Wild Rosehip Oil

Rosehip oil contains vitamin A, which may benefit your skin by:

• reducing and reversing sun damage
• reducing wrinkles
• reducing hyperpigmentation
• treating mild to moderate acne

There is anecdotal evidence that rosehip oil reduces the appearance of scars and stretch marks.

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Rosehip oil contains vitamin C and vitamin A. It also contains essential fatty acids such as:

• oleic acid
• palmitic acid
• linoleic acid
• gamma linolenic acid

Rosehip oil is also a good source of vitamin F, a fatty acid made of linoleic acid and alpha-linoleic acid.

Rosehips are thought to have more vitamin C than an orange or lemon. Vitamin C has antioxidant properties. Research shows vitamin C may help reduce ultraviolet light damage caused by free radicals. Vitamin C also supports collagen production, which helps reduce wrinkling. Finally, vitamin C may increase wound healing and help prevent dry skin.

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Rosehip oil is most often used topically.

There are no established dosage recommendations for rosehip oil. A general guideline is to apply it twice daily as a moisturizer. You can also apply it directly to dry areas of your skin, scars, and stretch marks.

As carrier oil: For aromatherapy, blend a few drops of essential oil with about an ounce of rosehip oil and apply topically. Rosehip oil is often used as acarrier oil for essential oils.