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The Sea Buckthorn oil used by Les Huilettes is extracted from the pulp of the berries, which gives it its orange color thanks to the beta carotenes unlike Sea Buckthorn oil, which is extracted from the seeds and has different benefits.
Used in cosmetics, it regenerates the skin and delays the appearance of wrinkles. Thanks to its unique omega-7 composition, it is ideal for healing minor burns. It also contains vitamins A, C and E, essential for preventing oxidation of skin cells. Sea Buckthorn oil is suitable for all skin types: dry, normal or combination. Sensitive and irritated skin will love it.
Where to find it?
Sea Buckthorn is a species of thorny shrub native to the temperate zones of Europe and Asia. There are a few plantations of Sea Buckthorn in France, notably in the Alpes de Haute Provence region where Emmanuel, our producer, has been growing this plant for 25 years.
What are its cosmetic benefits?
Sea Buckthorn oil is known for its many health and beauty benefits. Rich in essential nutrients such as omega-3, -7, -6 and -9 fatty acids, vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin A, carotenoids and flavonoids..
- Protects the skin, rich in antioxidants, which help protect the skin from free radicals and sun damage. It is also rich in essential fatty acids, which help maintain skin elasticity.
- Enhances healing and helps heal small wounds and burns thanks to omega 7.
- The carotenoids and flavonoids it contains can also help to stimulate cell regeneration.
Does it have any other known virtues?
Sea Buckthorn berries are another fruit to include in your diet, thanks to their antioxidant content. In the kitchen, they are most often found as dried berries.
