Red Raspberry Seed Oil

Essential Oils

Nov 13

Red Raspberry Seed Oil – Rubus idaeus

Why we love it at The Mindful Gem

Red raspberry seed oil is a lightweight, antioxidant-dense, naturally protective botanical adored for its ability to nourish, soothe, and help defend the skin from environmental stressors. Cold-pressed from raspberry seeds, this golden, fast-absorbing oil is rich in ellagic acid, vitamin E, carotenoids, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and phytonutrients that support barrier strength and even-toned radiance. Studies suggest red raspberry seed oil offers anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and mild UV-protective properties, helping support the skin when paired with mineral SPF ingredients (Food Chemistry, 2014, DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2014.03.045). At The Mindful Gem, we use red raspberry seed oil in our sun-nourishing face blends and lip care formulas, where it brings softness, resilience, and a naturally luminous glow.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Plant Overview:

Red raspberries (Rubus idaeus) are native to Northern Europe and North America, cherished for their vibrant fruit and nutrient-rich seeds. The seeds contain a potent oil with uniquely soothing and protective properties.

Parts Used & Traditional Uses:

The tiny seeds are cold-pressed to extract the lightweight, antioxidant-rich oil. Traditionally used in European herbal skincare for:

softening and conditioning the skin
calming irritation
supporting healing and resilience
enhancing natural radiance

Skin Benefits & Mechanism:

Ellagic acid + vitamin E provide powerful antioxidant protection.
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids strengthen the moisture barrier.
Naturally anti-inflammatory — ideal for sensitive or sun-stressed skin.
Helps improve texture, tone, and overall glow.
Offers mild natural UV interaction within formulas (not a replacement for SPF).

Key Benefits:

Antioxidant-rich protection
Soothes + reduces inflammation
Strengthens barrier + locks in moisture
Supports sun-nourished, resilient skin
Lightweight, silky radiance

Sources:

Oomah, B.D. et al. (2014). “Characterization of red raspberry seed oil.” Food Chemistry. DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2014.03.045
European Medicines Agency: Rubus idaeus Seed Oil
Lin, T.K. et al. (2018). “Plant oils and the skin barrier.” International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

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Tori Thomas