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Rosehip Oil
ORY® product lines:
☑ Skincare
☑ Haircare
☑ Handmade Soap (superfat; fragile)
☑ Cosmetics — full dual-use ingredient (see also the Rosehip Extract document)
Rosehip seed oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of wild roses — chiefly Rosa canina and the Chilean Rosa rubiginosa (rosa mosqueta) — and is one of the most celebrated regenerating facial oils. It is rich in linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids (barrier and anti-inflammatory), carries carotenoids (its amber color) and traces of trans-retinoic acid, and has a clinical record: pure rosehip seed oil improved the appearance, erythema, and discoloration of post-surgical scars in a controlled study [1], and reviews document its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and regenerative activity [2, 3]. Light and dry-feeling, it suits most skin types, including acne-prone skin, but oxidizes quickly and must be kept cold with antioxidants. The water-soluble extract (vitamin C, GOPO) is covered in the Rosehip Extract document.
What is Rosehip Oil made of?
Rosehip seed oil is cold-pressed (or CO₂-extracted) from cleaned, dried seeds. Composition [2]:
- Linoleic acid (40–50%, omega-6): Barrier repair; acne-friendly.
- Alpha-linolenic acid (25–35%, omega-3): Anti-inflammatory.
- Oleic acid (12–18%): Emollient.
- Carotenoids (β-carotene, lycopene), trans-retinoic acid (trace), vitamin E, phytosterols: Regenerative, antioxidant; amber-orange color.
- Comedogenic rating ~1; shelf life 6 months (refrigerate).
- Soap data: SAP ~0.137 g NaOH/g; use only as a superfat at trace (2–5%) to preserve fragile fatty acids.
What skin type is best suited for Rosehip Oil?
Rosehip oil suits all seven ORY® skin types, with a dry, fast-absorbing feel:
- Mature: Regenerative; carotenoids and retinoic-acid traces; scar and pigmentation improvement [1].
- Combination: Light enough for mixed skin.
- Acne-prone: Linoleic-rich; low comedogenicity; fades post-acne marks [1].
- Oily: Dry-feel oil; sparing use.
- Normal: Daily radiance oil.
- Dry: Barrier lipids; layer with richer oils.
- Sensitive: Anti-inflammatory omega-3; patch test.
What hair type is best suited for Rosehip Oil?
Rosehip nourishes scalp and hair with essential fatty acids:
- Dry or damaged: Rosehip coats and softens the fiber, reducing moisture loss and mechanical breakage.
- Curly and coily: Sealing oil over water-based leave-ins (LOC/LCO method).
- Color-treated or chemically processed: Replenishes lipids stripped by chemical services.
- Straight and wavy: Light; a few drops on ends add shine.
- Oily scalp: Lengths and ends only.
- Sensitive scalp: Neutral carrier for scalp actives; patch test.
- Dandruff-prone, mature or thinning: Carrier for rosemary, peppermint, or tea tree scalp treatments.
What are the benefits of Rosehip Oil?
Rosehip oil’s benefits are supported by clinical and review literature [1–3]:
- Scar and mark improvement: Improved post-surgical scar appearance and pigmentation [1].
- Regeneration: Carotenoids and trans-retinoic-acid traces support cell turnover.
- Barrier repair: Linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids [3].
- Anti-inflammatory: Omega-3 fatty acids [2].
- Antioxidant: Carotenoids and vitamin E.
- Brightening: Fades hyperpigmentation with continued use.
- Hair and scalp nutrition: Essential fatty acids.
- Soap superfat: Luxury conditioning.
Dual use across ORY® product lines
Rosehip oil serves all four ORY® lines, with soap use limited to superfat because of its fragility.
Pros and cons of Rosehip Oil
Pros
Cons
- Clinical scar evidence: [1].
- Regenerative and brightening: Retinoid traces, carotenoids.
- Light, acne-friendly: Linoleic-rich.
- Natural and wild-harvested: Chile and Europe.
- Four-line utility: All ORY® products.
- Short shelf life: Refrigerate; vitamin E and rosemary extract essential.
- Orange tint: Can tint light skin and formulas.
- Cost: Premium.
- Soap fragility: Superfat only.
- Adulteration: Verify by fatty-acid analysis.
What is the best application of Rosehip Oil?
Rosehip oil is a night regenerator:
- Night facial oil: 3–4 drops on damp skin PM.
- Scar or mark treatment: Twice daily on closed scars for 8–12 weeks [1].
- Eye-area oil: Small amount PM.
- Serum blend: With squalane and bakuchiol.
- Hair ends oil: 1–2 drops.
- Soap superfat: 2–5% at trace.
- Cosmetics: Lip oil; cheek tint.
Peer-reviewed references
- Valerón-Almazán P, Gómez-Duaso AJ, Santana-Molina N, García-Bello MA, Carretero G. Evolution of post-surgical scars treated with pure rosehip seed oil. Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications. 2015;5:161–167.
- Mármol I, Sánchez-de-Diego C, Jiménez-Moreno N, Ancín-Azpilicueta C, Rodríguez-Yoldi MJ. Therapeutic applications of rose hips from different Rosa species. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2017;18(6):1137.
- Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects of topical application of some plant oils. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2018;19(1):70.
Disclaimer:
The information on this page is provided by ORY International, LC for educational purposes only. It summarizes published research about rosehip seed oil as an ingredient, including laboratory and animal studies and clinical studies of formulas that may differ from ORY® products. Results from these studies may not apply to every person or to ORY® products. This page is not medical advice and does not replace advice from a dermatologist, physician, or other qualified healthcare provider.
ORY® Skincare, Haircare, Handmade Soap, and Cosmetics products are cosmetics. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate, or prevent any disease or condition, including eczema, acne, wounds, dandruff, hair loss, or any other condition. References to FDA or Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) findings describe the ingredient, not ORY® products, and do not mean FDA has reviewed or approved any ORY® product.
Results vary by skin and scalp type, formulation, and use. Allergy to this oil is uncommon, and any cosmetic can cause irritation, sometimes from other ingredients. Always patch test, follow label directions, and stop use if irritation occurs. If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are buying for a child, consult a healthcare provider before use.
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