Cold Pressed Rosehip Seed Oil

Rosa Canina Seed Oil for Skincare, Hair Care & Cosmetic Formulation

Rosehip Seed Oil is a premium botanical oil obtained from the seeds of rosehip fruit.

Cold pressed rosehip oil is widely used in facial oils, serums, creams, lotions, hair-care products and premium handmade cosmetics because of its lightweight texture and naturally occurring unsaturated fatty acid profile.

It is particularly popular in formulations designed for dry, mature-feeling and uneven-looking skin.

What Is Rosehip Seed Oil?

Rosehip Seed Oil is commonly obtained from the seeds of species such as Rosa canina.

It naturally contains fatty acids such as:

• Linoleic acid
• Alpha-linolenic acid
• Oleic acid
• Palmitic acid
• Smaller amounts of other fatty acids

Depending on the raw material and processing method, it may also contain naturally occurring:

• Tocopherols
• Carotenoids
• Other minor unsaponifiable components

The exact composition varies according to species, origin, harvest conditions and extraction method.

Important Note About Vitamin C

Rosehip fruit itself is well known for its vitamin C content.

However, Rosehip Seed Oil should not automatically be described as a high-vitamin-C oil.

Vitamin C is primarily water-soluble and is not generally present in significant amounts in conventional cold pressed seed oil.

Rosehip oil is better positioned around its:

• Essential fatty acid profile
• Carotenoids
• Tocopherols
• Emollient properties
• Botanical origin

Cold Pressed Rosehip Oil

Cold pressing is a mechanical extraction method intended to obtain the oil without excessive heat.

This helps preserve more of the oil’s characteristic:

• Fatty acid profile
• Natural color
• Botanical character
• Naturally occurring minor components

If your product is genuinely cold pressed, this claim can be used provided it is supported by supplier documentation.

Rosehip Seed Oil for Skincare

Rosehip Seed Oil is widely used as an emollient botanical ingredient in facial and body-care products.

It can contribute to:

• Softer skin feel
• Improved smoothness
• Reduced dry-feeling texture
• Lightweight emolliency
• Improved spreadability
• Premium botanical positioning

It is commonly included in formulations for dry, mature-feeling or dull-looking skin.

Use in Facial Oils and Serums

Rosehip oil is particularly popular in facial oil blends.

It can be used alone or combined with oils such as:

• Argan oil
• Jojoba oil
• Safflower oil
• Sweet almond oil
• Avocado oil

Because of its high unsaturated fatty acid content, it can create a light, elegant facial oil profile.

Skin Appearance and Cosmetic Positioning

Rosehip Seed Oil is often used in products designed to improve the appearance of:

• Dry-feeling skin
• Dull-looking skin
• Uneven-looking texture
• Mature-feeling skin

It is better to describe its role as supporting skin conditioning, softness and appearance rather than claiming that it removes scars, stretch marks, pigmentation or wrinkles.

Rosehip Oil for Hair Care

Rosehip Seed Oil may also be incorporated into hair-care formulations.

Suitable applications include:

• Hair oils
• Hair serums
• Hair masks
• Conditioners
• Pre-shampoo treatments

It can contribute to:

• Softer-feeling hair
• Improved shine
• Smoother dry ends
• Better manageability
• Conditioning feel

It should not be marketed as treating hair loss or scalp disorders.

Rosehip Seed Oil in Soap Making

Rosehip Seed Oil can be used as a specialty oil in cold process and hot process soap formulations.

It may be incorporated into:

• Premium facial soaps
• Botanical soaps
• Luxury handmade soaps
• Specialty oil blends

Because Rosehip Seed Oil is relatively valuable and rich in unsaturated fatty acids, it is generally used at moderate levels rather than as the sole soap-making oil.

Typical Usage in Soap

A practical starting range is approximately:

2–10% of the total oil blend

depending on the formulation.

Higher levels are technically possible, but the soap should be evaluated for:

• Oxidative stability
• Bar hardness
• Cure time
• Cost
• Shelf performance

Important Soap Formulation Note

Rosehip Seed Oil has its own saponification value.

When adding it to cold process soap:

• Recalculate sodium hydroxide
• Use a reliable soap calculator
• Confirm supplier SAP data
• Determine the desired superfat
• Perform test batches

Do not substitute Rosehip Seed Oil for another oil without recalculating the lye requirement.

Use in Creams and Lotions

Rosehip oil is suitable for the oil phase of emulsions such as:

• Facial creams
• Body lotions
• Hand creams
• Night creams
• Lightweight moisturizers

It contributes:

• Emolliency
• Smooth application
• Botanical positioning
• Lightweight oil-phase performance

Typical Cosmetic Usage Levels

General starting ranges may include:

Facial Oils

5–100%

Creams and Lotions

1–10%

Body Oils

5–50%

Hair Oils and Masks

2–20%

Handmade Soap

2–10% of the total oil blend

These figures are general formulation guidelines only.

Is Rosehip Oil Suitable for Direct Skin Use?

Cosmetic-grade Rosehip Seed Oil may be applied directly to the skin by many users.

A few drops can be applied to clean skin and gently massaged.

For sensitive skin:

• Perform a patch test first.
• Avoid irritated or damaged skin.
• Stop use if irritation occurs.

Because Rosehip Seed Oil is sensitive to oxidation, fresh and properly stored product is especially important.

Natural Color and Aroma

Cold pressed Rosehip Seed Oil may naturally vary in color from:

• Golden yellow
• Orange
• Amber
• Reddish-orange

Its natural aroma may be mild, earthy or slightly characteristic depending on processing.

Natural batch-to-batch variation is normal.

Oxidation Stability

Rosehip Seed Oil contains a relatively high proportion of polyunsaturated fatty acids.

As a result, it is more oxidation-sensitive than oils such as coconut oil.

To help preserve quality:

• Store away from direct sunlight.
• Keep packaging tightly closed.
• Avoid excessive heat.
• Minimize unnecessary exposure to air.

For professional formulations, an antioxidant such as tocopherol may be evaluated depending on the complete formulation.

Product Details

Product Name: Rosehip Seed Oil
INCI Name: Rosa Canina Seed Oil
Botanical Source: Rosehip Seeds
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Form: Liquid Oil
Primary Function: Emollient / Botanical Carrier Oil
Applications: Skincare, Hair Care, Soap Making and Cosmetic Formulation
Color: Golden Yellow to Orange/Amber depending on batch
Odor: Mild, characteristic botanical aroma

Important Botanical Identification

Products sold as “Rosehip Oil” may come from different rose species.

Depending on the actual raw material, the INCI may differ.

Always confirm the exact botanical name and INCI from the supplier specification before preparing commercial labels.

Purity

If supplied as a single-ingredient product, it may be described as:

100% Pure Rosehip Seed Oil

If accurate, additional claims may include:

• No added fragrance
• No added colorant
• No added carrier oil

according to actual supplier documentation.

Storage

Store Rosehip Seed Oil:

• In a cool and dry environment
• Away from direct sunlight
• In tightly closed packaging
• Away from excessive heat
• With minimal air exposure

Dark or opaque packaging may help protect the oil from light exposure.

Safety Information

• For cosmetic and formulation use according to product specification.
• Avoid direct eye contact.
• Do not apply to damaged or irritated skin.
• Patch testing is recommended for sensitive skin.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct sunlight.
• Do not ingest unless the specific product is certified and labeled for food use.

Wholesale, Private Label & Contract Manufacturing

We also supply Rosehip Seed Oil and other botanical carrier oils in wholesale quantities for soap makers, cosmetic brands, retailers and professional formulators.

In addition to raw material supply, we provide private label and contract manufacturing services for rosehip facial oils, botanical soaps, creams, lotions, hair-care products and other customized cosmetic formulations.

Custom products can be developed with different carrier oils, botanical extracts, fragrances, packaging formats and private label designs.

For bulk Rosehip Seed Oil orders, private label products or contract manufacturing, please contact us with your required quantity, packaging format, intended application, target market and estimated order volume.