Sea buckthorn is a shrub whose berries and seeds deliver vitamins, antioxidants, and distinctive fatty acids including a rare omega-7 called palmitoleic acid. The oil works to soothe dry or irritated skin and helps maintain healthy mucous membranes lining the digestive tract. It also supports the body’s natural immune defenses.
You can find it as a fruit or seed oil, a powdered extract, or a juice. Softgel capsules are the typical format for the oil, while the powder mixes easily into smoothies or water. Dose amounts shift depending on which form and concentration you choose.
Watch for a few safety points. Sea buckthorn may thin the blood and can interact with medications for blood pressure, diabetes, and clotting conditions. Its safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding remains unknown.