Rich in linoleic acid (~54%), trans-retinoic acid traces, vitamin C, carotenoids; anti-oxidant. That’s Rosehip Oil in a sentence – and it’s worth understanding what each part of that process means.
The scientific name is Rosa Canina Fruit Oil. Rich in linoleic acid (~54%), trans-retinoic acid traces, vitamin C, carotenoids; anti-oxidant. This mechanism is consistent across properly formulated products, which means the real variable is concentration and delivery system.
Typical working concentration is 1–100%. Best suited to dry, normal, sensitive skin. Primary applications: anti-aging, brightening, barrier repair, hyperpigmentation.
Works well with: Vitamin C, vitamin E, ferulic acid.
Natural source of tretinoin traces; high linoleic makes it suitable for acne-prone.