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Emollient

Rosehip Oil

Often labeled as: Rosa Canina Fruit Oil

The brightening facial oil loved for its natural Vitamin A.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A dry oil extracted from the seeds of rose bushes. It is loaded with essential fatty acids and naturally occurring retinoic acid.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Brightens dull skin, helps fade scars, and provides deep but lightweight moisture.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Because it is a "dry oil," it sinks in rapidly without leaving a greasy residue. Great for normal to oily skin types.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

Because it has Vitamin A, it replaces Retinol.

The Science

The Vitamin A concentration is very low. It is great for a glow, but won't match the anti-aging power of a formulated Retinol serum.