Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
Also known as: Sea Buckthorn, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Seaberry) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides
Hippophae rhamnoides is also known as sea buckthorn. | This berry is a good source of vitamin C as well as various B vitamins, vitamin E, lycopene, phytosterols, and numerous phenolic compounds that provide antioxidant benefit.A unique aspect of this fruit extract is its ability to help stabilise elements in skin that would normally break down in the presence of peroxide and other types of free radicals.
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What Is Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil?
Hippophae rhamnoides is also known as sea buckthorn. This berry is a good source of vitamin C as well as various B vitamins, vitamin E, lycopene, phytosterols, and numerous phenolic compounds that provide antioxidant benefit.A unique aspect of this fruit extract is its ability to help stabilize elements in skin that would normally break down in the presence of peroxide and other types of free radicals. Like other berries, it also has a pronounced soothing effect on skin.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Planta Medica, January 2018, pages 26-33 []
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Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, January 2016, ePublication []
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ISRN Pharmacology, March 2012, ePublication []
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Journal of Food Science, November 2008, pages C615-C620 []
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