Emollient ingredient

Sea Buckthorn Oil

INCI: Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil

An orange-hued plant oil rich in carotenoids, vitamin E and omega fatty acids, prized for nourishing and antioxidant care.

Also known as: hippophae rhamnoides oil, sea buckthorn fruit oil, hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil

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Benefits

  • Nourishing fatty acids
  • Carotenoid and vitamin E antioxidants
  • Soothing for dry skin

Watch for

  • Can leave a faint tint on skin/fabric due to natural carotenoids

In depth

What it does

An orange-hued plant oil rich in carotenoids, vitamin E and omega fatty acids, prized for nourishing and antioxidant care. As a emollient ingredient, it is particularly valued for nourishing fatty acids, carotenoid and vitamin e antioxidants, and soothing for dry skin.

Skin type guide

Best suited to normal, dry, or combination skin. Lightweight emollients work for oily skin too — richer ones are best reserved for dry and very dry skin types.

How to use it

Works best as a later step in your routine, after water-based serums and treatments. Emollients help seal in earlier layers, so their placement matters — put lighter textures on first.

At a glance
CategoryEmollient
IrritancyLow–moderate
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 13 products
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Common questions

What does Sea Buckthorn Oil do for skin?

An orange-hued plant oil rich in carotenoids, vitamin E and omega fatty acids, prized for nourishing and antioxidant care. As a emollient ingredient, it is particularly valued for nourishing fatty acids, carotenoid and vitamin e antioxidants, and soothing for dry skin.

How do I use Sea Buckthorn Oil in my skincare routine?

Works best as a later step in your routine, after water-based serums and treatments. Emollients help seal in earlier layers, so their placement matters — put lighter textures on first.

Is Sea Buckthorn Oil suitable for sensitive skin?

Best suited to normal, dry, or combination skin. Lightweight emollients work for oily skin too — richer ones are best reserved for dry and very dry skin types.

Products with Sea Buckthorn Oil

Nordic Bloom Anti-Wrinkle & Dark Spot Night SerumSerum
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Nordic Bloom Anti-Wrinkle & Dark Spot Night Serum
Anti-Wrinkle & Firm Moisturizing V-Shape SerumSerum
Lumene
Anti-Wrinkle & Firm Moisturizing V-Shape Serum
Anti-Wrinkle & Firm Moisturizing Eye CreamEye Cream
Lumene
Anti-Wrinkle & Firm Moisturizing Eye Cream
Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Overnight BalmBalm
Lumene
Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Overnight Balm
Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Rich Day CreamMoisturizer
Lumene
Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Rich Day Cream
Nordic Bloom Anti-Wrinkle & Firm Day Cream SPF30 Fragrance FreeMoisturizer
Lumene
Nordic Bloom Anti-Wrinkle & Firm Day Cream SPF30 Fragrance Free