In our time, rose hip oil is in the focus of attention.
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Australian supermodel Miranda Mae Kerr classifies rose hip oil as a secret means of preserving beauty.
- How to get
- Properties and chemical composition
- Therapeutic effect
- Use in cosmetology
- Contraindications and harm
Attention is paid to the dog rose in magazines and blogs.
So what is rose hip oil and what does it owe its properties?
Oil is extracted from the seeds of rose hips.
It is different from the ethereal rose oil.
Homeland of wild rose in the northern hemisphere, because seeds need to be stratified to germinate - a cold period.
In the world grows about 200 varieties. The shrub reaches a height of up to 3.5 meters. Forms pink flowers, and later red oval fruits.
Rosehip grows in Asia, Europe and North America in a wild state, and is not subjected to human breeding.
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How to get
Rosehip belongs to the family of rosaceous, along with rose, strawberry and raspberry.
Oil is extracted from different types of dog rose:
- of dog rose( Rosa canina),
- wrinkled( Rosa rugosa),
- alpine( Rosa pendulina).
It is extracted from seeds or whole fruits by thermal extraction using organic solvents, extrusion or cold pressing.
The cost of oil is determined by the way of production.
The most gentle manufacturing technology is extrusion in carbon dioxide. Liquid carbon dioxide under pressure at a low temperature combines with grains of hips.
Seeds burst and release oil.
After lowering the pressure, liquid carbon dioxide evaporates and the purest oil remains.
After receipt, the oil is further refined.
The main producer at present is Chile.
The fruits of Argentinean or Chilean rose hips( Rosa mosqueta), which grow far from civilization in ecologically clean conditions, are most suitable for the production of butter.
It is produced by many cosmetic companies. The Swiss company Weleda has been releasing the rose hip oil in 100 ml bottles for some time.
They combine the production of Chilean rose hips with moisture-retaining jojoba oil and delicate almond oil.
German company Primavera offers pure rose hip oil in 30 ml vials. Numerous creams and shampoos with the oil of rose hips are produced.
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Properties and chemical composition
Oil is produced from different types of dogrose, and has a different flavor and color. Unlike the ethereal rose oil, rosehip does not smell of rose hips.
The smell is described mainly as nutty, discreet, fruity or metallic.
Specific odor with the "fishy" aroma of is due to the content of polyunsaturated fatty acids. The taste is bitter.
The oil changes from yellow to orange, refined - light.
The reddish shade is inherent, first of all, to the oils from whole fruits, and is explained by the high content of carotenoids - provitamins A.
It is often added tocopherol to improve safety. It is stored in vials of dark glass.
The opened vial retains up to 3 months of .The melting point of the oil is 0-15 ° C.
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linoleic acid( 45%), - alpha linolenic acid( 32%),
- oleic acid( 15%),
- palmitic acid( 4%),
- stearic acid( 2%),
- alpha- andgamma-tocopherols( 32-47 mg / 100 g total),
- carotenoids,
- flavonoids,
- , the presence of( in conjunction with unsaturated fatty acids) all-trans-retinoic acid is possible.
From the above composition, it follows that the content of alpha-linolenic acid is very high in the product.
A similar value is achieved by a few oils, for example, from elderberry, sea-buckthorn or Sacha-Inchi.
It contains linoleic acid and a very small amount of saturated fatty acids, which allows the oil to be easily absorbed and makes it easily oxidizable.
Rosehip oil contains fat-soluble vitamins A and E. Some sources indicate a high content of water-soluble vitamin C.
Therapeutic effect
Rose hip oil is applied inside and outside.
Due to the regenerating properties( based on a high content of alpha-linolenic acid) it is used externally with:
- shallow wound,
- abrasions,
- cracking around the lips,
- cracked nipples during breastfeeding( about olive oil from stretch marks during pregnancy read this article),
- burns,
- dermatitis( for useful properties and application of anise oil please read here).
It is effective in the treatment of:
- inflammation of the mucous membranes of the throat and nose,
- rhinitis( grape oil, use and harm, how to take),
- pharyngitis,
- can be put into the nose oil-soaked tampons or instill oil in the nose from the pipette.
Rosehip oil is used in enemas( up to 50 ml daily or once every 2 days) for the treatment of ulcerative colitis.
It has choleretic effect and is used for cholecystitis and hepatitis.
Ingestion( about the use of mustard oil for the body read here) eliminates heartburn, due to the secretion of gastric juice.
Wound healing action is used for gastritis by taking a tablespoon of oil an hour before meals for a month.
Fish oil with rose hip oil is an additional source of essential fatty acids Omega-3.
Rosehip oil activates cell renewal, creating new skin and making scarring and pigmentation less visible.
Use in cosmetology
From the cosmetic point of view, oils of all varieties of dogrose are equivalent. It is used as an additive in cosmetic products or with a massage for slipping.
Rose hips oil is used for face or body massage, thanks to its good absorbency.
For the body is used in the composition of mixtures.
Contained in skin care products( primarily in night creams) and in therapeutic creams for eczema and psoriasis.
You can add it yourself to cosmetic lotions and creams - up to 4 drops per teaspoon of the product.
Oil retains the moisture of our skin and hair, and also supplies nutrients and antioxidants.
Vitamin A is responsible for the smoothness of the skin, vitamin C preserves collagen. It has regenerating properties and contributes to the smoothing of wrinkles( about the healing properties of eucalyptus oil is written in this article).
With dry and flaky skin - restores the lost moisture, as a result of which, it becomes elastic and elastic.
For dry, rough or wrinkled skin, it is recommended to apply and rub the valuable oil three times a day.
The results become visible only after a month or two.
Especially, this kind of skin care for pregnant women is recommended.
It is necessary to rub the oil( about the medicinal properties of sea buckthorn is written on this page) in the chest, hips, abdomen and buttocks.
This is a good prevention of stretch marks, as it strengthens connective tissues and promotes the formation of collagen in them.
Similar can be done not only during pregnancy, but also in the first months after childbirth for vitamin make-up of the skin.
Simultaneously, pigmented spots( how to apply walnut oil for sunburn) will disappear, if they for any reasons have appeared.
In combination with an evening primrose oil containing 9% gamma-linolenic acid, it forms an ideal combination for dry, fading and sensitive skin.
When preparing the emulsion with other oils such as:
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almond( as used in cosmetology read here), - argan,
- marul,
covers the whole spectrum of fatty acids, which stabilizes the protective layer of the skin.
As the oil is unstable and easily oxidized, in the summer you should only use night cosmetic serums and creams, but not with daytime cosmetics.
With mixed or combination skin, oil( about application of amaranth for the face written here) is applied only to areas prone to dryness: the area around the lips, cheeks.
Do not apply oil on the chin, forehead and nose if the areas are prone to grease.
For dry, lifeless and damaged hair, it is useful to rub the rose hip oil into the scalp 15-20 minutes before washing hair.
You can add it to the shampoo in a 1:10 ratio.
Contraindications and Harm.
Allergic reaction possible. Before applying oil( palm damage to the human body) externally, a test should be carried out - apply a small amount on the arm, in the area of the forearm.
If the allergic reaction does not appear within 1-2 days, you can use oil.
It is better not to use it for oily skin, rashes on the face and acne. This can cause an increase in the number of rashes and their spread.
The use of oil for individual intolerance is excluded.
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