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Sea Buckthorn Oil
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Oil from Hippophae rhamnoides berries — exceptionally rich in omega-7 (palmitoleic acid), carotenoids (beta-carotene, lycopene), and tocopherols.
What it does
Suited to dry, mature, or environmentally stressed skin. The vivid orange color can temporarily tint skin at full concentration.
The facts
- Effective pH
- N/A (lipid phase)
- Category
- Barrier & oils
- Also known as
- Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil
- Pregnancy
- Generally considered fine; ask your doctor
Pairs with · fights with
Pairs well with
Conflicts
- None listed.
Before you use it
Start blended into a moisturizer at 5–10% rather than as a stand-alone oil — the tinting effect at full concentration is significant. Exceptionally high carotenoid content confers potent antioxidant benefit.
On the label
Listed as "Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil" (berry, more carotenoids + orange color) or "seed oil" (paler, milder). The vivid orange indicates high carotenoid content — valuable but concentrated. Blend accordingly.
This guide is editorial, not medical advice. For a condition, a reaction or a medical question, see a dermatologist.
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