Sea buckthorn is often used as a healing oil as its combination of vitamins, acids, and antioxidants make it a powerful anti-inflammatory and antibacterial choice.

Grown in Europe and Central Asia on the sea buckthorn bush, sea buckthorn can come from both the berries and the seeds. They are full of Vitamins A and E, as well as helpful amino acids, carotenoids, and other antioxidants useful in anti-aging. Useful for healing and restoring the skin, sea buckthorn has good anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. These properties mean is useful in a variety of face and hand creams that not only combat aging, but can help with redness and calming the skin after sun exposure. The oil tends to distribute well and is absorbed into the skin quickly.