One Bottle, Countless Uses: Rosehip Oil for the Whole Family

Rosehip oil is a cold-pressed plant oil from the seeds of the wild rose, Rosa canina. Naturally rich in essential fatty acids, it works as a face oil, body oil, cuticle oil, hair-end treatment and massage oil. With just one ingredient and no added fragrance, it’s a simple go-to for dry skin across the whole family.

Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil was where our story started in New Zealand, and it’s still the bottle most people reach for first. Here’s how to get the most out of it, from your own skincare routine to your little one’s dry patches.

Key takeaways

•             Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil contains a single ingredient: organic Rosa canina (rosehip) seed oil, certified organic by BioGro.

•             It has no added fragrance, essential oils or retinol.

•             Two drops is enough for the face. Use a few more for body, hair ends or cuticles.

•             It can be used on babies from 3 months, children and adults, on dry, intact skin.

•             Never apply it to open wounds or broken skin. Wait until a graze or scar has fully healed.

•             Patch test before first use, especially on children and babies.

•             If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, check any new skincare with your midwife or GP.

What makes rosehip oil so versatile?

Rosehip seed oil is naturally rich in essential fatty acids, including linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3), plus natural antioxidants. These help skin hold on to moisture and feel soft, smooth and comfortable.

Because it’s a lightweight dry oil, it sinks in quickly rather than sitting on the surface. That makes it easy to use on faces, bodies, hands and hair alike, so one bottle can do the job of several.

Our rosehip oil is cold-pressed, which means the oil is extracted without heat or chemical solvents. It’s 100% natural origin, BioGro certified organic and vegan friendly.

How can mums use rosehip oil?

As a daily face oil. Massage two drops into clean skin morning and night, then follow with your moisturiser. It adds lightweight nourishment and a healthy-looking glow without feeling greasy.

On dry body skin. Smooth a few drops over dry elbows, knees, heels and shins after a shower, while skin is still slightly damp.

On scars and stretch marks. Massaged in daily, rosehip oil keeps skin moisturised and supple and can help improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and uneven skin texture over time. If you’ve had a caesarean, wait until the scar has fully healed and your midwife or GP is happy before applying anything to it.

On cuticles and nails. Rub a drop into each cuticle before bed to soften dry, ragged edges, a small treat for hands that are washed a lot.

As a foundation mixer or overnight mask. Add two drops to your foundation for a dewy finish, or apply a few extra drops as a simple overnight mask when skin feels dry.

Can I use rosehip oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Many mums-to-be and new mums like rosehip oil because it’s a single-ingredient product with no added fragrance, essential oils or retinol. It’s a popular choice for keeping the skin on a growing bump moisturised and comfortable.

Every pregnancy is different, so we always recommend checking the ingredient list and speaking to your midwife or GP before introducing any new skincare. For a full routine, read our guide to skincare during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Can children use rosehip oil?

Yes. Children’s skin gets plenty of wear, and rosehip oil is a gentle way to look after dry knees, elbows, hands and wind-chapped cheeks. A drop or two massaged in after bath time is usually all it takes.

After bumps and scrapes. Rosehip oil isn’t for open cuts or grazes. Once a graze has fully healed and the skin is closed, a few drops massaged in daily can help keep the new skin soft and support a smoother, more even-looking finish.

Can you use rosehip oil on babies?

Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil can be used on babies from 3 months. Warm a drop or two between your palms and use it as a gentle massage oil, or smooth it onto dry patches and chapped cheeks.

A few simple rules keep things gentle:

•             Patch test first. Apply a small amount to the inside of your baby’s arm or leg and wait 24 hours.

•             Keep it away from the eyes and mouth.

•             Use on intact skin only. Not on broken, weepy or inflamed skin.

•             Ask first if your baby has allergies or a skin condition. If your baby has allergies, sensitive skin, eczema or another skin condition, seek advice from your health visitor, pharmacist or GP before use.

•             Skip the bath water. Oil makes the bath and your baby slippery, so massage it in after bath time instead.

Can rosehip oil help with cradle cap?

Rosehip oil isn’t a treatment for cradle cap. Cradle cap is common and usually harmless, and the NHS suggests lightly massaging a moisturiser into the scalp to help loosen the scales.

For a dry, flaky scalp, some parents like to massage a few drops of rosehip oil into the area before bath time, then wash gently with a mild baby shampoo. Never pick at the scales. If cradle cap spreads, bleeds, leaks fluid or hasn’t improved after a few weeks, see your GP.

10 ways to use one bottle of rosehip oil

How do you use rosehip oil safely?

Start small. A couple of drops goes a long way, and you can always add more.

Patch test before first use, especially for children and babies. Keep the oil away from eyes, and only apply it to intact skin. Although rare, individual sensitivities to natural oils can occur.

Store the bottle with the lid on, away from heat and direct sunlight. Natural oils are best used within the period-after-opening shown on the pack.

Frequently asked questions

Can the whole family use the same bottle of rosehip oil?

Yes. Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil contains one ingredient, organic rosehip seed oil, with no added fragrance. Adults, children and babies from 3 months can use it on dry, intact skin. Patch test first, and use a fresh, clean hand to apply it.

Can I use rosehip oil on my baby?

Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil can be used on babies from 3 months as a massage oil or on dry patches and chapped cheeks. Patch test first, keep it away from the eyes and mouth, and avoid broken skin. If your baby has allergies or a skin condition, ask your health visitor or GP first.

Can I use rosehip oil while pregnant or breastfeeding?

Many mums use rosehip oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding because it’s a single-ingredient oil with no added fragrance, essential oils or retinol. Every pregnancy is different, so check the ingredient list and speak to your midwife or GP before introducing any new skincare.

Can I put rosehip oil on a cut or graze?

No. Rosehip oil should only be used on intact skin, never on open cuts, grazes or broken skin. Once the skin has fully healed, massaging in a few drops daily can help keep the area soft and support a smoother, more even-looking appearance.

Does rosehip oil help with scars and stretch marks?

Used daily, rosehip oil keeps skin moisturised and supple and can help improve the appearance of scars and stretch marks over time. Only apply it once a scar has fully healed. For surgical or caesarean scars, check with your midwife or GP first.

Can you use rosehip oil on hair?

Yes. Smooth one or two drops through dry or damp ends to soften them and tame flyaways. For a dry scalp, massage a few drops in and leave for a while before washing. Start with less, as too much oil can leave fine hair looking heavy.

Is Trilogy Rosehip Oil organic and vegan?

Yes. Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil is certified organic by BioGro, 100% natural origin and vegan friendly. It contains a single ingredient, cold-pressed organic Rosa canina seed oil, and is never tested on animals.

One bottle, one family favourite

From your morning skincare to your toddler’s dry knees and your baby’s after-bath massage, Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil is the one bottle that covers it all.

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Suitable for babies aged 3 months+. Patch test before first use. If your baby has allergies, sensitive skin or a skin condition, speak to a healthcare professional before use. For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes.