Sea Buckthorn Berry and Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil: Which Should I Choose?

As you research the plenteous benefits of Sea Buckthorn as both a dietary supplement and an herbal remedy, you should know that several products are derived from this versatile plant. Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil and Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil are two different extracts, with two unique sets of benefits for your body. In order to maximize the benefits you receive from this highly valued nutritional product, you should know as much as possible about its uses and varieties. Read on to learn the differences between Berry Oil and Seed Oil, the benefits of each, how the oil is extracted, and which Sea Buckthorn product is the right one for your needs.

But Aren’t They The Same Thing?

The seed oil and berry oil obtained from the Sea Buckthorn plant are two different products. Seed oil is extracted from the seed of the plant, which contains a vastly different nutritional makeup from the berry’s fruit oil, which comes from the meat of the Sea Buckthorn berry itself. These amazing berries are uniquely saturated with vitamins and amino acids, so much so that different components of the berry can be applied for specific maladies. The berry is traditionally known for its benefits to the skin, digestive tract, and urinary tract. However, as you will find out, the seed oil has phenomenal benefits as a dietary supplement for enhancing the immunity system and supporting cardiovascular, brain and liver health.

What Are the Benefits of Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil?

Sea Buckthorn seed oil is a true nutritional anomaly: in this oil, you will find a near 1:1 ratio of 34% linoleic acid (Omega-6) and 32% alpha linolenic acids (Omega-3). What are those? Linoleic acid helps your body maintain its cardiovascular system, and may function to reduce inflammation, high blood pressure, and cholesterol. Alpha linolenic acids help your body repair its cells, and provides the skin moisturizing qualities inherent in this oil. This oil is also naturally loaded with Vitamin E, carotenoids, and phospholipids that may aid your immune system and combat cancer-causing free radicals. Learn more about sea buckthorn seed oil here.

What Are the Benefits of Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil?

Sea Buckthorn berry oil is packed with carotene, which may improve eyesight and prevent certain forms of cancer.  This berry oil has been used to treat skin conditions, such as burns, acne, rosasa, etc., providing a moisturizing quality that may result in overall healthier skin. For this reason, the extract has been used in some cosmetic skin products, especially for facial moisturizing. Learn more about sea buckthorn berry oil here.

How Sea Buckthorn Oil is Extracted

For both the berry and seed oil products, extraction is performed using only berries and extra virgin olive oil. This process preserves the traditional herbal and holistic extraction process that old world medicine used to maximize the benefits of Sea Buckthorn. Many other extraction processes exists, but are more technologically based, and less likely to retain the full benefits provided by this herbal remedy and dietary wonder. We feel that traditional extraction is necessary in order to provide the true, unadulterated benefits of this unique plant.  Click here to learn more about the sea buckthorn extraction process.

Which of These Two Options Should I Choose?

Whether you select Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil or Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil depends on your needs. As you have read, both products retain unique benefits. It is important, as you choose which product best meets your desired effect, to have as clear a picture as possible of what your body wants and needs from Sea Buckthorn.  In general, seed oil and berry oil are both fantastic taken internally for overall wellness or applied topically for skin care.  If you have to pick one or the other, the seed oil has the best internal benefits and the berry oil has the most topical benefits.  Synergistic use is the best policy and a blend of berry and seed oil internally offers the most benefits followed by topical use of the berry oil for beauty and/or wound care.

References:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22264152

http://www.muscleandstrength.com/supplements/ingredients/omega-9.html

81 thoughts on “Sea Buckthorn Berry and Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil: Which Should I Choose?”

  1. I’ve found sea buckthorn berry oil to be wonderful for my complexion and any dry or irritated spots on my skin. It does leave an orange glow for a good half an hour or so but it’s totally worth it when you realize how much it’s moisturizing and nourishing the skin!

    From an old lady to others … give the sea buckthorn oil a shot on your skin!

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    • That’s fantastic! We’ve seen a lot of recommendations for Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil’s high content of Omega 7’s for Dry Eye symptoms. Glad you’re having success!

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      • Hi,

        If you had to choose one- the fruit (berry) oil is better for dry eyes. The best case scenario would be to use a blend of both seed and fruit oil.That’s because the fruit oil will give you Omega-7 and the seed oil will provide antioxidants, both of which are great for fighting dry eye. Our sponsor brands sell different capsules with both kinds of oil or you can take each pure oil orally. Just follow the dosage recommendations on the packaging and you should be good.

        Thanks

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      • Hello,

        We know that some people do that. Taking a sea buckthorn supplement everyday for at least a month typically helps people with dry eyes from the inside out- no need to drop it into the eye. We’ve never tried using the oil directly in the eye and honestly wouldn’t recommend it. It could hurt or make it hard to see because it’s oil. However, again we have heard of people doing it so it’s up to you- but it doesn’t seem necessary.

        Thank you

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  2. Hey,

    So i’ve been using the seed oil for 2 years this halloween, and it has completely changed my life, but I had no idea that the berry oil was the one you could squeeze the most topical benefit out of. So yesterday I went out and bought some and applied it before bed just as I would the seed oil, and my face was still orange in the morning! Any idea on how to apply it or if i should dilute it so this doesn’t happen again?

    Thanks!

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    • Hi Jake,

      That’s great that you love SBT so much! Yes, it is true that the berry oil is a much darker color than the seed oil but is also the best for the skin. You really can leave it on for as long as you want (but leave it on at the least 20-30 minutes). The key is that you do need to wash it off with a mild soap, because although the benefits of the oil will absorb into your skin after a little while, the dark orange color never will.

      You can always put a few drops of the berry oil into a larger container of facial lotion (or any body care product really). Usually, the color of the oil will blend out when it mixes with the product. Just remember that you will be diluting the oil and so you will need to use more of the lotion to get the same benefits.

      Hope that helps and thanks for your question!

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    • it will be good you delute it with organic cold pressed coconut oil,
      the both will work excelent.
      is beter you use the one with lauric acide it has that typicasl coconut smell but it’s beter then the one has been manipulated.

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  3. hi!

    I just bought two bottles one is sea buckthorn seed oil and OZ naturals the best vitamin C+E+hyaluronic acid serum
    morning and night time i put both of this products and moisturizer on after. I would like to kow is it good idea or bad to use both because my face starting to turn red
    or i should use only the sea buckthorn seed oil by it self with moisturier

    thank you

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    • Hello,

      It seems likely that if your face is turning red it is probably from the Hyaluronic acid in the serum. Pure sea buckthorn seed oil is really gentle and can be used on almost any skin type. That being said, everyone is different.

      You may want to discontinue use of both products until your skin returns to normal. Then start again but only use one of the products, one at a time to see how your skin reacts to each.

      Hope that helps!

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  4. Have been reading about this product and just start taking it but (about 2 weeks) but my chief concern is for my hair which has become dry and brittle. Which of the two would be more beneficial? I like the fact that the seed oil is beneficial for heart, kidney, etc… What would your recommendation be. Do you ship to the W.I. Availability is a concern

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    • Hello,

      Both the seed and fruit oils are high in omegas which are all around great for hydration. The Omega 7 found in the fruit oil truly is the best for skin and hair moisturization and you are absolutely right about the other great benefits of the seed oil.

      We would recommend both oils for you actually! Many companies offer capsules that contain both kinds of oil. If you don’t want to do a capsule you can easily buy seed oil and fruit oil and simply take them together.

      We don’t sell products but please click one of our sponsor ads on this site and I’m sure that they will be able to assist you with shipping questions.

      Thanks!

      Reply
  5. Hello,

    Kindly suggest which one out of two (berry or seed) is good for dry mouth? May be seed for internal consumption and berry for applying directly in mouth.

    Thanks,
    Sumeet.

    Reply
    • Hello Sumeet,

      If you had to pick one, the fruit oil is going to be your best bet. The reason why is that it is high in Omega-7 which is great for hydrating cells. In general it’s good for the cell health of delicate tissues like those in the mouth and digestive tract.

      Thank you!

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  6. I have pimple scars and a huge dark patch on my cheeks… Would I benefit more from the seed oil or the berry oil to lighten the look of the dark spots and scars?

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    • Hello,

      The fruit oil is great for helping reduce the appearance of scars and to stop new scars from forming because of the Omega-7. The fruit oil is your best option but there are some things to consider when it comes to the seed oil as well. The seed oil is high in Omega-3 and vitamin E so it’s great for those dark spots. If you had to pick just one, we would say go for the fruit oil. But if you are able to buy a high quality seed and berry oil you can do alternate treatments with them.

      The fruit oil is a dark orange and it doesn’t readily absorb into the skin. So while it’s the best option for your skin issues, you will really only be able to do mask treatments a few times a week when you are at home. Just cleanse your face and apply a drop of oil to your fingers then massage into the effected areas. You may need more oil but just start with one drop as a little goes a long way! After at least 30 minutes you can either wipe off the unabsorbed oil or gently wash it away. You can also leave the oil on for a longer time, but 30 minutes will let it really soak in so start there.

      The seed oil on the other hand, should be a bright yellow color with a nutty smell/taste. It absorbs much more quickly into the skin and because of it’s lighter color, you can do spot treatments at virtually any time on the dark spots(depending on your skin tone). You should again cleanse your face, then add a drop to your finger and massage into the desired area. Because this oil is lighter and drier it should completely absorb into the skin and you will not need to wipe or wash it off unless you want to. Depending on your skin type you may want to add your daily facial cream on the skin after it is absorbed.

      If you get good quality oils, you will also be able to take them internally. Sea buckthorn is amazing because it can help the skin tremendously even when taken internally, so it’s best to do both.

      If you can only choose one kind of oil to start off with, get the fruit oil. If your budget allows get both for best results!

      Thank you

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      • Hi
        I have scars since 35yrs how can i remove them. I have all over my legs this scars from chicken for and alergy. Hope you can help me.
        Thankyou.

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        • Hello,
          If your scarring is severe, we can’t say for sure that it will help. But generally speaking, sea buckthorn berry oil is the best for helping to reduce the appearance of scars because of the Omega 7. The pure seed oil is also good for this application.

          Get a good daily body lotion with high amounts of both types of oils. Use that everyday. Then you can do a treatment of pure oils on the scars weekly. Just apply a few drops of the oil directly on the problem areas and massage it in. You may also want to take the oils internally, as internal use can also support skin health. Just make sure you get a brand that is meant for internal as well as external use.

          Check our sponsor brands that you see on the banners of this website, they will have what you are looking for.

          Hope that helps!

          Thank you

          Reply
    • Hello,

      Yes, sea buckthorn oil is amazing for combating dryness all over the body. Omega-7 is present in the fruit oil and it helps restore moisture on a cellular level. As far as energy is concerned, sea buckthorn is naturally full of many different vitamins and minerals which could help boost energy. Sea buckthorn is an adaptogen as well, so it is known to fight stress and fatigue. We would suggest finding a product that contains mostly fruit oil that you can take orally and apply topically, if your dryness is on the skin. Be careful when buying oils, as some sea buckthorn oils on the market are not meant for internal use.

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Hello,

    I’ve been looking into natural oils for my husband’s acne-prone, oily facial skin.

    Initially I had thought about getting him SBT berry oil as it’s the best for topical use. But as you mention on one of the above comments, the seed oil actually absorbs better into the skin. One of the SBT oil brands actually use the whole berry, fruit&seed so maybe we should give it a try? So that the seed oilhelp the berry oil’s nutrients to penetrate well into the skin.

    Also I’m not sure if you’re allowed to mention a brand name here, but the ititials for the one I that I’ve mentioned earlier, is “L-F”, do you think it’s a good brand? To my understanding, procession method influences the oil quality, and they do mention that their SBT oil is cold-processed.

    Thanks so much!
    Anita

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    • Hi Anita,

      As far as which oil to use, I think you are on the right track. Many people say that the fruit oil is better for the skin but the truth is that both are good just with different properties. It’s not that the seed oil really absorbs better into the skin, it’s just that it has a more dry texture and absorbs faster. The berry oil is amazing for softening skin and the appearance of scars and can even prevent new scars from becoming noticeable.

      Acne is a tough skin condition to get control of sometimes so you may need to try a few different approaches before you get it right. Get high quality oils that he can take internally as well as use externally. Internal use of the fruit oil is actually very helpful for skin ailments. Have him do nightly treatments with the seed oil while taking the fruit oil internally. Then have him do a once a week treatment where he applies the the fruit oil to problem areas or scars.

      Another thing you can try is to get a carrier oil like grapeseed, jojoba, hazelnut, safflower, hazelnut, peach kernel or rice bran and combine it with smaller amounts of both kinds of SBT oils. All of the aforementioned oils are good for people with oily skin. This is a nice approach because you can create a facial oil treatment that is very light that he can use often without overdoing the oils on his face. Definitely also have him do the fruit oil internally during this treatment as well.

      We checked out the L-F (Lindor Foods) website and were not able to find a ton of information about the products. Yes, you are absolutely correct about the processing method being important to the quality of the product. If you can find a company that uses C02 extraction, that is even better than cold press. C02 extraction uses the lowest temperature available which preserves nutrients better than any other method.

      Hope that helps, good luck!

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  8. I love seabuckthorn oil & have used it for years. I’ve noticed different brands definitely have different results. I’m looking for a good quality brand for topical use for acne/ anti aging benefits. Im pregnant so I don’t think I can take the capsules ? Also I wanted to know how much & what exactly to give to my elderly dogs. They are both 13 years old and around 12 pounds. Thanks in Advance

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    • Hi There,

      If you get a bottle that has a dropper of pure sea buckthorn berry oil, the dosage for one 12 lb dog would be somewhere around 1/2 a dropper up to 3 times a week. Just be sure it’s 100% pure sea buckthorn. We have heard of people using sea buckthorn internally while pregnant but of course we would suggest doing it under the care of a doctor or herbalist who can guide you. You can definitely still use the pure oil on your skin during pregnancy.

      Just find a brand that is Organic and has other quality certifications like Non-Gmo Project verification. And again, make sure there is only sea buckthorn in the product. Since sea buckthorn has become more popular, you will find a lot of different products that have sea buckthorn right in the product name but actually have different kinds of oils in them.

      Hope that helps!

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  9. Hi there, can you recommend a reputable product that has both fruit and seed in it that would have proper ratios of sea buckhorn oils? I see you recommended that a few times in this article. You seem to have great info which I thank you for but do not see a company here that makes a oil that has both seed and fruit combined to save money?

    Also for internal use are there any adverse side effects that you know of to be aware of for sensitive people, for example, change of heart rate, blood pressure etc? I actually have someone with abnormally low pressure.

    This is also supposed to be good for hormone balance is that correct?

    Thanks for your info!

    Reply
    • Hello,

      Yes, if you click on the sponsor ads which you will find on our website, any of those companies will have an option for a sea buckthorn blend. If I’m not mistaken there are three companies that you can access from our banner ads and all of which will have what you are looking for.

      Sea buckthorn is very gentle so sensitive people can take it without issue. The only side effect that we are aware of is that people who are on blood thinners should not use it as sea buckthorn naturally has some blood thinning properties. You should be just fine to take sea buckthorn oils but check with a medical professional to make sure it’s safe to take something that could potentially thin the blood if you have low blood pressure. We aren’t able to offer medical advise, unfortunately.

      Yes, Omega-7 is thought to balance hormones as well.

      Thanks for your great questions!

      Reply
  10. Hi – I’m still kind of confused about which to take for dry eye syndrome (due to menopause). Should it be the seed or the berry? Also, what would be the proper dosage per day?
    Thanks so much.

    Reply
    • Julie,

      The short answer is the fruit oil. However, the seed oil works in combination with the fruit oil very well for this application. That’s because of the antioxidants. You should find a product that has a blend of the two oils and then follow the suggested dosage according to the manufacturer.

      Thanks

      Reply
    • Hello,

      We don’t sell any products. You will need to look on the ingredient panel of the purchase you bought or contact the company you bought it from.

      Thank you

      Reply
  11. looking for a product that treats vaginal atrophy associated with menopause but has no hormonal sick effects. can you help….wonder if it stretches to helping with menopausal flushes

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    • Hi there,

      Here is a study that was conducted to see if sea buckthorn oil would help with vaginal atrophy. It did help but the study doesn’t specify which kind of oil. Because they discuss ALA (planted based Omega-3), that means the oil they used is the seed oil. The fruit oil doesn’t contain ALA, but it is good for the other symptoms of vaginal atrophy. So We would suggest finding a blend of the two oils and taking them orally- that’s how they did it in the study. Most companies who make a sea buckthorn blend capsule will also carry dropper bottles of pure oil. If you’d like to use them topically you can. But you should focus mainly on taking them internally.

      Sea buckthorn is an adaptogen, so it could help with the hot flashes, though we haven’t heard from anyone saying it worked for them, nor can we find any studies on the subject. This article has some suggestions for other natural treatments that may help.

      Thanks

      Reply
  12. doctors in Malaysia said that they heard that some peopl with artries blocking problem even up 69% took Seabuck Thorn Berry oil with O7oil, found that it cleaned their artries like flashed out.

    – Did you hear from any of your viewers the same effect they had and so surprised and happy they did not have to go for any surgery, etc.

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  13. I have read that if taking either or both oils internally you should only do so for a period of 3 months ..then discontinue for several months before resuming.Is this correct ?
    It is difficult to know sometimes whether one should continue to supplement indefinitely with any Vitamins etc as a maintenance regime or use in an on/off cycle .
    What do you think.

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    • Hello,

      No, that’s no necessarily true. We have found an article or two online stating that users should stop use of SBT oil after a few months. We weren’t able to find supporting documents to prove that idea. The main nutrients you get from SBT oil are omegas 3,6,7 & 9 along with naturally occurring vitamin E (usually only in seed oil). There is no danger in taking any of those for an extended period of time. The body uses and needs EFAs and the amount of Vitamin E is low. Not to mention that it’s nearly impossible to overdose on vitamin E.

      Most people that we are aware of take sea buckthorn oil everyday for long periods of time without negative effects. People who have issues with blood clotting and are on medication for those type of problems should talk to their doctors about taking sea buckthorn oil, because it has a natural blood thinning effect for some people.

      It’s true that some vitamins and herbal treatments need to be only taken for short periods of time. Sea buckthorn oil, as far as we know, is safe to take for an extended period of time. If you can share the article you read or any documents that would help us answer your question even further. We also like to see that type of information in general.

      Thank you!

      Reply
  14. We pick a lot of seabuckthorn berries every year and make jams and syrups. My question is, is it safe to do something with the seeds? My thought was to dry out the seeds and left over pulp and grind it into a powder to use for smoothies?

    Reply
    • Hello,

      Yes it’s safe to eat the seeds for sure! The seeds are high in Omega-3. I have never eaten the seeds but the oil has a nutty flavor so I bet they’d taste great in a smoothie.

      Thanks!

      Reply
  15. Hi, great article, THANKS!!!!
    I would like to make an olive oil/seabuckthorn berry (incl. seed) maceration. Should I cut up the berry to expose the seed proir to adding oil? Or should I leave the berry whole?
    Also, will I still receive all the skin loving Omega 7 from the berry by this method of extraction? And from the seed?
    Thanks in advance 🙂

    Reply
    • Hi there,

      Yes, you should chop up the berries slightly. And yes, you will still get the Omega 7 but it will be a bit less concentrated.

      Thank you

      Reply
  16. Hi there
    I suffer from oily sensitive rosacea skin .I would like to know which one is better to use the fruit one or the seed one?
    Thanks in advance

    Reply
    • Hello,
      Rosacea can be a tricky thing to deal with. There is no guarantee that it will work but many people have told us that using seed oil topically as a treatment has helped. After you wash your face just take a drop of the seed oil and apply to the areas where your rosacea is happening. Your skin will absorb it right away after a few minutes. Then if you wear facial lotions you can apply that on top of it.

      You may also want to try taking a capsule blend that has both fruit oil and seed oil internally. Sea buckthorn oil works best if you take it internally as well as externally for skin issues.

      Good luck and we hope that helps

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    • Hi Musa , I had Rosacea and then I read about sea buckthorn. It has changed my life completely . I took capsules of the seed oil twice daily and then used the berry oil topically . It took five days for my face to become clear and I haven’t looked back. I took the capsules for a year and any time I saw any eruption I would use the berry oil. It’s been two years now and I have only to take the capsules if I see any spots coming and it soon sorts them out! Hope this helps .

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  17. Hello
    I am about to make my own facial oil, and I would like to put the “berry oil” in it, but I would like not to be orange in my face. I will put 4,5 ml. in out of the total 30 ml. Will I still be orange?

    Kind R.
    N

    Reply
    • Hi there,

      That sounds right but it’s hard to tell unless you experiment. Maybe start with an even smaller amount and keep adding to your mixture until you start to see the orange.

      Thanks!

      Reply
  18. My hair is getting thin and shed a lot. I have skin rashes high blood pressure diabetes high cholestrole. Which oil I should use (seed or fruit oil).

    Reply
    • Hello,

      If you can get a capsule with a blend of both oils- that would be ideal. You really want both because the oils combined have a good mixture of fatty acids and antioxidants that will be able to help you address the most of your issues.

      Thank you

      Reply
    • Hi Frankie,

      To our knowledge Sea buckthorn should not affect your other medications. We highly recommend checking in with your doctor if that is something that you’re concerned about just to be sure.

      Thank you,

      Reply
  19. Hi,

    I have sensitive skin, oily and clogged pores. Will either these two oils block my pores? I have tried coconut oil before it clogged so bad and afraid to put oil again on my face. If they can help to clear sebum and unclogged which one will help? Berry or seed?

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  20. I bought Sea Buckthorn seed oil for my husband with Psoriasis. His skin was so, so, inflamed.Then we ordered the berry. His skin started to heal with no inflammation unless he started back on the sweets a lot. We have included the Omega 7 blend of Sea Buckthorn that he takes one every morning. He is soooo much better. If we had not gotten either of them, he would not get a wink of sleep, ever. Now he sleeps so restful. I use both berry and seed with a little coconut oil mixed to apply to my hyper pigmented spots and to get an even skin tone. I love it. The orange glow is nice on my skin.

    Thank you for being there, from me and my husband

    Reply
    • Hi Lisa,

      A lot of our customers have success with using either oil for relieving symptoms of keratosis pilaris, though there is no guarantee that everyone will have the same success. We highly suggest giving the seed oil a try for this.

      Thank you,

      Reply
  21. ok…I just read every question and reply. I didn’t want to be a repeat…lol. I have naturally blonde hair (no grays yet at age 59) that has always been fine but has been now thinning.The doctors aren’t sure if it’s an age related issue or the fact that I have been under major stress for over 3 yrs. I am female. I’m wondering if the berry oil put on topically will help it grow back (& maybe stop dht if thats the issue) and will the orange color absorb into the hair or would it wash out fully? TY!

    Reply
    • Hello,

      If your hair is very light you may see a tinting of color due to the saturation of the oil. Hair grows from the inside out so to improve your hair we would suggest taking the oil internally. This can be done fairly easily by adding it to fruit smoothies, salads, or anything pre-cooked. Do not heat the oil and do not use it to cook with. Sea buckthorn oil contains omega-3 which is well known for boosting hair health.

      Thank you,

      Reply
  22. Which oil is good for treating esophagitis? Itdeveloped from GERD and it’s hurts so much. im on the strict diet but the healing takes too long

    Reply
    • Hello,

      In general, the berry oil would probably be the best option because of the omega 7 and other components. Many studies have shown that sea buckthorn berry oil has helped delicate mucous membranes- like the ones in your stomach and throat. It wouldn’t hurt to get a blend of seed and berry oil, just because there will be even more anti-inflammatory components that could help too.

      Thank you

      Reply
  23. My son has tinea versicolor. Taking a probiotic has helped. Would you recommend taking a blend of seed and berry oil internally and topically?

    Reply
    • Hello,

      You may want to try some berry oil treatments on the skin topically. We aren’t sure if internal use will help, but trying it couldn’t hurt. Sea buckthorn oils do have some mild anti-bacterial properties. If nothing else, the oils may help with inflammation or irritation.

      Thanks

      Reply
  24. Hi
    I’am 45years old, over 20-years work in heavy construction in London, from last 6-mc I feel my bone joints more and more painful, special small one like, fingers and wrists and last 2-mc my heels like getting shorter…. (like pull, special in the morning) so far I read because not believe to any Dr…. is a gout, I know good diet helps (which I start), but do You think that sea buckthorn can help me also? one or other, or both?
    Best wishes…
    Sincerely
    M.P.

    Reply
    • Hi Miroslaw,

      Sea buckthorn oil can help relieve inflammation in the body. To relieve inflammation it would be suggested to use sea buckthorn berry oil. You can do this by purchasing daily berry oil capsules.

      Thank you.

      Reply
  25. Hello,
    Can I not just eat the berries? The oil is there, just not concentrated, and there is so much vitamin C as well. I find them delicious! To make a beverage, and to avoid the whole seeds, I pass them through my masticating juicer and then dilute with water. Do you think there is any downside to eating the berries? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Hi Gail,

      The berries are too sour to be eaten raw. You can find them in high concentrated juices jams, or syrups but they will not have the same nutritional value as the oil. Any time produce is processed or cooked it loses nutrients along the way.

      Thank you.

      Reply
  26. Can I apply seabuckthorn oil blend on scars or dark spot on my face? Seabuckthorn oil blend contains berries and seed oil, with omega 3,6, 7 & 9? Your advice appreciated, thx.

    Reply
    • Hi Christina,

      Yes, you can definitely apply pure oil directly to your skin. Yes if you find a blend of seed and berry oil, it will contain Omega 3,6,9 & 7. Typically, berry oil is better for scarring because of omega 7 and seed oil is better for dark spots. A blend sounds like a good idea for you. You’ll probably need to use it as a treatment because the sea buckthorn berry oil is bright orange. Meaning, treat it like you would a mud mask- apply to your skin, leave on for at least 30 mins, but then wipe or wash off access oil. Another easy way to do this is to use skincare infused with both oils. Thanks!

      Reply
  27. I plan to use sea buckthorn seed oil or berry oil for formulating anti-aging facial cream. Which oil is the right choice?
    Do you have the vitamin and fatty acids profile for seed oil and berry oil? If you have them, can you post them?

    Thank you very much

    Reply
    • Hello,

      Both oils have anti-aging properties actually. Berry oil has omega-7 which is great for cellular health, fighting scars and moisture. Seed oil has Omega 3, which is an antioxidant (great for anti-aging) and moisture. You’ll probably want a bit of both, perhaps with slightly more seed oil for the antioxidants. Right now we don’t have a profile on our site but you should be able to find that on different brand sites.

      Thanks

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    • Hello,

      Yes, sea buckthorn berry oil is great for wounds, cuts and burns. Just make sure to sanitize and clean out wounds before applying oil. After that you can apply one drop of oil to the wound and bandage as normal. Of course, if the injuries are very serious, please consult a medical professional before using anything on wounds. But for regular cuts, burns and bruises that do not need serious medical attention- SBT oil is great.

      Thank you

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  28. Hi, I have a hyperpigmentation which is cause by skin pealing sun burn, since 8 yrs back, seed oil or fruit oil which one should be better and suit for my skin

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    • Hello,

      We would suggest using the seed oil- though both oils are rich with antioxidants that could help your situation.

      Thanks

      Reply
  29. Good day.I would like to know which form of seabuckthorn contains the most vitamin C?The berry syrup,the berry oil,the seeds oil,or just dried berries capsules?

    I badly need to know that.

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    • Hello,

      The juice will have the highest amount of vitamin c. However, if you want more for your money, we’d recommend just drinking orange juice as sea buckthorn juice can be very pricey.

      Thanks

      Reply
  30. My aunt has just gotten her backyard ready so that she can plant a garden in the back. It would be cool if she planted a sea buckthorn plant because of how useful it is. I’ll be sure to tell her that the oil is packed with carotene and can improve eyesight.

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  31. I have a 6 month old that suffers from eczema and dry skin. I’ve had to use steroid cream to get her eczema under control. I would rather not use steroids in the future by preventing flare up. My current issue is her dry skin. She’s constantly scratching her skin to the point where she’s covered in marks and her skin gets scabbed over. Do you recommend the berry or the seed oil? What is the best way to apply the oil to her skin, pure or diluted in a mixture?

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