[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":324},["ShallowReactive",2],{"ingredient-rosehip-oil":3},{"id":4,"title":5,"body":6,"category":273,"commonProducts":274,"description":280,"extension":281,"icon":282,"inciName":283,"irritantReason":284,"isCommonIrritant":285,"keyFacts":286,"localNames":296,"meta":302,"navigation":303,"path":304,"relatedArticles":305,"seo":309,"severity":310,"slug":311,"stem":312,"subtitle":313,"symptoms":314,"synonyms":320,"__hash__":323},"ingredients/learn/ingredients/rosehip-oil.md","Rosehip Oil",{"type":7,"value":8,"toc":264},"minimark",[9,14,43,50,54,57,60,94,98,143,146,190,197,201,234,238],[10,11,13],"h2",{"id":12},"what-is-rosehip-oil","What is Rosehip Oil?",[15,16,17,21,22,26,27,30,31,34,35,38,39,42],"p",{},[18,19,20],"strong",{},"Rosehip oil"," is pressed from the seeds of wild rose hips — the fruit of ",[23,24,25],"em",{},"Rosa canina"," or ",[23,28,29],{},"Rosa rubiginosa"," (often called Rosa mosqueta in Chile, where much of the world\\u2019s supply comes from). It\\u2019s a dry, fast-absorbing oil with a distinctive reddish-orange color from its high carotenoid content. Its skincare reputation comes from an unusual composition: it\\u2019s ",[18,32,33],{},"rich in linoleic acid"," (the essential fatty acid most skin types need), contains ",[18,36,37],{},"natural trans-retinoic acid precursors"," (giving it mild retinol-like effects), and is packed with ",[18,40,41],{},"antioxidants"," including vitamin E, vitamin C, beta-carotene, and lycopene.",[15,44,45,46,49],{},"Rosehip oil has been used for generations in Chile and South America for ",[18,47,48],{},"scars, stretch marks, burns, and hyperpigmentation",". Clinical studies support its use for improving the appearance of surgical scars, acne scars, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation with consistent application over 8–12 weeks.",[10,51,53],{"id":52},"why-is-rosehip-oil-well-tolerated","Why is Rosehip Oil well tolerated?",[15,55,56],{},"Rosehip oil has a good safety profile at cosmetic concentrations. Patch test data show rare cases of contact dermatitis. It\\u2019s non-comedogenic for most users and suitable for acne-prone skin thanks to its high linoleic acid content.",[15,58,59],{},"Key points:",[61,62,63,70,76,82,88],"ul",{},[64,65,66,69],"li",{},[18,67,68],{},"Oxidizes quickly"," — Rosehip oil is high in polyunsaturated fats that go rancid within 6–12 months. Store in a dark bottle in the fridge; discard if it smells off.",[64,71,72,75],{},[18,73,74],{},"Natural retinoid effects are mild"," — Don\\u2019t expect prescription-retinol strength. Rosehip\\u2019s vitamin A precursors work gently over time.",[64,77,78,81],{},[18,79,80],{},"Pregnancy-safe topically"," — The retinoid levels are too low to pose concern for topical use in pregnancy, though some cautious users still avoid it.",[64,83,84,87],{},[18,85,86],{},"Sun sensitivity minimal"," — Unlike prescription retinoids, rosehip doesn\\u2019t significantly increase sun sensitivity.",[64,89,90,93],{},[18,91,92],{},"Color transfer"," — The orange tint may temporarily stain light fabrics.",[10,95,97],{"id":96},"in-indian-products","In Indian products 🇮🇳",[15,99,100,101,104,105,104,108,104,111,114,115,118,119,104,122,104,125,104,128,104,131,134,135,138,139,142],{},"Rosehip oil has gained popularity in Indian skincare in recent years, especially for scar and pigmentation concerns. Standalone oils: ",[18,102,103],{},"Kama Ayurveda Pure Rosehip Oil",", ",[18,106,107],{},"Juicy Chemistry Cold-Pressed Rosehip",[18,109,110],{},"Forest Essentials Rosehip",[18,112,113],{},"Organic Harvest",", and ",[18,116,117],{},"Khadi Natural",". In formulations: ",[18,120,121],{},"Mamaearth Rosehip Face Oil",[18,123,124],{},"The Derma Co Rosehip Oil",[18,126,127],{},"Plum Rosehip Serum",[18,129,130],{},"Dot & Key",[18,132,133],{},"Biotique",", and imported ",[18,136,137],{},"The Ordinary 100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil"," and ",[18,140,141],{},"Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil"," (a global best-seller).",[15,144,145],{},"Indian-context use cases:",[61,147,148,154,160,166,172,178,184],{},[64,149,150,153],{},[18,151,152],{},"Acne scars and PIH"," — A common concern in Indian skin; rosehip\\u2019s mild retinoid effects help fade marks over time.",[64,155,156,159],{},[18,157,158],{},"Stretch marks"," — Used during pregnancy and post-pregnancy for prevention and fading.",[64,161,162,165],{},[18,163,164],{},"Anti-aging for 30s and 40s"," — Adds retinol-like benefits without retinol\\u2019s irritation.",[64,167,168,171],{},[18,169,170],{},"Dry and mature skin"," — Rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, good for Delhi winter dryness.",[64,173,174,177],{},[18,175,176],{},"Pigmentation and uneven tone"," — Supports brightening alongside vitamin C and niacinamide.",[64,179,180,183],{},[18,181,182],{},"Post-laser and post-peel recovery"," — Gentle repair for healing skin.",[64,185,186,189],{},[18,187,188],{},"Pregnancy-safe alternative to retinol"," — One of the few actives with mild retinoid effects considered safe in pregnancy (topically).",[15,191,192,193,196],{},"Prices range ₹400–2000 depending on sourcing and certification. Always look for ",[18,194,195],{},"cold-pressed, unrefined rosehip seed oil"," from dark glass bottles.",[10,198,200],{"id":199},"how-to-use-rosehip-oil-well","How to use Rosehip Oil well",[202,203,204,210,216,222,228],"ol",{},[64,205,206,209],{},[18,207,208],{},"Apply at night"," — Some users prefer night use to avoid the orange tint under makeup.",[64,211,212,215],{},[18,213,214],{},"Use a few drops"," — Pat into clean skin; follow with moisturizer if needed.",[64,217,218,221],{},[18,219,220],{},"Target scars and pigmentation directly"," — Dab onto specific concerns.",[64,223,224,227],{},[18,225,226],{},"Store cold and use within 6 months"," — Oxidation reduces effectiveness.",[64,229,230,233],{},[18,231,232],{},"Layer with vitamin C or niacinamide"," — Complementary brightening and barrier effects.",[10,235,237],{"id":236},"safer-alternatives","Safer alternatives",[61,239,240,246,252,258],{},[64,241,242,245],{},[18,243,244],{},"For stronger retinoid effects",": Actual retinol or retinaldehyde (outside pregnancy).",[64,247,248,251],{},[18,249,250],{},"For pure moisture",": Jojoba, argan, or squalane.",[64,253,254,257],{},[18,255,256],{},"For scar-healing specifically",": Centella asiatica and silicone scar gels.",[64,259,260,263],{},[18,261,262],{},"For pregnancy",": Rosehip is already one of the safer retinoid-like options; bakuchiol is another.",{"title":265,"searchDepth":266,"depth":266,"links":267},"",2,[268,269,270,271,272],{"id":12,"depth":266,"text":13},{"id":52,"depth":266,"text":53},{"id":96,"depth":266,"text":97},{"id":199,"depth":266,"text":200},{"id":236,"depth":266,"text":237},"emollient",[275,276,277,278,279],"Face oil","Scar cream","Anti-aging serum","Stretch mark oil","Brightening serum","A plant oil from wild rose hips, rich in linoleic acid, vitamin A precursors, and antioxidants — used for scars, pigmentation, and anti-aging.","md","🌹","Rosa Canina Fruit Oil",null,false,[287,290,293],{"label":288,"value":289},"Natural vitamin A","Rosehip oil contains trans-retinoic acid precursors that mildly mimic retinol effects",{"label":291,"value":292},"High in linoleic acid","Over 40% linoleic acid makes it suitable for acne-prone and barrier-compromised skin",{"label":294,"value":295},"Rich in antioxidants","Contains vitamin E, vitamin C, beta-carotene, and lycopene",[297,298,299,300,301],"रोज़हिप तेल","Huile de rose musquée","Hagebuttenöl","Olio di rosa mosqueta","Aceite de rosa mosqueta",{},true,"/learn/ingredients/rosehip-oil",[306],{"slug":307,"title":308},"/learn/reading-cosmetic-labels","How to Read Cosmetic Labels",{"title":5,"description":280},"low","rosehip-oil","learn/ingredients/rosehip-oil","A vitamin-A-rich plant oil that fades scars, brightens skin, and offers natural retinol-like effects",[315,316,317,318,319],"Very rare allergic reactions","Can oxidize quickly — use fresh oil","Mild retinol-like effects at high concentrations","No significant sun sensitivity","Generally pregnancy-safe topically",[283,321,322],"Rosa Mosqueta Oil","Rosehip Seed Oil","wXQW3R18_pfB-DwcOEk1TtRmWJVwBE9lBSHP31nAdC0",1777530818286]