Rose Hip Seed Oil

Topical rose hip oil is associated with improved skin elasticity and moisture over eight weeks. Rosehip oil contains vitamin A-related compounds, but not at levels comparable to pharmaceutical retinoids. Rosehip-castor is recommended only in the evening because vitamin A precursor content can increase photosensitivity. The article rejects expecting tretinoin-like turnover stimulation from rosehip oil. Rosehip seed oil provides topical linoleic acid that can support ceramide synthesis in the skin barrier. Rose hip seed oil contains compounds that signal fibroblasts to produce collagen. Undiluted or frequent rose hip oil can irritate aging skin because it is thin and absorbs rapidly. Rose hip seed oil provides provitamin A compounds, lipid signals, vitamin C, and antioxidants relevant to collagen support.