If you’re like most, about once a year or so you find some kind of beauty product that is a total game changer. We’re talking about the kind of results that makes people at work ask what you’ve been using on your skin and has you actually looking forward to video calls because your skin is glowing.
What is it, you ask? None other than rosehip oil.
Rosehip oil for skin—or rosehip seed oil as it is sometimes called—has been used from the time of the ancient Egyptians as part of a regular, natural skin care routine. Rosehip oil is full of just about every nourishing, anti-aging skin care element you can imagine.
In this post we’ll discuss 10 rosehip oil skin benefits, how to use it in your skincare routine, what types of skin should use rosehip oil, and answer all your frequently asked questions!
IN A NUTSHELL
Ingredient Category: Oil, Occlusive
Main Benefits: Rosehip oil is full of fatty acids that help to hydrate skin and form a protective barrier sealing in moisture.
Find It In: Prince Charcoal Detox Mask and ‘A’ Game Retinol Serum.
What is Rosehip Oil?
Unlike rose water, which comes from the pressed petals of a rose, rosehip oil comes from the actual fruit, or rosehip, of a rose plant. That’s the little bulb at the base of the flowers that looks like a little cherry tomato. Since it doesn’t come from the actual flower, it has more of a woodsy, earthy aroma, while rose water is floral.
Found mostly in the mountains of Chile, Argentina, and Southern Africa, rosehips, officially known as rosa canina, are harvested primarily in the late summer and early autumn and then pressed for their oils. Insanely rich in vitamins A, C, and E, natural trans-retinoic acid, natural omega fatty acids (linolenic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid), antioxidants such as lycopene and tocopherol, it’s like the Swiss Army knife of skincare!
Rosehip Oil Skin Benefits
Although there are literally too many rosehip oil skin benefits to list in one article, here are ten of our favorites:
1. Rosehip oil is a fantastic moisturizer.
Rosehips are rich in fatty acids, the acids that help your skin form a water-resistant barrier. Instead of just resting on the skin, rosehip oil penetrates it, essentially locking in moisture and resulting in baby-smooth skin.
2. Rosehip oil helps fade the look of scars.
Speaking of fatty acids, guess what else they do? Rosehip oil can help minimize the appearance of scars, such as those from acne, chicken pox, pregnancy stretch marks, weight loss, etc.
3. Rosehip oil has anti-aging properties.
It is also packed full of powerful antioxidants like beta-carotene. These are ingredients that play a key role in rejuvenating your skin. In other words: they help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
4. Rosehip oil evens out skin tone.
Rosehip oil for skin is loaded with vitamin C, which helps even out skin tone by brightening it.
5. Rosehip oil helps minimize the look of dark spots.
The vitamin C in rosehip oil can also help to diminish the look of dark spots!
6. Rosehip oil does double duty as a make-up remover.
It’s a great pre-cleanse and makeup remover, and it can even remove eye makeup and waterproof makeup!
7. Rosehip oil moisturizes your scalp.
Not only is rosehip oil a great moisturizer for your face, it’s phenomenal for your scalp, especially if yours happens to be dry and itchy. The next time you wash your hair, just massage a little rosehip oil into your scalp as you would any other oil treatment. Keep it on for half an hour or let it absorb overnight as a scalp treatment.
8. Rosehip oil will make your skin glow.
Again, it’s our old friend, vitamin C which is famous for its ability to enhance skin luminosity that will help bring your natural glow and get rid of dullness.
9. Rosehip oil helps minimize temporary redness.
The fatty acids in rosehip oil on skin help calm skin, which means it can help minimize the appearance of temporary redness, which is no easy feat.
How To Use Rosehip Oil in Skincare
Remember, rosehip oil is a great make-up remover, so if you’re wearing make-up, just take a little rosehip oil on a cotton pad or tissue and use it to wipe away the day’s make-up--not to mention a lot of grime. It will even take off waterproof mascara without irritating your eyes, so be sure to use it to restore your lashes back to their natural beauty. You can also use it as a facial moisturizer, a scalp treatment, or apply it to your cuticles.
Here are some ways to incorporate rosehip oil in your skincare routine:
- Start with clean skin by using a natural face wash.
- Apply toner
- Take 2-3 drops of rosehip oil and gently massage the rosehip oil into your skin, making sure to cover your cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin.
- You can (and should) also treat your neck and décolleté. Use the remaining oil on your hands and cuticles for a hand treatment.
- And of course, make sure to top off your nightly skin care routine with a great eye cream!
You can also find rosehip oil as an ingredient in ready-made skincare products. We’ve added it to our ‘A’ Game Retinol Serum for its nourishing anti-aging benefits.
You can also mask with Prince Charcoal Detox Mask; rosehip oil is combined with coconut charcoal and clay to draw out impurities and leave you with silky smooth skin.
What Type of Skin Is Rosehip Oil Good For?
Rosehip oil skin benefits are so diverse that it will work for just about every skin type.
Dry skin – The fatty acids in rosehip oil not only add moisture to your skin, they help lock in that moisture, so your skin retains it longer.
Oily skin – Rosehip oil is a good choice for oily skin, as it helps to balance excessive oils in the skin. It’s even been referred to as a “dry” oil because it absorbs into the skin quickly without feeling too heavy.
Combination skin – Again, because rosehip oil is great for balancing oily skin and moisturizing dry skin, it is ideal for those who experience both.
Acne-prone skin – Rosehip oil in skincare is non-comedogenic, which means it won’t clog pores. It also has soothing properties that benefit those with acne-prone skin.
Other Frequently Asked Questions About Rosehip Oil in Skin Care
What does rosehip oil do for skin? Is rosehip good for your skin?
Full of antioxidants, vitamins like A, C, and E, and acids known for their healing properties (like carotenoids, flavonoids, and trans-retinoic acid), rosehip oil in skincare is thought to do everything from rejuvenate skin to lock in moisture. It can also help ease temporary redness and is well-known for helping to minimize the look of fine lines and other signs of aging.
Is rosehip oil safe for skin?
Absolutely. Rosehip oil skin benefits are endless! Not only is it safe for your skin, this antioxidant rich skincare ingredient can help protect your skin from environmental stressors.
Is rosehip oil non-comedogenic?
Yes! Not only is rosehip oil for skin is non-comedogenic, which means it will not clog your pores.
Can I use rosehip on my face?
Rosehip oil was practically made to go on your face! Seriously, there truly isn’t a skin type or age group that can’t use rosehip oil on skin so by all means—go for it!
We think if you do start incorporating rosehip oil in skincare, you will quickly reap the benefits.
