In the south of Chile, in the Andes Mountains, a wild shrub called "Rosa Mosqueta" by locals grows.
The scientific name is Rosa Aff. Rubiginosa. Its flowers are pink and when its petals fall, the plant develops an oval reddish fruit. Rosehip Oil is obtained from its seeds.
Rosehip Oil It contains high levels of polyunsaturated essential fatty acids (efaS), linoleic and linolenic acids, 77% of which are partly responsible for the beneficial action of Rosehip Oil in skin regeneration.
Uses and Properties
Rosehip Oil is used in the cosmetic and dermatological industry in the production of face and body creams, lotions, shampoo, soaps, etc. Due to its high absorption power, it is also used directly on the skin, obtaining the following benefits:
- Prevents skin dehydration
EFAs give the skin a waterproof barrier and the presence of an adequate level of them prevents water loss, thus avoiding dehydration.
- Prevents premature skin aging
Delays the appearance of signs of skin aging, reducing wrinkles and fading expression lines.
- Combat the effects of photo aging
Protects and repairs damage caused by photoaging resulting from excessive exposure to solar radiation.
- Reduces surgical and traumatic scars
Helps regenerate damaged skin. It produces excellent results in the treatment of skin affected by burns or superficial scars.