What it is
This is a non-volatile oil obtained from the seeds of the red raspberry plant, Rubus idaeus. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids, along with tocopherols and carotenoids that contribute antioxidant character. In formulations it softens the skin surface, supports the lipid feel of the product, and is included as a botanical conditioning component.
Safety & warnings
Raspberry seed oil is generally well tolerated on skin. Because it is high in polyunsaturated fatty acids it is considered low on the comedogenic scale, though individual responses vary and any plant oil may rarely provoke sensitivity in predisposed users. It is not a recognized fragrance allergen.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; a fixed (non-volatile) oil cold-pressed or solvent-extracted from the seeds of the raspberry plant, Rubus idaeus.
Questions everyone asks
What does raspberry seed oil do in a sunscreen?
It acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning oil, helping soften the skin and contributing fatty acids and natural antioxidants to the formula.
Is raspberry seed oil likely to clog pores?
It is generally regarded as low on the comedogenic scale because of its high polyunsaturated fatty acid content, but individual skin can still react differently.