Sea Buckthorn Extract

Sea buckthorn extract is a nutrient-rich powerhouse known for its remarkable skincare benefits, thanks to its unique blend of bioactive compounds. It is exceptionally high in palmitoleic acid (Omega-7), a rare fatty acid that promotes skin regeneration and helps repair damaged tissue, making it ideal for soothing dry, sensitive, or irritated skin. Sea buckthorn is also packed with linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3), which work to restore the skin’s moisture barrier, reduce inflammation, and maintain hydration. Its vibrant color comes from a high concentration of carotenoids, including beta-carotene, which provide potent antioxidant protection, improve skin elasticity, and help reduce the signs of aging. Its phytosterols, such as beta-sitosterol, enhance the skin’s ability to retain moisture, reduce inflammation, and calm irritation. Together, these chemical components make sea buckthorn extract a highly effective solution for promoting healthy, radiant skin, accelerating healing, and providing long-lasting hydration and protection.

BOTANICAL NAME: Hippophae rhamnoides 

EXTRACTION: CO2 (Supercritical Extraction): A method of extracting plant chemicals by using pressurized CO2 as a solvent. It is one of the most efficient extractions to create a substance that embodies the entire plant rather than just the essential oils or triglycerides (cold-pressed oils).  

DESCRIPTION: Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is a spiny shrub or tree indigenous to the coastal and mountainous regions of Europe and northern Asia. Sea buckthorn CO2 extraction is from the pulp of the bright orange sea buckthorn berry. The extract is a deep red/orange colour and has a distinct berry scent. 

KEY COMPONENTS: Palmitoleic acid, linoleic acid, linolenic, carotenoids, phytosterols.

 

FOUND IN: Carotene Glow Antioxidant Booster