Rosehip seed oil is extracted from the seeds and fruits of the rose plant and it contains important vitamins and fatty acids important for the skin. It also has properties that are antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral.

This oil is important to the skin because it helps in the following ways;
It helps in the reduction of swelling since it contains vitamin E that mainly helps in reducing inflammatory cases. It also reduces itching that may come as a result of eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, and psoriasis.

It boosts immunity because it contains fatty acid that helps in preventing the breakdown of cell membranes in the skin thus acting as a barrier of bacteria from attacking the skin. In animals, rosehip oil has also been proven to offer the strength and long life of the skin cells.
The rosehip seed oil has important fatty acids and antioxidants thus helping in scar reduction and wound healing. It also reduces fine lines from appearing around the eyes.

It also aids in the reduction of hyperpigmentation because it contains vitamin A that has retinoids. Hyperpigmentation mainly comes as a result of exposure to the sun, hormonal imbalances during pregnancy or menopause, or while on certain medications like chemotherapy or birth control pills.

It also helps reduce damage caused by the sun because exposure to the sun for long periods of time might cause early aging since the body does not produce collagen. Rosehip oil also has vitamins A, C, and E which are essential antioxidants for preventing sun damage on the skins, the vitamins also prevent premature aging.

Rosehip oil aids in collagen formation that mainly helps block the skin from any damage and also is important for skin firmness and elasticity. The main vitamins essential for collagen formation are A and C.
It helps in exfoliation which improves skin brightness since it contains vitamins A and C which encourage skin cell turnover and renewal. Rosehip oil also helps in hydration that contributes to soft skin because it contains fatty acids that are easily absorbed into the skin.

It aids in moisturizing the skin especially for people who use rose powder orally or apply the oil directly on the skin since it’s dry and non –greasy, thus making it’s a great moisturizer for all skin types.
Before starting to use rosehip oil, apply it on a small portion of your skin to know if it affects you in any way. To improve its longevity, store it in a cool and dark place or refrigerate it.