INCI: Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Oil from rosehip seeds, rich in linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids plus trace amounts of trans-retinoic acid. Used for scars and pigmentation.
Topical application
CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus.
Small clinical studies show improvement in scar appearance and hyperpigmentation. Contains trace retinoic acid, but levels are insufficient for a standard retinoid effect. Large RCTs are lacking.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
CautionSuitable for
Use with caution
Rosehip Oil should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consulting a dermatologist or OB-GYN is advisable.
Rosehip Oil suits: dry, normal, combination. Use with caution in: oily.
Oil from rosehip seeds, rich in linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids plus trace amounts of trans-retinoic acid.
On the Fulton scale 1/5 – very low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
The INCI name is Rosa Canina Fruit Oil. It may also appear as: Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Масло шиповника.
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