HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES FRUIT OIL
Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, also known as sea buckthorn pulp oil, is obtained by cold-pressing or centrifuging the pulp of the sea buckthorn berry. The reddish-orange oil is characterized by its high content of bioactive compounds such as unsaturated fatty acids (e.g., palmitoleic acid), carotenoids, tocopherols, and flavonoids.(1-2)
In skincare, it is primarily used for its regenerative, nourishing, and antioxidant properties. It can strengthen the skin barrier, retain moisture, and alleviate signs of dryness or irritation. Due to its antioxidant effects, it is also considered helpful in combating premature skin aging caused by environmental factors.(3-4)
(1) Zielińska, A., & Nowak, I. (2017). Abundance of active ingredients in sea buckthorn oil. Lipids in Health and Disease, 16(1), 1–11.
(2) Bährle-Rapp, M. (2012). Springer Encyclopedia of Cosmetics and Personal Care. 4th revised and expanded edition. Springer.
(3) Krist, S., Buchbauer, G., & Klausberger, C. (2008). Sea buckthorn oil. In Encyclopedia of Plant Fats and Oils. Springer.
(4) Qiao, X., et al. (2023). Hippophae rhamnoides L.: A Comprehensive Review of the Botany, Traditional Uses, Phytonutrients, Health Benefits, Quality Markers, and Applications. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.
