Rosehip seed oil hydrates skin, reduces scars, and combats aging signs due to its essential fatty acids and antioxidants.
Rosehip seed oil is a natural oil derived from the seeds of rosehips, rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins (A and C), and antioxidants. It is primarily used topically in skincare for its hydrating, scar-reducing, and anti-aging properties. While generally safe, some individuals may experience mild skin irritation or allergic reactions. Sunscreen use is recommended when using this product due to potential photosensitivity. Further research is needed to fully validate its efficacy for scar reduction and anti-aging.
Key Information
Outside Body Harmful Score
Common Dosage
Topical application as needed, typically a few drops applied directly to the skin.
Source Type
natural
Production Process
Rosehip seed oil is extracted from the seeds of rosehips, the fruit left after a rose has flowered and dropped its petals. The extraction is typically done through cold-pressing to preserve the oil's beneficial properties, though solvent extraction methods may also be used.
Use Type
Outside BodyPotential Benefits
Skin hydration is essential for maintaining skin elasticity, barrier function, and overall appearance. It reduces fine lines, protects against environmental stressors, and improves skin smoothness and suppleness.
Anti-aging interventions protect cells from damage, promote cellular repair, and reduce the risk of age-related diseases. Strategies include dietary interventions, supplementation, lifestyle modifications, and topical treatments to improve overall health and well-being.
Rosehip oil may reduce the appearance of scars, including surgical and acne scars, by promoting skin regeneration and reducing inflammation and discoloration. Its fatty acids and antioxidants aid in the healing process and improve skin texture.
Niacinamide reduces hyperpigmentation by inhibiting melanosome transfer, leading to a more even skin tone with reduced dark spots and age spots. It prevents melanin from fully distributing to skin cells.
Rosehip seed oil combats aging by protecting skin from free radicals with antioxidants like vitamin C and E, reducing wrinkles and age spots. Retinoic acid promotes skin cell turnover for a rejuvenated appearance.
Possible Side Effects
Skin irritation involves symptoms like redness, itching, and rashes due to contact with irritants, allergens, or environmental factors. Severity varies based on the cause, individual sensitivity, and affected area; persistent cases may lead to secondary infections.
Allergic reactions are hypersensitivity responses to allergens, ranging from mild skin irritation to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Symptoms vary widely and are caused by an immune response.
Allergic reactions are adverse immune responses to normally harmless substances, ranging from mild skin irritation to severe anaphylaxis. Symptoms can include skin issues, swelling, breathing difficulties, and anaphylaxis requires immediate epinephrine injection.
Photosensitivity is an increased sensitivity to UV radiation, leading to sunburn, rash, or blistering. Reactions can be phototoxic or photoallergic, with symptoms ranging from mild redness to severe blistering and potentially increasing skin cancer risk with prolonged exposure.
Scientific Evidence
Valerón, A. F., Bastida, J., Carretero, E., Herranz, C., & Alonso-Cortés, P. (2015). Rosehip: An updated comprehensive review of its chemical composition, pharmacological properties and clinical applications. Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, 75, 149-171. Marmol, I., et al. (2017). Therapeutic applications of rose hips from different Rosa species. International journal of molecular sciences, 18(6), 1137.
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