Sea Buckthorn Oil

What is Sea Buckthorn Oil?

Sea Buckthorn Oil is becoming increasingly popular in the United States for its healing and anti-aging properties. The oil comes from a plant that is found in the coastal areas of Asia and Europe, and is thought to have originated in the Himalayas. It was used by the Ancient Greeks and Chinese hundreds of years ago, and is referenced in Ancient Tibetan healing texts since the Tang Dynasty. Both kinds of oil, have rejuvenating effects on the skin. Research has shown that the oil helps to support healthy skin, hair and nails.

Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil

Sea buckthorn berry oil comes from the inside of the sea buckthorn fruit, and is red-orange in color. The oil is rich in nutrients and loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and proteins. Berry oil is a huge source of Omega-7 fatty acids that can aid in reducing your risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer. The oil is also a great anti-inflammatory and can help clear up acne and acne scars.

Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil

Sea buckthorn seed oil is extracted from the dark seeds of the sea buckthorn plant and is yellow-orange in color. Like the berry oil, the seed oil is packed with nutrients and essential vitamins. Seed oil has the best internal benefits, and can be taken in capsule, pill or liquid form. Its anti-inflammatory properties can also help with digestive health and ulcers.

Sea Buckthorn Benefits

Anti-Aging

Stretch Marks and The SkinAnti-aging properties are just one of the many sea buckthorn benefits. Research has shown that oral and topical applications of the oil can promote skin hydration, elasticity and skin cell regeneration. The oil contains moisturizing fatty acids that can help revive skin cells, and the high amounts of vitamin E and C in the oil reduces the length and depth of wrinkles and dryness of the skin. Taking small amounts orally also has been shown to help with dry eye symptoms.

Sea buckthorn nourishes and moisturizes the skin and can reduce redness and inflammation. It can also be used to help heal cuts, sunburn and skin abrasions. Sea buckthorn is a great natural exfoliator and cleanser.

During and After Pregnancy

When applied on the skin, sea buckthorn oil can help to fade stretch marks and prevent new ones during and after pregnancy. The oil is packed with vitamin E, which will help heal your skin, and vitamin A, which can help promote the growth of new, healthy skin cells. As always, contact your doctor before introducing a new medicine or herb into your daily routine, especially during pregnancy.

Use Sea Buckthorn Cream for Stretch Marks

Our Skin Repair Nutri-Firm™ Stretch Mark Oil has sea buckthorn in it and is great for stretch marks. Clinically shown to produce results in just 4 weeks. 100% natural, fragrance free, lightweight and non-greasy.