Rosa canina hip oil, also known as rose hip oil, is primarily used in skincare and cosmetic products for its hydrating abilities (Burnes, 2019). Rose Hips, the berry-like fruit of the rose plant, contain seeds that are cold-pressed to form rose hip oil (Ahmad & Anwar, 2016). Rose Hips are known for their high vitamin C contents; however, some of the vitamin C is lost during the oil extraction process. The oil contains a high amount of essential fatty acids in addition to vitamin A and carotenoids.
It is rich in antioxidants and can be quickly absorbed in the body. A 2006 study found that, when used in moisturizers, rose hip oil may help heal scars and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles (as cited in Ahmad & Anwar, 2016).
Continued research is needed to understand best the healing effects and other health benefits Rose Hip Oil may have on the skin. When applying to the skin, test first using a small quantity of the product. Rose Hip Oil may cause an allergic reaction.
Found in the following products:
The INKEY LIST Rosehip Nourishing Night Oil
L.A. Girl Lip Oil
References
Burnes, D. (2019). The beauty geek's guide to skin care: 1,000 essential definitions of common product ingredients. Rockridge Press.
Preedy, V. R., Preedy, V. R., Ahmad, N., Gilani, A., & Anwar, F. (2016). Rose Hip Oils. In Essential oils in food preservation, flavor and safety (pp. 667–675). essay, Elsevier Academic Press.
