Rosehip oil has some exceptional benefits for skin rejuvenation and hair conditioning. From centuries it is used for its healing skin care and hair care benefits. Its rich mineral and vitamin composition makes it an excellent applicant for both internal and external consumption. So we bring you the benefits of Rosehip oil for skin and hair to enrich and enhance your beauty. Most important recommendation for using Rosehip oil lies in the fact that its 100% natural and extracted from pure wild rose buds. My knowledge about this magical product dates back to the time when Miranda Kerr shared Rosehip oil as her secret to perfectly radiant skin and rich complexion. And so far we know The Duchess of Cambridge, Victoria Beckham and Gwyneth Paltrow have all attributed their resplendent beauty and enthralling charm to Rosehip oil
Rosehip oil is extracted from wild rose bush in the southern Andes regions of Chile. This oil is incredibly rich in beta carotene and used for skin care products. The most admirable value being its swift absorption into skin for replenishing moisture and creating a protective barrier to impede skin dehydration. It also consists of antioxidants and essential fatty acids which help in removing dark spots from skin. It also prevents premature aging from sun exposure.
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Properties of rosehip oil:
1- It promotes resistance to infection due to immense healing properties embedded in it
2- It helps in providing relief from diarrhea, stomach ache and menstrual cramps, nausea and indigestion.
3- It is full of antioxidants and essential fatty acids, which corrects dark spots and hydrates the skin. It also prevents itchy sensations and hydrates dry patches
4- It also reduces scars and fine lines occurring from aging or sun exposure
5- It protects the skin and increases cell turnover as it contains all Vitamins A B C D E, which help in fighting free radicles.
6- It contains polyunsaturated fatty acids, which when absorbed through skin help in cell and tissue regeneration.
7- It also provides anti aging benefits due to its regenerative properties and rich Vitamin C content
8- It helps in curing scarring and eczema effectively.
9- It also helps in treating osteoarthritis. As it reduces inflammation in the body.
10- It prevents aging signs and sun damage scars too
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Some Benefits of Rosehip Oil for skin and hair include:
1- Rosehip oil for anti aging:
Aging causes the skins collagen fibers to fragment. The essential fatty acids in rosehip oil helps in regeneration and maintenance of skin elastin fibers and collagen. This makes the skin juvenile and firm again. The fatty acids also help in slowing down the further process or degeneration and preventing premature aging signs. The anti-inflammatory properties and neutral pH balance of rosehip oil helps in protecting our skin from bacteria and oxidizing agents.
2- Rosehip oil for prevention of sun spots:
The UV radiations from sun discolors our skin and causes spots more like premature aging spots. The antioxidants in rosehip oil combats free radicles thus preventing the discoloration. Also Vitamin C present in rosehip oil helps in maintaining collagen levels thus deeply hydrating and moisturizing the skin. It helps in improving skin tone, texture and pigmentation and also removing redness and irritation caused by dry itchy spells.
3- Rosehip oil for preventing dry dull hair:
Rosehip oil nourishes our hair as the Vitamins and essential fatty acids provide extra nourishment to scalp and hair. The tender brittle spells also get reduced as it helps hair follicles to regain its firmness and bring back hair strength and radiance. Just a little dab and massage with rosehip oil makes for wonderfully bouncy and healthy hair.
4- It prevents dandruff and scalp deformities:
Simply wonderful effects of rosehip oil makes it extremely useful for preventing dandruff and also sweaty patches on hair.
5- Rosehip oil helps in nourishing nails:
The vitamins and essential fatty acids in addition to its healing properties make rosehip oil an ideal pick for treating your nail brittleness. They make nails strong and hydrated, also prevent nail deformity by supplying essential nutrients for nail growth.
6- Rosehip oil for eczema and scar treatment:
The anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidizing properties in addition to vitamins and fatty acids make rosehip oil great for skin regeneration. Thus it helps in treating scars from acne and spots. It also prevents and treat eczema, it improves skin flexibility and permeability, making the skin rich and adopt self-healing properties.
7- Medicinal and healing properties of rosehip oil:
Rosehip oil boosts the immune system and prevent and heals osteoarthritis. Vitamin C present in rosehip oil helps in curing a large number of ailments in our body. Anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidizing properties help in reducing free radicles and help aid health and beauty.
How to use rosehip oil and some precautions:
1- Rosehip oil has extremely short shelf life. Pure Vitamin E maybe added to improve the shelf life of rosehip oil, thus enriching its nutritive value.
2- It is a dry oil, which can be directly applied on face and body using gentle finger dabs, and circular motions. Twice a day application is needed for immediate care and cure. It is not a sunscreen and it must not be applied on active acne. Though it prevents sun spots and acne scars but its does not heal them
3- It is expensive and thus you must use cold-pressed rosehip oil for it has more nutrients and greater shelf life
4- Since it is a dry oil it absorbs quickly so must be applied quickly when needed.
5- Do patch test before proceeding for it may cause allergic reactions.
The above compilation on benefits of Rosehip Oil for skin and hair is based on readings and learnings overtime. With the magical benefits it offers, it must be a panacea for skin care and health care. It is recommended to check with your dermatologist for any active scars and acne before proceeding with any of the above.
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