Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil

Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil at a Glance

• A lightweight, plant-derived oil also known as raspberry seed oil
• Best known for emollient and antioxidant properties
• Prevents water loss to help boost skin hydration
• Cannot provide adequate protection from UV rays when used alone

Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil Description

(raspberry) seed oil is a plant-derived emollient ingredient that offers many antioxidant-based benefits for skin. Unlike other emollient plant oils, this seed oil has a lightweight texture.

seed oil is rich in fatty acids, including linoleic and oleic acids. Fatty acids primarily work as emollients, preventing water loss and improving hydration; however, they also have skin-soothing and barrier-restorative properties; for example, linoleic acid is required for skin to make its own ceramides, which comprise 50% of its barrier.

This seed oil also contains a multitude of antioxidant compounds like vitamin E and vitamin A, which helps protect skin from pro-aging external aggressors and helps reduce the appearance of signs of aging (wrinkles, sun damage, fine lines).

seed oil had a measly SPF of 2.6 in vivo.

seed oil alone isn’t an adequate source of UV protection nor is it an FDA approved sunscreen filter. Using this ingredient alone or in DIY sunscreen mixtures will not provide nearly enough protection. Seek out approved sunscreen filters, like titanium dioxide and avobenzone, for appropriate UV ray protection.

seed oil presents as a yellow liquid. In cosmetics, this ingredient is commonly used at concentration levels between 0.1% and 5.0%.

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel has deemed this ingredient as safe.

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