Precious rose hip seed oil. This fabulous oil should be a staple in every ones skin care kit. Simply because it has so many benefits. But be warned careful shoppers, this is not the cheapest oil on the market, because extraction is so labour intensive. The oil is hand picked from the hips of the wild rose. The extraction process is complex and involves drying, de-hipping and the removal of irritants, followed by pressing. The rose grows in thick spiny bushes, these bushes are there to protect the delicate flowers and tiny seeds, which are attached to the hair like fronds, this is the basis of itching powder. Extraction is known as winterisation, where heavy waxes are removed by refrigeration. This is an intricate process, which allows for the rose hip seed oil to be more workable and user friendly. It is used in many different face care preparations, for the purpose of cellular regeneration. Anti scarring agent: Research shows the presence of large amounts of linoleic and linolenic fatty acids in rose hip seed oil.
This is why it is one of the most effective oils in treating both hypertrophic and keloid scars, the oil is known to significantly help reduce the look of aged, hardened scars. Anti wrinkle oil: Rose hip seed oil helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, slowing down the skin ageing process. Anti-inflammatory agent: The fact that rose hip seed oil is chock full of linoleic acid and linolenic acid, means its perfect for a sensitised, inflamed skin. Anti Ageing: It is also believed to contain the precursor to vitamin A, known as trans-retinoid acid or tretinoin, which is why it is so good for warding of premature ageing. Burns: Because of the oils natural Vitamin A content, its great for treating skin infections. It is also useful in the treatment of damaged skin tissue caused by scalds, burns, stretch marks and varicose veins, which is due to its ability to encourage skin regeneration. Cellular rejuvenation: Many clinical trials have proved that rose hip seed oil is an exceptional product in the field of tissue regeneration, helping to improve skin texture and discolouration.
Hydrating: The oil is rich in Fatty Acids which help to keep our skins cells healthy. As we age our skin naturally starts to dry and loose water, fatty acids work to keep the skin plump and moist, preventing it from drying out. The first study on rose hip seed oil was carried out in 1983 at the University of Santiago, Chile. Participants used all had different skin conditions from sun damaged skin, premature ageing, burns, acne scarring, eczema, dermatitis and so on. Interestingly what was found, is that rose hip seed oil was shown to have significant noticeable effects in skin regeneration, restoring skin back to it’s youthful glow. Eicosadienoic acid o. 15% Behenic acid 0.2%Docosenoic acid 0.15% E-vitamin – Natural d-alpha Tocopherol; 3% Helichrysum, known for its regenerative ketones Add all of this to your rose hip seed oil base. For those thinking of purchasing the oil, when it comes to the purity and the active nature of the oil you need to be careful, the cold pressed version doesn’t have a long shelf life and can quickly go rancid.
I only use a CO2 Extract that is certified organic, which is obtained by supercritical extraction, where carbon dioxide is used as the solvent. The oil is then further stabilised with rosemary antioxidant, that is also a CO2 extract. One a final note, there are often reports that Rose hip seed oil contains Vitamin C a key repairing ingredient responsible for the production of collagen. However much of the vitamin C in rose hips is destroyed during the drying and refining process and also it declines rapidly during storage.Lemon & Vitamin E Bath and Body Oil Sunny with a chance of happiness. Lovingly nourish your skin with our 100% natural body oil with its blend of energizing Lemon Oil, Vitamin E and Sweet Almond Oil. Perfectly balanced to smooth and soften, our bath oil makes every day a little sunnier! • Energizes with Lemon Oil, Vitamin E and Sweet Almond • Smoothes and softens • All natural baby oil, made for adults Perfect to the Letter E
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You’ll save money over store-bought products. When you make your own skincare products, you will know exactly what’s in them. You can help save the environment by storing your coconut oil products in containers that can be used over and over again. You’re also gonna go bananas over this super-simple “recipe” for homemade coconut oil sugar scrubs. Homemade Coconut Oil Sugar Scrubs 1/4 cup granulated sugar (You can use up to 1/2 cup if you want your scrub to have a more coarse, sand-like texture.) 1/2 cup coconut oil (I use Trader Joe’s organic virgin coconut oil.) Optional>> 1 tablespoon citrus fruit zest (The zest from one piece of fruit.) (I’ve tried grapefruit, lemon, and orange.) Optional>> About 1/2 teaspoon of citrus essential oil (about 50 drops) (I’ve tried certified organic grapefruit, lemon, and orange essential oils.)(Unlike my homemade coconut oil lotions, I do not recommend heating the coconut oil prior to mixing, because hot oil will dissolve the sugar.)
On your face – Omit the citrus and use the basic scrub at the sink or in the shower. Massage in circular motions for 30 seconds. Rinse and pat dry. The oil will absorb immediately. On your hands – Massage into your hands and fingernails for 30 seconds. Rinse and pat dry. On your legs and feet – Massage into your legs and feet while in the bath or sitting on the side of the bathtub. (Never use on your feet in the shower because the coconut oil is slippery and you risk falling.) Pros/Cons of Adding Citrus Pro: Adding any kind of citrus will make your scrub smell great. Pro: Citrus can boost your mood and make you feel energized and refreshed. Con: Citrus can burn your eyes, so it can’t be used on your face. (Perfect for your hands, legs, and feet though!) Con: Citrus can increase your skin’s sensitivity to the to sun, so you’ll want to wear sunscreen after using citrus scrubs. (Coconut oil acts as a natural sunscreen, but I’m not sure if it’s strong enough to cancel out the effects of the citrus.)
Citrus Fruit Zest vs Citrus Essential Oils If you’re new to the world of essential oils, citrus essential oils are all-natural oils extracted right from the fruit peels themselves. Citrus essential oils will give your sugar scrub a longer shelf life than a sugar scrub made with zest. Citrus fruit zest will add a pretty color to your scrub. (Essential oils are colorless.) Plus you can eat the fruit after zesting. Storing Your Coconut Oil Sugar Scrubs Glass Jars – I use these 4.25oz airtight glass jars from Amazon. Plastic Tubs – I use these 9.5oz food storage tubs from Amazon. Plastic Travel Bottles – I use these GoToob travel bottles from Amazon. How cool are these GoToobs?! They’re BPA-free, easy to fill and clean (dishwasher-safe), and no-drip. In person, they feel more like rubber than plastic. My 3-pack is filled with homemade coconut oil sugar scrubs for my shower, bathroom sink, and kitchen sink. Have I convinced you to try making coconut oil sugar scrubs?