Description – There are several types of rosehip seed oil available – this oil is Rosa Rubiginosa which is sourced from France. Rosehip is generally considered one of the best oils for preventing aging and rejuvenating the skin. It contains very high natural levels of tretanoim (Vitamin A), 125mcg per 100f of oil. Colour varies between batches.
Common Name |
Rosehip Seed Oil |
Botanical Name |
Rosa Rubiginosa Fruit Oil |
Botanical Family |
Rosaceae |
Extraction Method |
Cold Pressed |
Aroma |
Slightly Fatty |
Country of Origin |
France |
Appearance |
Dark Yellow to Amber, Medium Viscosity |
Skin Feel |
Dry to Very Dry, Rapidly Absorbed |
Skin Type |
Oily or Combination, Sensitive |
Properties |
Smooths, Anti-Aging, Rejuvenating |
Heat Stability |
Keep below 40c |
Saponification Value |
185-195 |
Storage |
12-18 Months |
Typical Fatty Acid Profile |
6% Saturated, 13% Monounsaturated, 78% Polyunsaturated |
Main Constituents (Typical Values) |
45% Linoleic Acid, 33% Linlolenic Acid, 16% Oleic Acid, 4% Palmitic Acid |
Natural Vitamin Content |
Vitamin A (Very High) & Vitamin E |
Common Uses
· Mature Skin – smooths the surface and improves the appearance of lines, wrinkles, age spots and hyper-pigmentation
· Rejuvenating – improve the look and feel of dull, scaly, dry or fissured skin
· Anti-Aging – vitamin A helps to delay the effects of aging, promotes cell regeneration, collagen and elastin. Particularly useful for the delicate eye area
· Reduce the appearance of scars and stretch marks, especially marks left from minor or radiation burns
· Soothing and balancing for very dry, easily irritated and problematic skin types
· Deeply Moisturising – Dramatically improves moisture levels and is readily absorbed. For a luxurious blend try combining with sea buckthorn, hemp and almond
· Nails – strengthen and moisturise brittle nails. Blend with sesame and almond
Packaging - Supplied in clear PET bottles with flip top lid for easy dispensing. Fully labelled with common name, botanical name, BBE date and batch code. SDS and Certificate of analysis available for download
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Recommended Reading: Carrier Oils for Aromatherapy & Massage (4th Edition, 2008) Len Price with Shirley Price
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