What the studies on rosehip oil and skin renewal found, and who it tends to suit.

By Reem Khalil · 3 December 2025
Rosehip seed oil is pressed from the seeds of wild roses, and ours comes from Rosa canina grown in southern Chile. It is the base of our best-selling oil for good reason.
Rosehip oil is rich in linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids, the fatty acids the skin barrier uses to hold on to water. It also contains small amounts of naturally occurring trans-retinoic acid and vitamin E.
Small clinical studies have found improvements in the look of scars, stretch marks and fine lines after eight to twelve weeks of daily use. The studies are small, and results vary, but they are consistent.
It suits dry, dull and sensitive skin, and people who find retinol too harsh. Because it is high in linoleic acid, many people with oily or breakout-prone skin also tolerate it well.
Rosehip oil oxidises quickly once opened. Keep the bottle away from windows and use it within six months of opening. If it starts to smell like crayons, it has gone off.