Rosa Canina Fruit Extract

INCI: ROSA CANINA FRUIT EXTRACT
Type: Antioxidant, astringent, skin conditioning
Origin: Derived from the fruit (hips) of the dog rose (Rosa canina), a wild rose species native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The extract is obtained via eco-friendly extraction methods (typically water or glycol-based) to capture the fruit’s rich profile of bioactive compounds.

What it does:

Rosa Canina Fruit Extract is a nutrient-dense botanical active prized for its high concentration of antioxidant vitamins and skin-supporting phytonutrients. Primary functions:

1. Potent antioxidant protection: Exceptionally rich in vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and carotenoids (including lycopene and beta-carotene), it helps neutralize free radicals generated by UV exposure and pollution, protecting skin lipids and DNA from oxidative damage.
2. Gentle astringent: Contains natural tannins that provide mild, balancing astringent properties, helping to refine the appearance of pores and gently tone the skin without stripping or drying.
3. Skin brightening and even tone: The natural vitamin C content supports a more radiant, even-toned complexion by helping to inhibit melanin overproduction and fade the appearance of dark spots.
4. Skin conditioning: Provides mild humectant and nourishing benefits, contributing to overall skin softness and suppleness.

Why we use it:

We include Rosa Canina Fruit Extract in our overnight repair cream as a strategic overnight antioxidant. While bakuchiol works to support collagen and cellular renewal, and our ceramide complex repairs the barrier, Rosa Canina delivers a complementary suite of bioactives that help neutralize residual oxidative stress and support the skin’s natural nighttime repair processes.