RASPBERRY SEED OIL

DESCRIPTION OF RASPBERRY SEED OIL

Raspberry Oil is extracted from the seeds of Rubus Idaeus though Cold Pressing method. It belongs to the Rosaceae family of plantae kingdom. This variety of Raspberry is native to Europe and Northern Asia, where it is commonly cultivated in temperate regions. Raspberry is a scarlet little fruit, that is eaten raw. It is mainly grown for this fruit that is rich in antioxidants and Vitamins. There are many flavoured drinks, juices, flavoured liquors available in the market today.

Unrefined Raspberry seed Oil is a rich source of Vitamins and Antioxidants, just like its source fruit. It has some remarkable healing and pro-ageing benefits for skin. Hence, it is added to skin care products and anti-ageing treatments to improve skin quality. It is also added to cosmetic products like lotions, creams, gels, body washes, for its fruity smell and luxurious feel. It is mainly added products with target audience of mature skin type. Because of its quick absorbing nature and slight finish, it is used for hair care and making products for hair as well.

Raspberry Oil is mild in nature and suitable for all skin types. Although useful alone, it is mostly added to skin care products and cosmetic product like: Creams, Lotions/Body Lotions, Anti-ageing Oils, Anti-acne gels, Body Scrubs, Face washes, Lip Balm, Facial wipes, Hair care products, etc.

BENEFITS OF RASPBERRY SEED OIL  

Moisturizes skin: With abundance of Essential fatty acids such as Oleic and Linoleic acid that can hydrate skin and lock that moisture inside. These Essential fatty acids, are similar to skin’s natural sebum, and that’s why Raspberry seed oil is readily absorbed in the skin. Linoleic acid also prevents trans epidermal water loss that is water lost from the first layers of skin because of environmental factors. This helps skin to retain moisture and hydration and keeps skin nourished all time.

Healthy ageing: Time and environmental factors can be stressing for skin, and cause premature ageing. Using a hydrating oil such as Raspberry seed oil can keep skin prepared for such attacks and promote graceful ageing. Antioxidants and Vitamins present in raspberry seed oil, fights and prevents oxidation caused by free radicals. These free radicals can damage skin cells, weak skin’s barrier and cause darkening of skin. In addition, it also stimulates Collagen production which keeps skin tight, firm and elastic, and prevents wrinkles, fine lines and sagging of skin.

Sun protection: Raspberry oil has been popularly endorsed as a Sunblock, there are certain compounds in this oil, which can absorb the UV rays of sun. It can protect both skin and hair form the Sun damage, which often leads dullness, pigmentation of skin and loss of natural hair care. And by increasing skin’s moisture and hydration, it also strengthens skin natural barrier against sun and other pollutants.

Increased Collagen Production: Collagen is a skin protein that is required for skin elasticity and smoothness, but with time and effects of pollutants, Collagen breaks down and that leads to sagged, dull and lose skin. It is rich in Vitamins A and E, and antioxidants that increases Collagen production in the body and make skin firm. In addition to this, it also promotes regeneration of skin cells and growth of new skin tissues.

Anti-inflammatory: Raspberry oil is a naturally calming oil, with the richness of essential fatty acids. It maintains skin’s natural barrier and prevents depletion of skin. It can sooth down skin inflammation and provide relief to Eczema, Psoriasis and Dermatitis. It hydrates skin and prevents any kind of roughness and dryness that can further these conditions. It also fastens the skin’s healing process and promote regeneration of cells.  

Anti-acne: Raspberry seed oil is similar to composition in skin’s natural sebum and that leads to faster absorption. It does not clog pores and allows skin to breathe, it also breaks down excess sebum accumulated skin. this results in reduced breakouts and acne. Raspberry seed oil, also sooths down irritated skin and itching caused by acne and pimples.

Strong and Shiny hair: Our hair needs multiple compounds for hair growth, appropriate moisture, nourishment, vitamins and minerals. And Raspberry oil can provide all of this to the scalp. Richness of antioxidants and vitamins protects hair against sun and environmental damage. It keeps natural hair color intact and prevent tangles and frizz from happening. With the goodness of Essential fatty acids, it also nourishes scalp and reaches deep into the pores. This leads to stronger and shinier hair.

USES OF ORGANIC RASPBERRY SEED OIL

Skin Care Products: Raspberry Oil is used in making skin care products for various reasons. It can increase hydration in the body, it can reverse the early or premature signs of ageing, it can make skin elastic and smooth, that’s why it is used in making creams, lotions, gels, face washes, etc. It is popularly added to anti-ageing treatments and gels to make skin firm and give it a youthful glow.

Hair conditioner: Raspberry seed oil is a fairly fast absorbing oil, which is why it can be used before or after showers to condition hair. It will hydrate hair follicles and nourishes each and every hair strand. This leads to smoother and shinier looking hair.

Hair care products: although useful alone, it is also added to hair care products like shampoos, conditioners, oils, etc. It makes the products more useful for hair and increases their moisture levels. It is used for making products that are targeted to treat dry and brittle hair.

Infection treatment: Because of its essential fatty acid profile, it is beneficial in treating dry skin conditions such as Dermatitis, Eczema and Psoriasis, etc. It is added to infection treatment for these conditions, as it will calm down inflammation and redness and will also keep skin hydrated.

Cosmetic Products and Soap Making: Raspberry Oil is added to Lotions, bodywashes, body scrubs, gels, shower gels, soaps and other cosmetic items. It has a mild fruity smell and can be used in making fruit scented products. It promotes skin cell regeneration and growth of new cells, and that’s why it is more popular in cosmetic products made for mature skin type.