Oil: Rosehip

The transition from a health tonic to a skincare phenomenon began in . Researchers at the University of Santiago in Chile published a landmark study revealing that the oil extracted from these seeds could significantly regenerate skin tissue, minimize scarring, and reduce wrinkles.

Egyptians, Mayans, and Native Americans used the fruit for its healing abilities. ROSEHIP OIL

By the 1990s and early 2000s, the oil moved from South American hospitals (where it was used for burns) to the vanities of the elite. The History of Rosehip Oil in Skincare The transition from a health tonic to a

The story of rosehip oil is a journey from an ancient herbal remedy to a "holy grail" of modern skincare, rooted in the survival needs of wartime and the rugged landscapes of the Andes. 1. Ancient Origins and War-Time Survival By the 1990s and early 2000s, the oil

Long before it was a beauty staple, rosehips—the vibrant red-orange fruit left behind after wild roses bloom—were prized for their medicinal properties.