Rosehip seed oil for regenerated, supple skin

Cell regeneration

Vitamin A (retinol) boosts cell renewal – with a visible anti-ageing effect.

Scar care

Supports the regeneration of scars and pigment spots.

Antioxidant

Beta-carotene protects against free radicals and premature skin ageing.

Profile

INCI Rosa Canina Fruit Oil / Rosa Moschata Seed Oil
Plant Wild rose / rosehip
Sourced from Rosehip seeds (cold-pressed)
Texture Light, fast-absorbing
Colour Orange-reddish
Main fatty acids Linoleic acid ~45 %, α-linolenic acid ~32 %
Comedogenicity 1 (very low)
Main actives Vitamin A, beta-carotene, omega-3 & -6
Skin-type check

Which skin type is rosehip seed oil right for?

Rosehip seed oil is a star for mature, demanding skin – but it works for other skin types too.

M
Mature skin Top
The classic use case – vitamin A smooths fine lines and boosts cell renewal.
D
Dry skin Top
Omega fatty acids strengthen the skin barrier and supply lipids.
S
Scar care Top
Supports the regeneration of acne scars, surgical scars and stretch marks.
P
Pigment spots Top
Helps to gently lighten age spots and pigmentation issues.
M
Combination skin Mit Bedacht
Absorbs easily – good for combination skin at the right dosage.
O
Oily skin Mit Bedacht
Low comedogenicity – fine for oily skin too when used sparingly.
Science & care

How does rosehip seed oil work on the skin?

Three mechanisms that make rosehip seed oil an anti-ageing classic.

01

Cell renewal through retinol

A natural vitamin A content boosts cell renewal – studies show a reduction in fine lines after 8 weeks.

02

Antioxidant cell protection

Beta-carotene and vitamin E neutralise free radicals from UV rays and environmental stress.

03

Scar regeneration

Omega-3 and -6 support the skin's healing process – proven with acne scars and stretch marks.

Use Cases

What can you use rosehip seed oil for?

Facial care

As an anti-ageing serum for your evening routine

Eye area

Dab on gently for fine lines around the eyes

Scar care

For acne scars and stretch marks

Pigment spots

Helps to gently lighten age spots

Décolleté

Against sun damage and fine lines

Hand anti-ageing

For well-cared-for hands with an even complexion

Pregnancy

Preventively against stretch marks

Outdoor regeneration

After UV exposure and wind

Science

What do studies say?

Clin. Interv. Aging 2015

„Rosehip seed oil reduces fine lines and improves skin elasticity after 8 weeks."

Double-blind study, n=40.
J. Cosmet. Dermatol. 2018

„Retinol from rosehip seed oil works more gently than synthetic retinoids with a comparable effect."

Comparative study.
Plast. Surg. 2002

„Rosehip oil improves the appearance of scars and hyperpigmentation after 12 weeks."

Postoperative scar study.
Terms

Glossary

Retinol
The natural form of vitamin A – boosts cell renewal, a classic anti-ageing active.
Beta-carotene
Provitamin A with an antioxidant effect – gives rosehip seed oil its reddish colour.
Omega-3 / Omega-6
Essential fatty acids – they strengthen the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
INCI
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil or Rosa Moschata Seed Oil – both refer to rosehip seed oil.
Cold pressing
Gentle extraction without heat – preserves all the sensitive actives.
Comedogenicity
A measure of how pore-clogging an oil is. Rosehip seed oil sits at 1 – very low.

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