What is a rose hip? In the case of Russell organics, our rose hip oil comes from the Rosa mosques variety of rose. After the rose has flowered and the petals fall off, the plant will create what is known as a rose hip which contains seeds. The rose hip is harvested and the hip and the seeds are coldpressed. The runoff is rose hip oil. Coldpressed is best as it contains all of the original nutrients. Just like any other product, there are a number of quality levels for rose hip oil. The best rose hip oil, such as the one we sell, are sourced directly from the producer rather than coming from a mixed batch of different supplies as is commonly the case with lower grades of rose hip oil. Our rose hip oil has a deep orangereddish coloration. The scent can best be described as herbal with a faint hint of floral. The oil absorbs rapidly without leaving any oily residue. Rose hip oil has some very beneficial qualities for skin care use. The oil is full of vitamins, essential fatty acids and antioxidants. When applied topically, it protects the skin and increases cellular turnover. This is from its vitamin e, vitamin c, vitamin d and bcarotene. Now the good stuff. The benefits from using rose hip oil are numerous: antiaging properties the rich complex of antioxidants and the ability of the oil to deeply penetrate strengthens the ability of the skin to produce vibrant and nourished skin. Additionally, vitamins a and c stimulate collagen production. Helps with age spots the antioxidants scavenge free radicals that cause sun damage. Vitamin a and the essential fatty acids can help improve skin tone. Helps with acne scarring over time, the continued use of rose hip oil can reduce the effects and signs of eczema and reduce scarring by promoting skin regeneration. For those wanting to avoid toxic chemicals, rose hip oil presents an allnatural way to minimize wrinkles and fine lines. Too much sun exposure can decrease collagen in the skin.