Description

Rosehip – Rosa Canina

Many people call the Rosa Canina the ‘Dog Rose.’ (Canina meaning dog-like) as well as Rosa Rubiginosa, meaning rusty red.

In the 1930’s and 40’s  Rose hips were a main ingredient in a powerful tonic for children.  With extremely high levels of Vitamin C,  Rosehip has a potent anti-aging effect.

Rosehips consist of 70% weight of the fruit.  The process of extraction begins by drying the hips and keeping them in temperatures of under 80 degrees C. This is to avoid degradation.  The next part of the process involves splitting the dried hips to release the seeds. The seeds then enter a grinding process followed by a simple mechanical expression without solvents. This therefore creates a pure organic oil.

“The antioxidant activity of the vitamin C protects and repairs UV-damage and helps to reduce wrinkles,” says Kenneth Howe, M.D., New York City-based dermatologist at Wexler Dermatology. Additionally, the carotenoids, which are vitamin A-like compounds that regulate skin turnover, “lead to a brighter, more even complexion,” says Howe.

Content

Rosehip contains a high level of Omega 3 (perhaps the highest out of the vegetable oils ) and Omega 6. Omegas are responsible for promoting the regeneration of cells and normalise open pores.

Rosehip is a thus very proactive when added to cosmetics and creams, baby care products and haircare.

Aromatherapy massage it can be added to another carrier oil in a 10 -20% ratio. As a delicate and fragile oil – correct storage is vital. (keep in the fridge)

Properties

• Antibacterial
• Antiviral
• Anti-fungal

 

Used to Treat

• Acne
• Pimples
• Boils
• Damaged skin from burns and scalding
• Sun burn – add to an aftersun preparation
• Scar tissue
• After chemotherapy
• Ulcers
• Anti-wrinkle oil wards of premature ageing.

Note : The phenols “As long as the oil is not irritating to those patients with eczema-prone skin, this product may benefit them in both re-hydrating the skin as well as preventing infections commonly seen in eczema,” says Chilukuri.