Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, better known as Sea Buckthorn Oil, is a natural oil loaded with nutrients and good-for-the-skin components that help aging and dry skin. It is valued in cosmetics and personal care products for its antioxidant, restorative, and anti-inflammatory properties. This oil protects the skin against oxidative stress and environmental damage, which are the leading causes of premature skin aging. Further, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil also calms irritated or inflamed skin. Its red-orange color can subtly tint the beauty products it is added to - enhancing their visual appeal. This botanical oil is famous for its wound-healing properties as well. Chinese and Tibetan texts recorded its use for healing wounds over a thousand years ago. Additionally, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil is the only plant source of omega-7 fatty acids, which are also found in human sebum, making the ingredient remarkably skin-compatible.
Products with HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES OIL
With samples available
CaribPure™ Seabuckhorn Kernel Oil
by Caribbean Natural
- Sustainable option
Seabuckthorn Berry Oil
by Natural Sourcing
What is HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES OIL used for?
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil is packed with omega fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins B, C, and E - making it a vibrant, nutrient-dense oil. It has healing, nourishing, and rejuvenating properties, which are beneficial for both skin and hair.
For skin: Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil is anti-aging and supports the skin barrier with rare omega-7, which mimics the skin’s natural lipids. It is great for dry, aging, and sensitive skin. Its high levels of vitamins help fade scars, boost collagen production, and improve elasticity. Sea Buckthorn Oil is a favorite in creams, balms, serums, and healing ointments. Its anti-inflammatory effect makes it suitable for post-sun or damaged skin.
For hair: In hair care, Sea Buckthorn Oil deeply nourishes the scalp, strengthens hair strands, and helps prevent breakage and split ends. Its light, non-greasy texture allows it to be used in leave-in treatments, masks, or scalp oils, where it promotes shine, softness, and improved hair elasticity.
Origin
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil is derived from the berries and seeds of the Sea Buckthorn shrub, which grows in the cold, mountainous, and coastal regions of Asia and Europe. Since this plant thrives in poor soils and harsh climates, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil is quite eco-friendly and sustainable. To extract the oil, the berries of this plant are subjected to mechanical cold pressing, which retains maximum nutrients and results in the cosmetic-grade oil.
What does HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES OIL do in a formulation?
EMOLLIENT|
SKIN CONDITIONING|
ANTIOXIDANT|
HAIR CONDITIONING|
SKIN PROTECTINGSafety Profile
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil is safe and well tolerated by most skin types - including sensitive or damaged skin. It is a natural ingredient with low risks of allergies. However, this oil should be diluted with a carrier oil before use, especially for facial application. If used in high concentrations, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil can be mildly comedogenic and temporarily stain the skin. A patch test should be performed before full application.
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HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES OIL technical profile
| Property | Values |
Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in oil |
Viscosity | Medium to high |