page, as all of our website, is always under construction. As we continue to learn, we will continue to share!

Our mission is to bring information to all our ingredients in 2023 and beyond.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to get all of our updates! Be sure to check back in to Scrub a lil Deepa's ingredient encyclopedia as we work to grow out a reliable home for all the skincare ingredients we use and more!