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Ingredient Overview: Red Raspberry Seed Oil

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Raspberry Seed Oil is a skincare superhero, gently delivering beauty benefits. See how Raspberry Seed Oil can help your skin and see some of our favorite products using Raspberry Seed Oil in their formulations.

Red Raspberry Seed Oil packs powerful beauty benefits such as collagen production AND collagen conservation

 

Why Red Raspberry Seed Oil Is Special

Red Raspberry Seed Oil moisturizes the skin, builds collagen, improves elasticity, and reduces wrinkles and fine lines.

And Red Raspberry Seed Oil is gentle yet effective in addressing many skin issues associated with acne and aging. Got adult acne *and* wrinkles? Raspberry Seed Oil to the rescue!

 

 

Red Raspberry Seed Oil helps build collagen and reduces the destruction of collagen in the skin.

 

 

BONUS:  Red Raspberry Oil has far less scent than the olfactory wallop of Rosehip Seed Oil yet has many similar benefits.

Here are some of them:

Raspberry Seed Oil Fast Facts

 

  1. Raspberry Seed Oil is rich in Ellagic acid to reduce the destruction of collagen and protect against Ultraviolet sun damage. [1] Ellagic acid is also a moisture sealant.
  2. Raspberry Seed Oil contains collagen-building and adult acne-treating Salicylic Acid.
  3. Raspberry seed Oil also contains a high amount of Omega-6 and Omega-3 essential fatty acids.
  4. Raspberry Seed Oil contains phytosterols that promote new collagen production.
  5. Red Raspberry oil has a high Vitamin E content. Vitamin E reduces skin damage and removes free radicals contributing to skin aging.


Favorite Products With Raspberry Seed Oil 

EarthWise Ruby Face Oil

Earth Wise Ruby Oil absorbs immediately. Only a small amount is needed, just a few drops.

It is a deep golden hue. A substantial oil out of the dropper so that it doesn’t run, but is not heavy, sticky, or tacky on the skin. No residue.

Ruby Face Oil is a lovely translucent warm gold. It dispenses from a precise bubble dropper.

Ruby Face Oil is a lovely translucent warm gold. It dispenses from a precise bubble dropper.

 

We love using it as an orbital skin treat and for gentle scar repair. An outstanding organic formulation for sensitive skin with multiple needs.

We love that Earth Wise uses organic, wildcrafted, cold-pressed oils and butters whenever possible

 

Such as lovely golden hue! 

 

We loved all the organic goodness is in this formula.

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Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil contains collagen-building Red Raspberry Seed Oil, rich in ellagic acid.

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil contains collagen-building Red Raspberry Seed Oil, rich in ellagic acid.

 

This golden, silky, dry oil combines three power oils (Tamanu, Kukui, Raspberry) for stellar skin results. One of those oils is Red Raspberry Seed Oil.

Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil spreads well. It leaves skin with a non-sticky, non-greasy glow. It seals in skincare products without pilling.

Just a few drops cover the face, throat, and upper décolletage.

 

Kat Burki power trio radiance oil contains raspberry seed oil

 

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Find out more about Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil, read our Raspberries to the Rescue: Kat Burki Power Trio Radiance Oil

 

 

Dr. Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr. Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum is part of the apothecary collection. It simultaneously brightens and hydrates because of the synergy between the natural ingredients of the raspberry seed oil and pomegranate.

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr. Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

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Find out more about Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum 

 

Ingredient Overviews

Was this Red Raspberry Seed Oil Ingredient Overview helpful? Then you may like other Ingredients Overviews such as Black Cumin Seed Oil , Watercress, and Mango Seed Butter.

Love natural collagen-enhancing skincare?  You may also enjoy our Science of Skincare series exploring the Benefits of Rosehip Seed Oil.

 

Find more natural ingredients in the Style Chicks Defining Beauty Glossary. The Defining Beauty Glossary contains many helpful hair and skin care ingredients.

And stay tuned for more Style Chicks Ingredient Overviews!

 

References

  1. Bae JY, Choi JS, Kang SW, Lee YJ, Park J, Kang YH. Dietary compound ellagic acid alleviates skin wrinkle and inflammation induced by UV-B irradiation. Exp Dermatol. 2010;19(8):e182-e190. doi:10.1111/j.1600-0625.2009.01044.x

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Beauty Benefits of Green Tea

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Green Tea is consumed as a beverage for health and beauty benefits. But it also works wonders when applied topically. An ingredient in many skin and hair products, this anti-aging superstar offers a host of beauty benefits.
Flowering Camellia Sinensis

Flowering Camellia Sinensis, the plant that makes tea leaves

Green Tea Skin Benefits

Green Tea feeds and moisturizes the skin, calms irritation, and is an excellent antioxidant. Topical Green Tea application can calm the irritation that aggressive topicals such as Retinol cause.

Green Tea on a compress or cotton pad can soothe inflammation from sunburn or angry cystic acne.

Drinking green tea has anti-aging benefits from polyphenols. It can reduce sun damage, decrease collagen breakdown and increase cell regeneration.

Green tea contains polyphenols that soothe skin while providing antioxidants. Polyphenols may improve sun-damaged skin. [1]

High in Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), Green Tea is a major player in skin health and appearance. EGCG is the potent antioxidant from green tea. It protects against environmental damage and neutralizes free radicals that prematurely age skin. Research shows EGCG reactivates dying skin cells.  This shows promise for repairing sun damage and scar healing.  [2]

Hair Benefits

Topical application of Green Tea reduces hair fall. Dermato-trichologists use green tea as an excellent scalp massage as it nourishes the scalp, soothes inflammation and dandruff. The Polyphenols in green tea are good for hair roots and follicles, promoting hair regrowth. [3]

Green Tea removes DHT from the scalp. DHT is a hormone that accumulates on the scalp and chokes out hair follicles, shrinking them until they no longer grow new hair. Green Tea can remove DHT from the scalp.

Choose a quality whole leaf tea to brew your own green tea for DIY beauty benefits, or choose from some of our favorite products that incorporate green tea in their ingredients.

Brew green tea for 2 hours and allow to cool. Pour into a squirt bottle to use as a 5 minute treatment on your hair and scalp in the shower.

Choosing Green Tea

Superior results come from full leaf tea that is fresh.  Choose full leaf loose tea whenever possible, not the dust found in tea bags.

  • Adagio teas has loose leaf teas that are fresh and do not contain preservatives. Choose one without added sugars.
  • Local health stores may also have bulk loose leaf tea.

DIY Green Tea Treatment Ideas

  • Use brewed and cooled green tea as a soothing and nourishing face wash.
  • Rub your face with green tea ice cubes for a refreshing morning pick me up that makes skin glow.
  • Soak a muslin cloth in green tea and place in a Ziploc baggie in the refrigerator. Use as a cooling facial compress over a moisturizer or mask.
  • Add brewed green tea to bathwater or a foot soak.
  • Rinse washed hair with green tea for shine. Focus on a gentle scalp massage to remove DHT.

Recommended Beauty Products Featuring Green Tea

Some products we use that feature green tea in their ingredients include:

Haruharu Wonder Honey Green Brilliant Cream

Haruharu Wonder Honey Green Brilliant Cream is a lightweight gel like cream that absorbs quickly with no tacky dry down.  It is lightweight enough for day use but packs the ingredients of a decadent treating night cream, including several synergistic fermented ingredients, such as fermented green and white teas, that promote collagen synthesis.

Haruharu Wonder Honey Green Brilliant Cream

Haruharu Wonder Honey Green Brilliant Cream

ROIL LIFE SHAMPOO

Developed by celebrity hair stylist Amanda George, the ROIL Private Collection range features green tea in products such as their Roil Shine Shampoo and Roil Body Lotion.

ROIL Shine Shampoo has a decant lather and leaves hair clean yet hydrated. The Green Tea pairs well with Indian Gooseberry and Rosehip Oils.

 

BeautyStat

BeautyStat Universal C Refiner combines green tea’s EGCG with a stable Vitamin C for strong anti-aging protection. The green tea makes an excellent buffer so skin can tolerate the vitamin C.

 

 

 

emerginC Eye Serum

EMERGINC Scientific Organics Eyelight Serum combines green tea with Komucha, White Tea, Grape Stem Cells, Seaweed Extract and Yerba Mate.  It depuffs eyes while treating signs of aging.

 

References

  1. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2015, pages 456-463
  2. Journal of Pharmacol Exp Ther 2003 306: 29-34
  3. Journal of Leukoc Biol. 2001; 69:719-726

Ingredient Overview: Mango for Skincare

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Mango and Mango Seed Butter is an ingredient that contains natural skin-enhancing nutrients, including copper for collagen and elastin production. Read about this skincare beauty superhero and find some of our favorite products that contain skin-loving Mango Seed Butter

Mango

Mango for Skincare

Mangifera Indica is Mango. Mango Seed Butter provides a long-lasting emollient. Rich in fatty acids, it is perfect to keep skin hydrated and dewy overnight.

Copper

Mango is high in copper. Copper builds Collagen, Elastin and increases Hyaluronic Acid production within the skin. While we focus a great deal on copper, elastin is what gives skin its’ youthful bounce.

Copper is rare within skincare products because copper extraction is costly. Copper is found in boutique brands such as Osmotics. Mango extract and Mango Seed Butter provide the benefits of copper at a generally more accessible price point.

Copper peptides promote collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production within the skin. All three are vital for skin firmness, but all three of these components decrease with age. Few skin products build Elastin like copper. Elastin is a necessary part of younger, resilient skin with less sagging. Elastin gives skin its’ youthful springy and bouncy quality.

Copper peptides also remove damaged collagen. [1]

For best results, Copper should be paired with supporting ingredients. These include Peptides, Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and retinoids. [2]

Vitamin-Rich

Mango Seed Butter also contains Vitamins C, A, E, K, and B6. These refine the skin and fade discoloration, while protecting against environmental stressors.

  • Vitamin C to reduce fine lines, quell acne, and reverse photodamage
  • Vitamin A to refine the skin texture
  • Vitamin E to soften the skin
  • Vitamin K to reduce redness
  • Vitamin B6 to strength the skin

Omega Fatty Acids

Mango is rich in oleic acid, better known as Omega-9 acid. It provides long-lasting moisture.

Featured Products With Mango

We’ve featured several Mango and Mango Seed Butter beauty and skincare products. Here are some of our favorites:

Cosmetics

Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe Cream-to-Glow

Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe Cream-to-Glow is a buildable blush and contour containing mango and probiotics for healthier skin. Not bad for a easy to use makeup duo! The color is buildable and not at all too orange or fake spray tan color.

Caley Cosmetics Color Wave Natural lipstick

Caley Color Wave Natural Lipsticks deliver skincare serum quality ingredients and vibrant color payout with a smooth finish. It has an exceptionally smooth application, even on very chapped, dry lips.

Mango keeps lips hydrated while Copper promotes collagen and elastin to keep lipskin smooth and plump.

Celebrate National Lipstick Day with Caley Cosmetics Color Wave Natural Lipstick

 

Pinch Of Color Lipstick

Pinch of Colour Matte Velvet Waterless Lip Colour has long-lasting coverage and a rich dimension to it’s a glam finish. Plus it is packed with lip-loving hydrating ingredients such as Jojoba, Mango Seed, and Rosehip oils.

Notably, Pinch of Colour Matte Velvet Waterless Lip Colour is vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free. It is also Water-free. Waterless beauty is not only socially conscious, but it makes for a higher quality end product.

National Lipstick Day Picks Pinch of Colour Matte Velvet Waterless Lip Colour

Skincare

GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel

Wake up with glowing skin with this Overnight Glow Peel. This once a week treat is chock full of skin-friendly ingredients including mango. The peeling is gentle without irritation.

GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel

Le Vesque CBD Skincare

Aging, Dry & Damaged Skin Salvation Le Vesque CBD Luxe Skin Cream

 

Haircare

Strawberry Leopard

Hair dye can be so drying to the hair, especially in bright and pastel colors like blue, pink, and purple. Strawberry Leopard is a demi-vegan formulation that is gentle to the hair because it contains ingredients like Mango Seed Extract to keep hair soft despite bleaching and coloring.

Strawberry Leopard Vegan Demi-Permanent in Loyal Blue

Strawberry Leopard Vegan Demi-Permanent in Loyal Blue

Strawberry Leopard Haircolor

References

  1. Pickart L, Vasquez-Soltero JM, Margolina A. GHK Peptide as a Natural Modulator of Multiple Cellular Pathways in Skin Regeneration. Biomed Res Int. 2015;2015:648108. doi:10.1155/2015/648108
  2. A.A, Abdulghani & A, Sherr & S, Shirin & G, Solodkina & Morales Tapia, E & B, Wolf & A.B, Gottlieb. (1998). Effects of topical creams containing vitamin C, a copper-binding peptide cream and melatonin compared with tretinoin on the ultrastructure of normal skin – A pilot clinical, histologic, and ultrastructural study. Disease Management and Clinical Outcomes. 1. 136-141. 10.1016/S1088-3371(98)00011-4.

The Science of Skincare: Rosehip Seed Oil

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Rosehip Seed Oil is an ingredient we may take for granted, but rosehip oil gets things done. Organic rosehip oil is a beauty superhero. We’ve recently featured it in shampoos, skin, and body treatments. Let’s examine the research on this beauty powerhouse. Plus, see some of our favorite products that use Rosehip Seed Oil.

What is Rosehip Seed Oil?

Rosehip Seed Oil is also known as Rosa Canina Seed Oil.  It comes from the fruit and seeds of the rosa canina rose bush. The fruit and seeds are packed with nutrients.

Rosehip Seed Oil is both a treating and a hydrating ingredient. It offers the benefits of Vitamin C and Retinol serums (Vitamin A). It refines texture and lightens dark spots but without the skin irritation associated with the aforementioned actives.

When unrefined, Rosehip Oil retains more of the benefits. It also carries a heavy scent. Refined Rosehip oil has far less scent but fewer benefits. Cold-pressed Rosehip oil retains maximum benefits.

 

Rosehip Research RoundUp: What Rosehip Oil Does

Rich in nutrients and vitamins, Rosehip Seed Oil addresses multiple skin concerns at once.

Wild Rosehip Oil is high in Vitamins A, C, and E. They provide nutrients, fade acne scars and promote cell turnover.

 

Reduce Wrinkles, Keep Skin Hydrated

Rose Hip oil retains moisture in the skin cells. Vitamins E and C work synergistically to keep skin hydrated during rejuvenation. This hydration reduces wrinkles and improves skin elasticity. [1]

Skin That Glows, Dry Skin Relief

Rosehip oil has omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 makes skin glow, as well as soothe and moisturize eczema or dry skin. [2] It is also useful to soothe the skin from any irritation. I find it works well on acne scars and rougher skin areas.

Cold Pressed Rosehip Oil retains linoleic acid. Linoleic acid (Vitamin F) is an omega-6 fatty acid with skin barrier-strengthening, healing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties.  It is the predominant fat in skin cells. This forms a lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps skin at optimal hydration levels.

Collagen Enhancing

Rosehip oil is collagen enhancing and preserving. It contains Vitamins A and C for collagen production.

Rosehip has one hundred times more C than an orange. Studies show topical Vitamin C application creates meaningful anti-aging change within Rosehips contain vitamin C60 days. Improvements were seen in all ages groups and were notable for improvement to the thickness of the epidermis and dermis. [3] Rosehip oil delivers potent Vitamin C without the irritation found in many topical Cs.

Rosehip oil also inhibits MMP-1, an enzyme that breaks down collagen within the body. [4]

Antioxidant

Rosehip Oil contains powerful antioxidants to remove toxins and improve skin texture. Visible results can be seen especially quickly on sun-damaged skin.

Redness, Rosacea & Skin Tone

Rosehip oil has retinoic acid. This clears red marks, uneven skin tone and even helps rosacea.

Hair & Scalp Health

Healthy scalps grow healthy hair, Rosehip oil balances oil production for clearer scalp skin. Vitamin E keeps brittle hair hydrated. Rosehip oil combined with a carrier oil makes for a wonderful scalp massage.

 

Favorite Products With Rosehip Seed Oil

We have featured several skin and hair care products that use Rosehip Seed Oil.  Check out some of our favorites in the article “SCIENCE OF SKINCARE: FAVORITE PRODUCTS FEATURING ROSEHIP SEED OIL”

Earth Wise Ruby Face Oil Golden Oil

Earth Wise Ruby Face Oil Golden Oil contains Rosehip Seed Oil

  

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about Rosehip Oil? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Know a rosehip seed oil product that should be on this list? Tell us!

Leave a comment or email us at [email protected]

References

  1. Phetcharat, L et al. “The effectiveness of a standardized rose hip powder, containing seeds and shells of Rosa canina, on cell longevity, skin wrinkles, moisture, and elasticity.” Clinical interventions in aging vol. 10 1849-56. 19 Nov. 2015, doi:10.2147/CIA.S90092
  2. Grajzer, Magdalena, et al. “Characteristics of rose hip (Rosa canina L.) cold-pressed oil and its oxidative stability studied by the differential scanning calorimetry method.”  Food Chemistry 188 (2015): 459-466.
  3. Crisan D, Roman I, Crisan M, Scharffetter-Kochanek K, Badea R. “The role of vitamin C in pushing back the boundaries of skin aging: an ultrasonographic approach. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2015;8:463″ 470. Published 2015 Sep 2. doi:10.2147/CCID.S84903
  4. Phetcharat, The effectiveness, Clinical

 

About Bakuchiol Featuring Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt

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We previously featured Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt, a skin-loving combo of Probiotics and Bakuchiol. Today we look closely at how the Bakuchiol in Tropical Melt gives Retinol results without retinol irritation.

About Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is derived from the leaves and seeds of the babchi plant.

Bakuchiol is a natural retinol alternative. It is plant-based, non-irritating, and clinically proven statistically as effective as retinol. Bakuchiol improves photoaging, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation equally as well as retinol, but Bakuchiol is better tolerated. [1]

It stimulates collagen within the skin, as well as significant improvement in wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, and firmness without the retinol-associated side effects. [2]

Bakuchiol inhibits melanin production on age spots and acne scars [3]. Bakuchiol helps with acne.[4]

Bakuchiol is a plant-based phenol that decreases wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. Studies show that gentle, natural bakuchiol holds its’ own against Retinol.

Retinol looks emollient but dries the skin, whereas bakuchiol hydrates

Retinol looks emollient but dries the skin, whereas bakuchiol hydrates

Bakuchiol Research

“Our study demonstrates that bakuchiol is comparable with retinol in its ability to improve photoaging and is better tolerated than retinol.” [5]

One randomized, double-blind, clinical study compared retinol and bakuchiol. There was no statistical difference between how each decreased wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. But the retinol users reported facial skin scaling and stinging. [6]

A second study confirmed the Retinol-like functionality of bakuchiol. It also documented the stimulation of collagen within the skin. Bakuchiol was used twice a day for 12 weeks. The result was a significant improvement in wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, and firmness without the retinol-associated side effects. [7]

About Tropical Melt

Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt is an excellent multi-tasker to address wrinkles, acne, discoloration, and acne.

Apply this multi-tasking balm to damp skin and use it as a cleanser, makeup remover, mask, or leave-on treatment. We love the retinol results AND how skin still feels so supple, hydrated, and smooth!

Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt

Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt

More from Caley Cosmetics

Here are some of the other Caley Cosmetics skincare and makeup we love:

Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe Natural Eyes Eyeliner

Caley Cosmetics Color Wave Natural Lipstick

References

  1. Dhaliwal, S.; Rybak, I.; Ellis, S.R.; Notay, M.; Trivedi, M.; Burney, W.; Vaughn, A.R.; Nguyen, M.; Reiter, P. (February 2019). “Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing”
  2. British Journal of Dermatology. 180 (2): 289=296. doi:10.1111/bjd.16918. ISSN 0007-0963. PMID 29947134.
  3. Chaudhuri RK, Bojanowski K. Bakuchiol: a retinol-like functional compound revealed by gene expression profiling and clinically proven to have anti-aging effects. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2014 Jun;36(3):221-30. doi: 10.1111/ics.12117. Epub 2014 Mar 6. PMID: 24471735.
  4. Ohno O, Watabe T, Nakamura K, Kawagoshi M, Uotsu N, Chiba T, Yamada M, Yamaguchi K, Yamada K, Miyamoto K, Uemura D. Inhibitory effects of bakuchiol, bavachin, and isobavachalcone isolated from Piper longum on melanin production in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2010;74(7):1504-6. doi: 10.1271/bbb.100221. Epub 2010 Jul 7. PMID: 20622433.
  5. Dhaliwal, S.; Prospective, British Journal of Dermatology, 2019
  6. Ibid
  7. Chaudhuri, Bakuchiol, Int J Cosmet Sci. 2014

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