May 5, 2021
Our active ingredient bomb: rosehip seed oil
by Lena Severin
And once again our product family can look forward to new additions! Our rosehip seed oil fits perfectly into our range of pure oils. Why? You will find out in the next few lines.
- Rosehip seed oil – where does it come from?
- Active ingredient bomb – What makes rosehip seed oil so special?
- How to – Applications of your new favorite oil
- Conclusion: Rosehip seed oil: all-round talent with great effect?
1. Rosehip seed oil – where does it come from?
Although rosehip seed oil is also called wild rose oil, it should not be confused with rose oil. So please don't expect an overpowering rose scent - our wonderful rose water offers that. Rosehip seed oil is not extracted from the flowers of the shrub.
Our rosehip seed oil is extracted from the seeds and pulp of the rose hips of the dog rose, or Rosa Canina. We deliberately chose a supplier from Argentina because they meet our requirements for organic cultivation, fair treatment of employees and commitment to the environment.
The special process of extracting the oil using CO2 means that the active ingredients are better preserved than with cold pressing, meaning that the dark orange wild rose oil retains all of its benefits for your skin. And that brings us to the question that you are probably most interested in:
2. Active ingredient bomb – What makes rosehip seed oil so special?
So what can the new oil do? A whole lot! If you take a look at the list of valuable active ingredients, it quickly becomes clear: we have a pretty comprehensive product here. Vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, carotenoids (has nothing to do with carrots, I'll reveal more later), omega-3, -6 AND -9 fatty acids... all substances that our skin is only too happy to absorb. But what exactly do they do?
Vitamin A
In this case, it is "A" for construction, because this vitamin is responsible for the construction and renewal of the skin, a true regeneration hero. And for all sun worshippers: In addition to sunscreen, rosehip seed oil is now one of the essentials, because the vitamin A it contains protects the skin from DNA damage when exposed to the sun.
vitamin C
Unfortunately, there is no such nice mnemonic here, but this vitamin is just as powerful! It lightens age spots and pigment spots, prevents wrinkles and stimulates collagen production. As you may know if you follow us diligently, collagen production begins to slowly decline from the age of 25. Vitamin C gives you a beautiful glow, and not just in spring.
Vitamin E
An extremely important vitamin because its antioxidant effect means it successfully protects us from free radicals. A little extra help: Free radicals are the highly reactive, aggressive molecules that cause cell damage in our organism and can cause illness if they occur in particularly high quantities over a long period of time. Cancer, cardiovascular disease and arthritis are among the diseases associated with them. Taking in vitamin E through food, but also through skin care, can reduce the oxidative stress that triggers it.
Fatty acids
The fatty acids in rosehip seed oil are extremely beneficial for impure and dry skin, as they have an anti-inflammatory effect and regulate the skin's natural sebum production, balancing out under- or overproduction.
Carotenoids
OK, carotenoids do have a little to do with carrots. They contain a lot of them. But what exactly do they do for our body? This plant pigment can do more than just turn fruit and vegetables orange. Like vitamin E, it has an antioxidant effect and fights unwelcome free radicals, which prevents cell damage and slows down skin aging. Here too, the right diet and skin care can make a big difference.
Our rosehip seed oil definitely deserves the title of active ingredient bomb. So what's the best way to incorporate it into your skincare routine and are there perhaps other parts of the body that would benefit from it?
3. How to – Applications of your new favorite oil
Rosehip seed oil wouldn't be a bombshell of active ingredients if it couldn't be used in many different ways. Here's how you can use the all-rounder:
Face
Of course, you can incorporate it into your facial care routine. Since the skin switches to regeneration mode overnight, the oil applied in the evening can provide wonderful support there. But you can of course also use it in the morning. Either on its own, massage a few drops into damp skin, or mix a few drops with your day or night cream to make it even more nourishing.
As you have already read above, the active ingredients in the oil are particularly suitable for impure and dry skin. The combination of stimulating cell regeneration, regulating sebum production and protecting against free radicals has a particularly positive effect on these skin types. But all other skin types will also benefit from it, as the oil is particularly well tolerated, which also benefits very sensitive skin. Since rosehip oil is non-comedogenic, i.e. does not clog pores, it can be applied to the face without any concerns. Its antibacterial effect can help pimples to disappear more quickly - but please use sparingly, especially if you have acne.
Mature skin benefits particularly - I'll repeat myself again because it's pretty valuable information: As I said, skin aging begins at around 25, and with the right active ingredients and products, this natural process can be slowed down. Rosehip seed oil is right at the top of the list because the mix of vitamins (we now know their effects) keeps the skin elastic, plump and radiant thanks to the stimulated collagen production. Discoloration is reduced and cell damage caused by free radicals is prevented. The result: younger skin for longer. And the glow doesn't come from nowhere. Rosehip seed oil is also a real moisture booster.
Body
Thanks to its regenerative properties, the oil is particularly suitable for treating scars, stretch marks and other skin damage. To do this, apply a few drops to the moistened skin and massage in gently, even for a little longer, as it helps with the healing of the scars or stretch marks.
If your skin is a little irritated after sunbathing, spray our light and cooling aloe vera spray onto the skin and then carefully apply a little rosehip oil to counteract sun damage.
Personal tip: For a larger application on the bottom or thighs, you can mix the rosehip seed oil with our squalane, as it is extremely effective and, as a carrier oil, transports the active ingredients of the rosehip seed oil wonderfully into the skin.
Nails
Rosehip seed oil is also very good for caring for cuticles, especially when they are particularly stressed by frequent cleaning, rinsing and other activities. Our hands generally do an incredible amount of work every day. Pamper your skin there with an extra portion of care every now and then and massage your hands and cuticles with a mixture of rosehip seed oil and either hand cream or squalane. Leave it to work well, perhaps even overnight with cotton gloves so that the skin can absorb the active ingredients well.
Hair
A tablespoon of warmed rosehip seed oil can be used to make a wonderful scalp treatment. If your scalp is dry, itchy or flaky, it helps to spread the pleasantly warm (not hot) oil on your scalp, massage it in gently and then rinse it out thoroughly after 30 minutes with a mild shampoo. Important for dry and flaky scalps: Use mild care products, avoid surfactants and only use lukewarm water so that the skin can calm down and regenerate. The lengths and ends of your hair will also benefit from a lovely hair treatment with rosehip seed oil. If you like, use it as a leave-in product on your ends. If you have curly, thick hair (welcome to the club), I recommend mixing it with a little aloe vera gel.
4. Conclusion: Rosehip seed oil: all-round talent with great effect?
I don't think many words are needed at this point to answer this question. Brevity is the soul of wit: OH YES!
Have fun testing!