Obtained from cold-pressing the seeds of the rose fruit, in particular Rosa rubiginosa or Rosa moschata, rosehip oil is increasingly used in cosmetics for its repairing and antioxidant properties, but do you really know about its benefits for the skin?
What active ingredients are found in rose hip oil?
Rosehip oil contains a unique cocktail of antioxidants and fatty acids, giving it repairing properties and boosting cell regeneration:
- Essential fatty acids Rosehip oil is exceptionally rich in omega-3 (linoleic acid) and omega-6 (linolenic acid), two fatty acids that play a crucial role in cell regeneration processes.
- Vitamin A An active ingredient with anti-aging properties that stimulates the production of collagen, an essential protein in the fight against skin aging.
- Vitamin E A powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals, responsible for cell damage and skin aging.
- Vitamin C Another essential antioxidant that aids collagen synthesis, essential for maintaining skin elasticity and firmness.
What are the properties of rose hip oil?
A study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences has highlighted the potential of rosehip oil to promote cell regeneration. According to this study, it accelerates cell renewal, reduces the depth of wrinkles, improves skin texture and attenuates damage caused by prolonged exposure to the sun.
Scar reduction:
One of the virtues of rosehip oil is its effectiveness in scar reduction. Clinical studies have shown that regular application of this oil improves the color, texture and overall appearance of scars, including post-surgical hypertrophic scars.
Natural anti-inflammatory :
Thanks to its high fatty acid content, rosehip oil has anti-inflammatory properties. It is beneficial for skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, reducing the redness and inflammation associated with these conditions.
Antioxidant mechanisms :
The natural antioxidants present in rosehip oil combat free radicals, unstable molecules that can damage skin cells. A study published in "Antioxidants" highlighted the protective role of vitamin E, particularly against oxidative damage.
Recommendations and Precautions :
Although rosehip oil is generally well tolerated, we recommend using a cocktail of several natural oils to increase the effects of rosehip oil tenfold. For example, our Night Oil contains 13 different oils.
