What is Rosehip Oil Good For?

Probably most of us have an issue or issues with our skin and would like to understand a little more about skin care maintenance. It may be a few wrinkles, some signs of aging or dryness. Whilst there are many proprietary products available from beauticians and even on supermarket shelves, it is probably fair to say that a significant proportion of these are either ineffective or overpriced. However, there is a natural product that is both inexpensive and also successful in aiding with many skin care conditions, namely rosehip oil.


Benefits of rosehip oil


Acne

If you are affected with acne then regularly applying rosehip oil as directed by a skin care professional may assist in reducing the appearance and severity of your acne. It must be mentioned however, that it may not be suitable for all types of skins. If your skin is particularly oily then it may not be the most suitable product to use on your acne.

Scars

There are some research findings that indicate that regular use of the oil can stimulate the growth of new and healthy skin cells. This has lead to it being regularly used to treat and minimise the appearance of scars on the skin.

Wrinkles

Wrinkles can be the bane of many women's lives. They become obsessed with how they affect the quality of their skin and their self esteem can be impacted. There have been research studies that have shown that for some women then regular application of rosehip oil can reduce the severity of wrinkles.
However, it must be mentioned, that it should not be considered to be a 'miracle cure' but just part of the armoury that we can use to maintain a youthful and healthy skin appearance.

Stretch Marks

Although the scientific findings may be sketchy there is much anecdotal evidence that rosehip oil can help with reducing (and in some cases) eliminating the appearance of stretch marks on the skin. Check out online forums and you will find many mothers who have applied it post pregnancies and discovered improvements in the visibility of their stretch marks.

Eczema

The retinoic acid that is a component of the oil is considered to be effective in treating some eczema symptoms. Regular use will moisten and soften the skin and keeps some of the dry skin associated with eczema at bay.

Acne

If you are affected with acne then regularly applying rosehip oil as directed by a skin care professional may assist in reducing the appearance and severity of your acne. It must be mentioned however, that it may not be suitable for all types of skins. If your skin is particularly oily then it may not be the most suitable product to use on your acne.

Scars

There are some research findings that indicate that regular use of the oil can stimulate the growth of new and healthy skin cells. This has lead to it being regularly used to treat and minimise the appearance of scars on the skin.

Wrinkles

Wrinkles can be the bane of many women's lives. They become obsessed with how they affect the quality of their skin and their self esteem can be impacted. There have been research studies that have shown that for some women then regular application of rosehip oil can reduce the severity of wrinkles.
However, it must be mentioned, that it should not be considered to be a 'miracle cure' but just part of the armoury that we can use to maintain a youthful and healthy skin appearance.



Stretch Marks

Although the scientific findings may be sketchy there is much anecdotal evidence that rosehip oil can help with reducing (and in some cases) eliminating the appearance of stretch marks on the skin. Check out online forums and you will find many mothers who have applied it post pregnancies and discovered improvements in the visibility of their stretch marks.

Eczema

The retinoic acid that is a component of the oil is considered to be effective in treating some eczema symptoms. Regular use will moisten and soften the skin and keeps some of the dry skin associated with eczema at bay.