If you’ve been keeping up with the skincare world, you’ve likely encountered more oils, lotions, and potions than you know what to do with. And to that we say, the more the merrier! Allow us to add one more to your repertoire – seabuckthorn oil. Don’t worry, sea buckthorn isn’t some adorable crustacean or rare species of coral humans harvest in the name of beauty. The name is a bit of a misnomer, as the sea buckthorn plant is actually a hardy shrub that has little to do with the ocean. We promise you’re going to want to have this wonder oil on your radar. Sea buckthorn boasts an impressive profile of essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. That makes it a lean, mean, anti-aging machine! So, let’s get into the sea buckthorn benefits to be had, as well as a little background on this nutritious oil and tips on how best to use it. ANTI AGING PROPERTIES – Seabuckthorn Oil restore skin’s natural elasticity, replenish skin tone and fight the effects of natural ageing. Use this emollient to hydrate your face, brighten the complexion, reduce red spots, and repair sun damage like dark spots or hyperpigmentation. Put on as a base layer with natural sunscreen for added hydration and UV protection. Use this a few drops of this serum daily for best results. NATURALLY THICKENS AND ADD SHINE TO HAIR – Seabuckthorn Oil is packed with powerful essential fatty acids, Vitamin A, C and so much more. These rich nutrients add a natural protectant to hair, helping to strengthen, grow, thicken, and add a beautiful silky finish to your hair. Massage into scalp twenty minutes before showering or use as a leave-in conditioning treatment for fine, damaged, brittle, and broken hair. THERAPEUTIC GRADE – this treatment is cold-pressed and organic. Known to aid in healing wounds, age spots, and sun damage. Also, the anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties help calm acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, burns, and rashes. Give the highest level of pure quality oil to remedy irritated and inflamed skin. SILKY SOFT HAIR – Treat your hair with this exquisite and lightweight multi-purpose oil, highly concentrated with essential fatty acids; To rejuvenate dry, damaged and lifeless hair with just a few applications; Simply massage into your scalp before showering to add shine, strength and natural luster whilst stimulating growth. Heart health Past studies have shown that the fruit of sea buckthorn increases the level of high-density lipoprotein or “good” cholesterol in a person’s blood. In healthy individuals, this can help protect heart health. High blood pressure. Early research suggests that taking sea buckthorn by mouth for up to 8 months might reduce high blood pressure similarly to certain blood pressure-lowering drugs. Seabuckthorn oil Decreases fine lines and wrinkles: Thanks to its rich antioxidant, fatty acid, and vitamin content, sea buckthorn oil can also help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles Liver disease (cirrhosis). There is some early evidence showing that taking sea buckthorn extract might reduce liver enzymes and other chemicals in the blood that indicate liver problems. Stomach ulcers. Early research suggests that taking sea buckthorn oil while receiving standard treatment using an endoscope might reduce how long people with stomach ulcers have to stay in the hospital. Seabuckthorn oil helps Weight loss. Early evidence shows that taking sea buckthorn berries, berry oil, or extract by mouth does not reduce body weight in overweight or obese women.