Organic rose hip oil
Organic rose hip oil is a beautiful cosmetic oil obtained by cold pressing the fruits (still called achenes) of the rose Rosa rubiginosa L.
The oil thus obtained has a nice dark pink color and a pronounced but pleasant smell.
The rose that has become acclimatized in South America, particularly in Argentina and Chile, is originally from Europe.
Rose hip oil has been the subject of several studies on its medicinal properties in terms of healing.
These properties are due to a high concentration of linoleic (40%) and linolenic (39%) acids as well as carotenoids (precursors of vitamin A).
On the cosmetic level, this oil has firming properties due to its action on the dermis.
This is the reason why it is incorporated in anti-aging cosmetics.
It also contains antioxidant vitamin C which promotes collagen synthesis.
Rosehip oil is also recommended for the prevention of stretch marks.
Like all vegetable oils, it is moisturizing because it allows the skin to retain water better by forming a lipidic film on its surface.
For the adapters of our Gentle Academy who make their own cosmetics, be aware that rosehip oil is very sensitive to heat: it goes rancid quickly at high temperatures.
We advise you to avoid heating it by adding it at the end of the preparation if it is an emulsion.
You can also use it pure or incorporate it with organic shea butter to make an extra nourishing and firming balm to prevent stretch marks and skin slackening.