What is Rosehip Oil (Expeller Pressed & Refined)?

Rosehip oil is also called Rosehip Oil. It is a fine, nourishing oil for the skin.

Rosehips are the fruits of a rose bush and contain dozens of small white-yellow seeds, from which the oil is extracted. The oil naturally has an earthy, warm scent. Because this is a refined version, the oil has a lighter color and a more subtle scent.

Rosehip oil is widely used in skincare and is especially known for its nourishing properties for mature, dry and sensitive skin. The oil naturally contains essential fatty acids and vitamin A.

The oil feels pleasant on the skin, absorbs well and leaves the skin feeling soft and supple.

How is Rosehip Oil made?

Rosehip oil is made from the seeds of the rosehip, the fruit of the rose bush. After the fruits are harvested, the seeds are extracted from the fruit and dried.

Next, the oil is extracted from these seeds through expeller pressing. This is a mechanical pressing process in which the oil is pressed from the seeds without the use of solvents.

After pressing, the oil is lightly refined. This means that color and scent are partially reduced, making the oil more stable and neutral in use.

This combination of expeller pressing and light refining creates an oil that is pleasant for cosmetic applications, with a milder scent and lighter color than the unrefined variant.

Benefits of Rosehip Oil

Rosehip oil has many wonderful properties for the skin. The oil is widely used for dry, mature or dull skin and is beloved for its nourishing and soothing character. Rosehip oil is also often used for stretch marks and fine lines. In addition, the oil feels light on the skin and works as a wonderful light nourishing oil.

Supports the skin (barrier)
Rosehip oil contains essential fatty acids that nourish the skin and help keep the skin supple. When you apply the oil to your skin, it helps limit moisture loss and leave your skin feeling comfortable.

Hydrates the skin
Rosehip oil is a wonderful moisturizer and supports the skin in retaining moisture. This makes the skin feel soft, supple and nourished.

For mature skin
Rosehip oil naturally contains vitamin A and is therefore widely used in mature skin care. The oil helps support skin structure, which can make fine lines less visible and the skin appear smoother.

Cares for skin with stretch marks
Rosehip oil is widely used in the care of skin with stretch marks. With regular use, the skin can feel and look smoother and more even.

How to use Rosehip Oil?

Apply the rosehip oil to cleansed skin so the oil can absorb well.

You can apply a small amount of the oil under makeup or your usual day cream, or instead of a day cream. Also suitable for under the eyes and of course the rest of your body.

Also lovely as an ingredient in a DIY body butter, serum or other homemade skincare.

Tips for using Rosehip Oil

Rosehip oil is a liquid oil and therefore easy to use. A few drops are often enough for face or neck.

Want to apply the oil less pure? Then you can mix it with another carrier oil or add it to your favorite cream or body butter.

Optionally mix the oil with some essential oil of your choice for a nice scent.

What is the difference with Rosehip Oil (unrefined)?

Refined rosehip oil is lighter in color and scent than the unrefined variant. Through the refining process, the oil becomes more neutral, making it pleasant for cosmetic applications.

The unrefined variant usually has a stronger scent and deeper color.

Side effects of Rosehip Oil

Rosehip oil is a plant-based oil that is generally well tolerated. However, it is always recommended to test first on a small area of skin. Wait 24 hours and check if any skin reaction occurs.