How to get more out of rosehip

Having been a buzzword in skin care for many years now, you’re probably already aware of the skin care benefits of rosehip oil. While its hydrating and nourishing properties are what make it a must-have skin care ingredient, there’s far more to the humble rosehip than you might have thought.
But although it’s a widely known and loved ingredient, the rosehip itself is still a bit of a mystery for some people. “Contrary to what the name suggests, it doesn’t smell like roses, which can surprise new customers,” says Corinne Morley, Trilogy skin care expert. “Instead it has a subtle earthy smell. The plant grows wild in several rugged mountainous regions around the world, including Chile and Lesotho.”
Surprised? We speak to Corinne to find out more about this nutrient-rich plant and discover the best ways to use rosehip oil in your skin care routine.
The hidden benefits of rosehip
You might be all over the goodness of rosehip oil, but that’s not the only part of the plant that packs a punch: Trilogy has started incorporating rosehip seed powder into its new Exfoliating Body Balm. After cold-pressing the oil out of the seed, instead of throwing away the remaining solids, known in the trade as ‘seedcake’, it’s ground into powder that acts as an exfoliant. And if you’ve been looking for a sustainable alternative to the microbeads that are in some exfoliants, this could be your answer.
“The natural exfoliant is finely-ground rosehip seed powder – an innovative, biodegradable and ocean-safe alternative to plastic microbeads. The powder is ground from the solids, which remain after seeds are cold-pressed to release their oil, making good use of a by-product and thereby reducing waste,” says Corinne.
Along with being an environmentally friendly natural body exfoliant, the Exfoliating Body Balm also contains a rich blend of rosehip oil, sweet almond oil and beeswax to nourish and soften the skin and leave it with a hydrated glow. Add this buffing beauty to your routine once a week on dry areas such as the legs and around the knees and elbows.
Why rosehip oil is so good for your skin
If you need a refresher on exactly why rosehip oil is so good for the skin, Corinne points out that one big benefit is that it’s rich in nourishing fatty acids. “Rosehip oil is super-rich in essential fatty acids (omegas-3 and -6) and fatty acid (omega-9), making it intensely nourishing, hydrating and great for helping repair and rejuvenate skin,” says Corinne. These fatty acids make rosehip oil the perfect treatment for addressing dehydration, lines and scars. “Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil is proven to be highly effective at treating scars, stretch marks, fine lines, wrinkles and dry and dehydrated skin.”
Your body can benefit, too
Given the incredible benefits that rosehip oil can give the skin on your face, it makes sense that these same benefits can be given to the skin on the rest of your body, too. Trilogy’s Pure Plant Body Oil uses rosehip oil to help give nourishment and hydration back to parched skin from top to toe. “It’s a simple but effective blend of rosehip oil to repair and hydrate, sweet almond oil to stabilise the natural pH of the skin and apricot oil to soothe inflammation. It helps to improve stretch marks and scarring and leaves the skin soft and nourished,” explains Corinne.
It’s ideal for use throughout pregnancy as well as for the whole family, and it’s fragrance-free so it won’t fight with your favourite perfume or irritate sensitive skin. Corinne suggests using it daily or whenever your skin needs some extra TLC.
More uses for rosehip
With rosehip oil being such a great multiuse product, Corinne suggests popping it on your cuticles and the dry ends of your hair for added hydration. “Rosehip oil is a great beauty multitasker, you can use it for so many different things. It helps soften and smooth ragged cuticles, nourishes dry skin and improves scars on hard-working hands. It’s great for maintaining a healthy scalp, which is why it’s a key ingredient in our haircare range. You can use it to tame fly aways and condition dry ends.”
Rosehip can also be used to nourish you from the inside out, as it’s a natural source of vitamin C. According to Corinne, “I’ve heard of rosehips being used to make things like jams, syrups and infusions.” They can also be brewed to make tea, or dried and added to sauces, soups and seasonings.
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94 Member Comments
It's interesting re-reading up on all these rosehip oil articles. I've noticed they can vary in quality between brands. I have some real one's in the garden!! ; )
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I love rosehip oil too. However i find the trilogy brand too thick in consistency, so i like the esanno brand better.
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Great article! I adore Trilogy products, they are gentle and very effective.
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Good to know.
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I can not use RHO pure, but if it is blended in small amount with some other oils, it is ok. Love rosehip berries though, I use to eat them in winter when they stay on the bare bush branches while everything is covered n snow. They freeze than thaw, turning into 'jam'. so yummo! But the seed hair..oh, not nice hahah
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So amazing for the skin, rose hip really hydrates. Makes sense with the right pH levels, and a combination of the EFA's.
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I have been using this most nights before bed for the last 12 months.
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I knew it was great for moisture but wow! Amazing
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I have extensive stretch marks after gaining weight from medications. I don't want to pay 150$ for stretch mark cream so this a healthier and more cost effective choice
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I do not know if rosehip oil gives me acnes or not. I do notice my skin glows and reacts well to it on nights that i apply, and some of my scars seem to get lighter after several more use.
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When I was a kid growing up my favourite tea was rosehip and hibiscus! I now use the oil on my face but I have not thought about using it on my hair but it makes sense.
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i have a rosehip night cream I use and i swear by it. my skin feel so good
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I love it on my face! Keeps it hydrated and keeps me sane!
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I love rosehip oil! These new products are now on my wishlist.
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Me too! I haven't used it on my body before.
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I've never tried it on my body before either! Will give it a go!!
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It is a bit expensive to keep using it over your body though...
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Love Rosehip oil! I apply it every night to my face after I moisturise. I for some reason didn't think I could use it for my skin because I already have oily skin but I'm so glad I do now.
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That's so great to learn! I keep getting told my skin is oily and I need a light moisturiser but I'm flaky without using something moisturising!
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Absolutely love rosehip oil! I've noticed a visible difference to my skin, especially on my face. Would love to try out some more Trilogy products
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Me too! I've used some of Triology's other products but not these
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I absolutely love RHO. It's great for everything
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Getting original rosehip oil is bit difficult,.. I see so many brands, but not sure which one to trust,..
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I think as long as they don't add other things it's ok. Check the ingredients list
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Trilogy’s Pure Plant Body Oil and Exfoliating Body Balm are now on my wish list! I already use rosehip oil.
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