Seabuckthorn refers to a strong, cold-climate plant that is found in plenty in Russia and China apart from a few regions in Canada. It is considered as a rich medicinal source because its winter berries are full of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, fatty acids, flavonoids, carotenoids, and folate as well as the oil of its seeds has sterols, Vitamins E and K, fatty acids, and carotenoids. Most of these nutrients are capable enough in improving the skin’s health as well as appearance.
The Seabuckthorn oil’s high nutritional content supplies the essential nutrients to the skin cells due to which the skin can combat premature aging skin symptoms such as dryness and wrinkles. In this way, the oil helps in slowing down the aging of skin. Further, the oil also contains nourishing and revitalizing properties due to which it helps in healing skin injuries such as burns, wounds, and sores. Moreover, it is not a problem if the oil residues are left on the skin. This is because the oil constituents are easily absorbed into the skin because all of them are essential for the overall skin growth and strength.
Recent experiments and people’s experience have confirmed that the oil is also effective in combating rosacea, eczema, and acne. For dealing with such skin conditions, the oil works by relieving the symptoms by reducing the effect of immune system and hormonal imbalances as well as by minimizing chronic inflammation. The oil is a pure medical treasure that is filled with many anti-inflammatory agents as well as micronutrients like Omegas 3, 7, and 9; which unite to strike a balance between the hormonal and immune systems. When used topically, the oil tends to strengthen and soften the skin and lessens scarring, and inflammation.
Encyclopedia of Plants confirms that the Seabuckthorn oil also absorbs the ultraviolet rays due to which it is able to prevent sun damage. In this way, the oil is an ideal organic remedy for various skin conditions.
