Rosehip Oil CO2

Rosehip CO₂ Extract – Rosa canina
Part Typically Used: Hips
Method of Extraction: CO₂ extraction
Country of Origin: Bulgaria
Class: Fatty Acid Triglyceride

Rosehip CO₂ oil can help the skin regain its natural colour and tone, this is due to its high antioxidant content. Our Rosehip oil contains high levels of linoleic and linolenic fatty acids, Vitamins A and E. These are all very important nutrients for cell regeneration and anti-aging. Rosehip CO₂ oil can help the skin regain its natural colour and tone, this is due to its high antioxidant content.

Rosehip oil may also help reduce or even reverse UV damage that causes skin discolourations and a loss of skin tone. The result is youthful, radiant skin.

Our Rosehip oil contains high levels of linoleic and linolenic fatty acids, Vitamins A and E. These are all very important nutrients for cell regeneration and anti-aging.

This rich, luxurious oil is a lovely orange colour.

Description
Our Rosehip oil has a beautiful orange colour. It is a viscous, slightly dry oil.

Rosehip Seed CO₂ (Rosa canina) is an oil renowned for its many benefits for the skin due to the presence of Vitamins A and E and all three essential fatty acids: Alpha-Linolenic Acid (Omega-3), Linoleic Acid (Omega-6), and Oleic Acid (Omega-9). The depth of colour in this oil indicates the presence of beneficial carotenoids. All of these constituents have proven beneficial for broken or damaged skin. It is known as being effective for facial scarring, including acne scarring, wrinkles, UV damage, premature skin aging, and dermatitis. Rosehip is considered to be a dry oil, which means that it absorbs quickly into the skin and does not leave a greasy residue. It is a wonderful choice as a carrier oil in any aromatherapy application, but particularly in those cases of trying to restore skin health.

How Rosehip CO₂ is Different from Cold-Pressed Rosehip Oil
Rosehip CO₂ Extract is produced using supercritical carbon dioxide extraction, which extracts a broader spectrum of lipophilic compounds, including antioxidants like carotenoids and tocopherols. It offers greater purity with no solvent residues, is often more concentrated, and has a longer shelf life due to added rosemary antioxidant.

Cold-Pressed Rosehip Oil is mechanically expressed and may have a slightly more oxidisable profile. It is often used in a more "raw" state with some water-soluble components.

Both are excellent for skin, but the CO₂ extract has a finer texture, is more stable, and delivers slightly higher antioxidant activity per gram.

Rosehip CO₂ – Skincare Actions
Skin regenerating, moisturising, anti-ageing, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, barrier repairing, smoothing, brightening, scar-reducing, soothing.

Perfumery Actions
Base oil, carrier fixative, softening agent, skin-feel enhancer, neutral scent carrier, lipophilic diluent.

Skincare Dilution
1–3% in facial serums, eye creams, or moisturisers. Up to 10% in balms, oils, and body care. Can be used neat for targeted applications (e.g., scars, fine lines) – patch test recommended.

Perfumery Dilution
5–20% in oil-based perfumes as a stable, nourishing base. Not suitable for alcohol-based perfumes due to oil content (will cloud).