Rose hip oil has been proven to be one of the great dry skin remedies. Rose hip oil contains high levels of unsaturated fatty acids (oleic, linoleic and linolenic acid). They are called "essential" because our body is not able to reproduce them, and because they help to nourish and maintain a healthy skin.

Rose hip oil also contains other antioxidants such as flavonoids and Vitamins C, D and E. As a matter of fact, rose hips are one of the richest plant sources of Vitamin C. This composition makes it ideal for every kind of skin care product.

Rose hip oil is extracted from the seeds contained in the intensely red berry-like fruits, or hips, of a wild rose-bush that grows in the Americas. This wild rose is known as rosa mosqueta in Chile and has been use for centuries by Native Americans.

Scientific investigations have confirmed the healing properties that have been attributed to rose hips and rose hip oil for years.

Rose Hip Oil as a Scar Treatment

Rose hip oil has been used to treat all types of scars. It helps re-establish the normal color of your skin and helps avoid the formation of raised scars. Some testimonials have even claimed that stretch marks will shrink when treated with rose hip oil.

Scars become softer and less prominent. For the case of surgical scar treatment, it is advisable to use it 2-4 weeks prior to surgery to help reduce the appearance of post-op scar tissue.

Rose Hip Oil and Moisturized Skin

The essential fatty acids and high vitamin content in rose hip oil makes it excellent for natural dry skin care. Its ultra light texture allows its quick absorption without greasy residue unlike so many dry skin care products. All of these characteristics make rose hip oil the best treatment for dry skin and its consequences.

Rose hip oil is a gentle ingredient and is great for eczema and dry skin treatment.

Another problem we all face is premature aging due to a depressed metabolic rate in all tissues including the skin. In this case, rose hip oil hinders the decline in the metabolic functions of the skin. It increases irrigation to the skin and generates the renewal of skin cells.

Accordingly, it helps minimize the dark spots and discoloration caused by sun damage and reduces the appearance of wrinkles. Rose hip oil also helps prevent photoaging.

How to use Rose Hip Oil

Take a few drops of the oil and massage it into the affected area until it is completely absorbed. Due to its retinol content (Vitamin A) we recommend you used rose hip oil during the night because it can cause hyperpigmentation. Remember to use sunblock if you decide to apply during the day.

Use rose hip oil twice a day for about three months and see how it reduces scar tissue, helps prevent and lessen the appearance of stretch marks and diminishes age spots and wrinkles.