The Benefits of Raspberry Seed Oil

This highly potent oil can boost skin in a number of ways ’ it’s anti-inflammatory so it can help issues such as rashes and itchy inflamed skin, has a high antioxidant content, which may help rejuvenate damaged skin, improve elasticity, smooth wrinkles and fine lines, as well as being highly effective at moisturising the skin! Studies have found that this power-packed oil is said to be more effective than other well-known oils such as virgin avocado oil, grape-seed oil, hazelnut oil, and wheat germ oil.



Some studies have found red raspberry seed oil to show some absorption of UV-B and UV-C ranges with potential for use as a broad spectrum UV protectant ’ so in SPF it can provide added benefits.

Here are some ways you can treat your skin to this lesser known but superior oil:

Edible Beauty No.4+ Tinted Vanilla Silk Hydrating Lotion

Anti-ageing ingredients such as Hibiscus Sabdariffa, Red Raspberry and Black Raspberry are formulated into this lightweight tinted moisturiser. You’ll get buildable colour and hydration without any greasiness.

Hurraw Sun Protection Balm SPF15

In this bestselling vegan lip balm (one of few with SPF included), Red Raspberry Seed Oil acts as a nourishing anti-inflammatory that helps absorbs the sun’s rays. It has also got Sea Buckthorn Oil and Carotenes ideal for damaged lips and juicy Tangerine, Roman Chamomile and a hint of Vanilla are nourishing and calming.

La Mav Omega-3 Advanced Nightly Repair Crème

This oil-rich skin booster blends Omega-3 Fatty Acids from Chia Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Shea Butter and Avocado Oil to work while you’re sleeping and may help promote a smooth, plump complexion. It’s also formulated with natural Hyaluronic Acid which has been shown to have a direct correlation to increases in skin moisture.

Skin Juice Superfood Face Oil

This super-concentrated yet light face oil has been crafted from an impressive mix of superfood plant and fruit oils to be used at night in place of a night cream. It minimise the appearance of wrinkles, lines, redness and environmental damage, giving the skin a more supple, radient appearance. Quickly absorbed into the skin, this oil contains Pomegranate Seed and Red Raspberry Seed Oils that provide antioxidant-rich protection from free-radical damage. Other ingredients include Sunflower Seed, Camellia and Prickly Pear Seed Oils to deeply nourish the skin, essential fatty acids from Kiwi Fruit, Blueberry and Chia Seed Oils to support plumpness and firmness, Omega 7-rich Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil to help soothe the skin and Tumeric Oil to assist in reducing redness and calm inflammation. Suitable for all types of skin, it is especially beneficial for skin that is dry and/or showing signs of ageing.

Pollen Botanicals Super Seed Serum

Help fight the signs of ageing with this antioxidant, vitamin and essential fatty acid rich serum. Key ingredients are sourced from the seeds of plants best known to nourish the skin. Oils of Chia Seed, Rosehip, Pomegranate and Raspberry, have been extracted at low temperatures, are up to 45 times more concentrated than regular oils, and provide levels of essential fatty acids Omega 3, 6 & 9 at levels of 80%, along with vitamins A, C and E. These fantastic natural ingredients may help reduce dryness and fine lines, rejuvenate damaged skin and they can also act as an anti-inflammatory to upset skin.

Source & References: Researchgate.net.