Have you heard of Red Raspberry seed oil? If not you are in for a pleasant surprise about this plant’s skin benefits.

I love raspberries. I have a nice big patch growing at my house. I always know summer is coming to an end when we go out and pick our raspberries.

It was only recently that I learned about the skin benefits of raspberry seed oil. It doesn’t surprise me that this relative of roses would have such amazing skin benefits. I was reading about natural sun protection oils and learned that red raspberry seed oil could have an SPF as high as 50!

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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.

Often used in cosmetic products for its hydrating, antioxidant and lipid-barrier-forming characteristics, raspberry seed oil makes a lovely addition to facial formulations such as serums, face oils, lotions and creams for dry, dehydrated, sensitive and mature or aging skin types. Raspberry seed oil also serves as a luxurious addition to lip balms and lip products, as it forms an occlusive barrier to prevent moisture loss and protect skin from damaging elements. 

Composition and nutrition

Raspberry seed oil is rich in EFAs (essential fatty acids), primarily linoleic and linolenic acids. It contains very high levels of tocopherols (Vitamin E), which act as antioxidants, and carotenoids (Vitamin A).   

Because of its composition, raspberry seed oil possesses superior anti-inflammatory qualities which makes it a nice addition to face, lip and sunscreen products. 

Sourced and processed

Raspberry seed oil is cold-pressed and obtained from the seeds, and it may come in refined or unrefined forms. The oil can often be sourced locally, depending on your local climate and weather raspberries are locally grown. 

After processing, the oil’s color is anywhere from clear to a strong yellow with a green tint, and the natural scent is often described as earthy, fresh, light and almost cucumber-like. Some may find the natural scent of raspberry seed oil unattractive, so you may choose to use it in dilution rather than as a base ingredient.

Some Health Benefits of Raspberry seed oil

Besides the berry, the seed also has got various health benefits. The seeds are used to extract oil that is loaded with various nutrients and advantages:

Lowers signs of aging

Raspberry oil helps to minimize the oxidation effect that is the cause of aging. It also slows the appearance of wrinkles. Raspberry oil helps to counteract wrinkles. This oil has a high content of antioxidants that eliminates free radicals and makes the collagen of the skin firm and tight.

Skin health

Acne is the skin condition caused due to excess production of sebum as well as dead skin cells that blocks hair follicles of the skin. It supports the bacteria build up and its infections in hair follicles. It leads to blotchy skin, spots and unsightly pimples that could lead to scarring. The oil of raspberry is an aid for acne as it opens up pores and clears the sebum. This oil has a high content of Vitamin A as well as essential fatty acids that possess skin healing properties.

Lowers inflammation

The chronic inflammation causes swelling, pain, and arthritis. This oil can lower inflammation and is used as an ingredient in cosmetic products due to its effective treatment for rashes and eczema. The daily intake of Raspberry seed oil lowers severe inflammatory responses.

Prevent UV damage

Raspberry oil has ellagic acid that helps to absorb UV-C and UV-B rays with SPF 50. It is considered to be an organic sunscreen that is provided by Mother Nature.

Assist healing process

Carotenoids have a vital role in maintaining skin health. It acts as antioxidants that protect the skin cells from UV rays damage and also promotes cell repair. It also possesses various nutrients that assist in the healing process.

Antioxidant activity

This oil has a high content of gamma-tocopherol and alpha-tocopherol. Vitamin E is an effective antioxidant that assists the skin in clearing out free radicals.

Moisturizes skin

Raspberry seed oil helps to moisturize skin and preserves the skin’s moisture by preventing it from loss due to atmosphere. Moreover, the regular use of this oil enhances the moisture level of the skin and is useful for people with chronic dry skin.

Assist to lose weight

Raspberry seed oil has rheosmin which is a ketone that involves in the body metabolism process. It could also accelerate the process by assisting the transition of body to burn fat for energy instead of fat being reserved. When the body is on low carb diet, the body struggles on storing fat.

Hair health

Raspberry seed oil is loaded with vitamin B that is a folic acid required to maintain the healthy hair and skin. Its deficiency could result in loss of hair. The addition of Raspberry oil to the treatment of hair could add shine to the hair and also strengthens it.

Traditional uses

• It lowers the oxidative stress on the skin.
• Due to the presence of anti-inflammatory properties, it prevents the chances of eczema, rash, and other skin problems.
• It calms irritation and swelling caused due to hot conditions.
• To promote oral health, it should be added to toothpaste and prevents the growth of bacteria.
• In order to nourish and moisturize scalp and hair, it should be added to conditioner and shampoo.
• It is used as a facial massage and relaxes the body.
• It helps to treat skin ailments and repair damaged skin.
• It prevents the skin from water loss and also moisturizes skin.
• It improves the elasticity and firmness of the skin.
• It lowers the appearance of fine lines, dark spots, and wrinkles.
• It speeds up regeneration of skin.
• It prevents the skin from sun damage.
• It could be added to the body, baby care, and skincare products.
• It could be used in creams, lip balms, body balms, sun protection creams, and other skincare products.

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Study Conducted On Red Raspberry Seed Oil