The vibrant yellow oil pressed from the seeds of the rosa canina plant is an astringent (tightening) oil rich in the antioxidants lycopene, retinol (vitamin a), and vitamin c, making it a great choice for acne-prone and maturing skin. The texture of rosehip oil is smooth and fine, and it absorbs deeply into the skin without leaving a greasy look or feel. It adds a beautiful smooth texture to balms, butters, and cleansers, as well as hair oil blends. Rosehip is an emollient, meaning it softens the skin on application.
First recordings of the use of rosa canina by humans date back to early civilisations in Eurasia. It's also known by the name Dog Rose, it may of got this name from the European Middle Ages, where it was used to treat dog bites.
Rosehip is the master of skincare oils - its suitable and safe on all skin types, of all ages. It's especially beneficial for maturing skin as the vitamin c potency increases collagen production - which naturally declines at the age of 25. Rosehip is also beneficial to oily and acne-prone skin due to the deep absorption and non-comedogenic properties, helping balance natural oil levels. It's rich vitamin content helps dry, itchy, and irritated skin by rebuilding the moisture barrier (aforementioned emollient properties) and reduces redness in the skin for a beautiful, even skin tone. It is safe for pregnant women and delicate baby skin, and the collagen boosting properties make it beneficial for stretch marks post partum. The antioxidant content prevents sun damage and sun spots, reducing oxidative stress by scavenging free radicals from either UV rays or environmental pollutants. Oxidative stress from free radical activity is what causes the appearance of sagging skin.
We will only ever source organically grown, cold-pressed, hexane-free rosehip oil for our products. Organic farming is vital for a healthy ecosystem; for soil health and an abundance of microbial life, health of pollinators, and health of the farmers who harvest the rosa canina fruit. Conventional agriculture relies on the convenience of synthetic chemicals to rapidly grow produce, remove pests, and grow out of season. This convenience is detrimental to our ecosystems and wreaks havoc on the quality and lifespan of our soils microbes.
Rosehip oil is considered one of the pricier skincare oil options, but its extensive range of beneficial properties and rich antioxidant content justify the investment. It is safe for all family members and is widely available in numerous skin and hair care products.