Antioxidant

Sea Buckthorn Extract

Sea buckthorn berry extract (Hippophae rhamnoides) — a remarkable multi-nutrient active with the rare omega-7 fatty acid, dense carotenoids, and potent antioxidants that support barrier function, skin regeneration, and photoprotection.

Omega-7CarotenoidsAntioxidantBotanical Extract
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

An extract derived from the berries, leaves, or seeds of Hippophae rhamnoides (sea buckthorn), standardised for carotenoid and fatty acid content.

Barrier repair, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin regeneration.

Key Benefits

Omega-7 (palmitoleic acid)
Unique among plant oils; mirrors sebum composition and actively supports epithelial cell renewal.
Carotenoid protection
High carotenoid load provides photoprotective and free-radical-scavenging activity.
Anti-inflammatory
Flavonoids and phytosterols reduce cytokine-driven inflammation in sensitive and reactive skin.
Regenerative
Promotes keratinocyte proliferation and wound healing; used in post-laser and compromised skin care.

Suitable for

Dry skinMature skinSensitive skinPost-procedure skin

Main Actions

✓ Barrier repair✓ Antioxidant✓ Anti-inflammatory
Colour note

Sea buckthorn imparts a strong orange pigmentation; seed oil and diluted extracts are used to minimise colour impact in end formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sea Buckthorn Extract do for skin?
Barrier repair, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin regeneration.
Who should use Sea Buckthorn Extract?
Sea Buckthorn Extract is suitable for: Dry skin, Mature skin, Sensitive skin, Post-procedure skin.
Are there any warnings about Sea Buckthorn Extract?
Sea buckthorn imparts a strong orange pigmentation; seed oil and diluted extracts are used to minimise colour impact in end formulations.

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