Active ingredient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Water
The water fraction obtained from the fruit of sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides), distinct from the steam-distilled hydrosol (Hippophae Rhamnoides Water) and the lipid-rich fruit oil; used primarily as a solvent and mild skin-conditioning agent in water-based cosmetic formulas.
Also known as: sea buckthorn fruit water
solventskin-conditioningantioxidant
Benefits
- ✓Aqueous fraction of sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) fruit, retaining water-soluble bioactives including flavonoids and organic acids
- ✓Provides mild antioxidative and skin-conditioning properties characteristic of sea buckthorn
- ✓Suitable for water-phase formulations where the heavier fruit oil or extract would not be appropriate
- ✓Delivers hydration and a degree of the regenerative, brightening properties associated with sea buckthorn
Watch for
- ⚠Generally well-tolerated; sea buckthorn derivatives may cause reactions in individuals with known plant allergies
