Raspberry seed oil is a luxurious, sweet and attractive sounding oil, which connotes images of luscious fresh raspberries on a summer day. The botanical or INCI name is Rubus idaeus, and the oil offers moisturizing, occlusive, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits for skin. Furthermore, raspberry seed oil offers anti-aging benefits of improving skin elasticity, suppleness and flexibility, while softening and smoothing the look of wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin.
Uses and benefits
Red raspberry seed oil is often used in cosmetic preparations as an addition to face creams, lotions, balms, serums and oils. Well known for its potent anti-inflammatory benefits, some have found relief from skin issues such as eczema with continued, topical use of the oil, due to its potent essential fatty acid complex which is rich in omegas.
Raspberry seed oil makes a nice addition to sunscreen products, due to its reported sun protection qualities*, along with its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and hydrating benefits. It is also a popular addition to anti-aging products.
According to the Oomah study (2000), raspberry seed oil has the ability to absorb UV light similar to a sunscreen with SPF 28-40. Some people misinterpret this as raspberry seed oil being an effective sunscreen, but in reality this claim has not been tested – the oils never went through strict SPF testing that determines the level of protection from sunlight. That being said, it is very likely that the oil will make a good addition to a natural sunscreen with proper UV filters due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
How to work with raspberry seed oil
Raspberry seed oil is absorbed into skin at a medium-average rate, and is a light, dry, thin and long oil which may leave a slightly oily, silky feel to the skin. Because of this slight oily residue, it is best to use as a dilution in your formula, rather than as a base ingredient.
Raspberry seed oil can sometimes be interchanged with pomegranate oil in formulations, as they are both moisturizing, occlusive, antioxidant agents, offering potent anti-inflammatory and anti-aging qualities. Both oils have similar absorption rates, being light, medium-absorption oils, and work well for dry, dehydrated, sensitive and mature/aging skin types.
The shelf life of raspberry seed oil is approximately two years, and the addition of Vitamin E (as an antioxidant), along with proper storage in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight, may result in prolonged life. Suppliers recommend refrigerating the oil after opening.
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Post time: Apr-19-2025