Packaging 200 ml.
The healing properties of sea buckthorn fruits and the sea buckthorn oil produced from them were discovered in ancient times. The first mentions of the miraculous power of sea buckthorn berries date back to the XI century. BC in the tracts of ancient Tibetan and ancient Greek healers. In his scientific works, Hippocrates described in detail the beneficial effect of sea buckthorn fruits in the treatment of stomach diseases. Soldiers of Ancient Rome and Ancient Egypt often used sea buckthorn berries to heal wounds received in combat campaigns, and Avicenna advised using sea buckthorn oil to treat burns. In Ancient Greece, before the Olympic Games, sea buckthorn fruits were fed to horses to increase their endurance, as well as to make their hair shiny and silky.
The healing power of sea buckthorn berries and sea buckthorn oil have long been known to Slavic peoples. During his travels in Bulgaria and Moravia, Kirill, the founder of Slavic literature, often used it to treat local residents vegetable oil obtained from sea buckthorn fruits. Sea buckthorn fruits, which were pleasant to the taste, were also served to the table of Russian tsars (perhaps that is why, to this day, sea buckthorn is called "tsar's berry"). Moreover, expeditions to the Orenburg steppes, to the banks of the Don and the Danube, were specially equipped to collect these valuable berries for their health benefits.
Composition of sea buckthorn oil
Having high biological value, sea buckthorn oil is the richest source of the most useful substances for the human body (carotenoids, vitamins (E, C, B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, K), macro- and microelements (magnesium, iron, calcium, manganese, silicon, nickel, molybdenum, etc.), amino acids, mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids, phytosterols, phospholipids). Sea buckthorn oil also contains a number of other biochemical components that largely determine the various therapeutic and preventive uses of this useful plant product (among such substances are flavonoids (rutin, isorhamnetin, quercetin, kaempferol, etc.), triterpenes acids (ursolic, oleanolic, etc.), organic acids (tartaric, salicylic, oxalic, malic, amber), phytoncides, tannins, pectins, coumarins, etc.). antioxidant activity of vitamin A). According to the content of these substances, sea buckthorn oil is the undisputed leader among all vegetable oils. Synthesized from carotenoids in the human body, vitamin A determines the powerful wound-healing and anti-inflammatory effect of sea buckthorn oil, plays a key role in the formation of immunity, in the processes of growth and production of steroid hormones by the human body, in the work of the organs of vision and the functioning of the reproductive system, in the processes of natural synthesis of collagen and keratin. And in addition, vitamin A, which is necessary for the normal condition of the visual apparatus, skin and mucous membranes, is "responsible" for the regulation of blood sugar levels and takes part in the formation of bone tissue and tooth enamel.
The concentration of vitamin E in sea buckthorn oil is also high (2 times more of this antioxidant substance in sea buckthorn oil than in wheat germ oil). Necessary for puberty, sexual activity and the production of testosterone, which plays a major role in the processes of spermatogenesis and embryonic development, vitamin E enhances the anti-inflammatory, immunostimulating and wound-healing effect of vitamin A contained in sea buckthorn oil. In addition, this "vitamin of youth" contributes to the maintenance of optimal hormonal balance and normal skin moisture, improves the work of the cardiovascular system and muscles, and plays a very important role in preventing premature aging of the human body.
In terms of the content of the second antioxidant - vitamin C, sea buckthorn oil also leads, second only to rosehip oil (it should be noted that vitamin C in sea buckthorn oil is significantly higher than in oranges, lemons and other citrus fruits). Participating in the synthesis of nucleic acids, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, possessing anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties, vitamin C plays an important role in the processes of hematopoiesis, collagen production and the synthesis of steroid hormones, strengthens the walls of blood vessels, has a beneficial effect on the functional state of the organs of vision, and, like vitamins A and E contained in sea buckthorn oil, actively contributes to the strengthening of immunity.
Vitamins of group B (B1, B2, B3, B6, B9) present in sea buckthorn oil take an active part in protein, carbohydrate, water-salt and lipid metabolism, and also participate in the synthesis of hormones produced by the adrenal glands, thyroid and pancreas. These vitamins are responsible for the regulation of the work of the nervous, cardiovascular, digestive and muscular systems, and are also necessary for the proper functioning of the organs of vision and for the good condition of the skin, nails and hair. The lack of B vitamins in the body, as a rule, leads to anemia, the development of ulcer disease, the deterioration of wound healing and other negative consequences.
Vitamin K, the high content of which is distinguished by sea buckthorn oil, normalizes blood clotting, reducing the risk of subcutaneous hemorrhages, and is also necessary for the prevention of osteoporosis and normal kidney function.
Fatty acid composition sea buckthorn oil is very diverse. Sea buckthorn oil contains the monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids most useful for the human body (palmitoleic - 23-31%, oleic Omega-9 - 9-13%, linoleic Omega-6 - 15-16%, linoleic Omega-3 - 4-6%). Also, representatives of saturated fatty acids are present in sea buckthorn oil (palmitic - 29-40%, stearic - 1.5%, myristic - 1-1.5%).
In a complex combination, the mono- and polyunsaturated acids included in the composition of sea buckthorn oil (as well as vitamins A, E and C contained in this product) have a pronounced anti-inflammatory and immunostimulating effect. have a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin, and in addition contribute to the improvement of lipid metabolism, restoration of normal hormonal balance and effective cleansing of the body from impurities, toxins and other harmful substances. It is worth noting that the Omega-6, Omega-9, and Omega-3 acids contained in sea buckthorn oil in combination with palmitic acid have a very beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system as well (normalize blood pressure, reduce the risk of thrombosis, prevent the formation of dangerous cholesterol plaques on the walls of blood vessels).
Medicinal and preventive properties of sea buckthorn oil
Thanks to a wide range of beneficial properties (immunomodulatory, wound-healing, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, choleretic, analgesic, oncoprotective, radioprotective, etc.), sea buckthorn oil is rich in natural antibiotics, antioxidants and mineral substances throughout For many centuries, it is widely used in the prevention and treatment of various diseases.
Benefits of sea buckthorn oil in diseases of the digestive system. With regular internal use, sea buckthorn oil promotes the activation of the exocrine function of the pancreas, improves digestion, regulates the secretion of gastric juice, strengthens the motor-evacuatory function of the intestines, and also significantly improves lipid metabolism in the liver and promotes the restoration of hepatocytes damaged as a result of the action of alcohol or toxins, preventing the development of fatty steatosis of the liver. In addition, sea buckthorn oil has an enveloping and wound-healing effect in erosive-ulcerative lesions of the mucous membranes of the esophagus, stomach, and intestines and prevents the development of inflammatory processes in the organs of the digestive system. Due to the above-described effect, sea buckthorn oil has long been and traditionally used as part of the complex treatment of such diseases as esophagitis, gastroduodenitis, gastritis with increased acidity (hyperacidity gastritis), gastric and duodenal ulcers, chronic colitis, enterocolitis, nonspecific ulcerative colitis, and is also introduced into the diet for the prevention of gallstone disease and fatty dystrophy liver.
Use of sea buckthorn oil in diseases and traumatic skin injuries. Rich in substances that have a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and wound-healing effect (vitamins A, E, C, tannins, magnesium, flavonoids, phytosterols, mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids) sea buckthorn oil significantly improves epithelization and granulation processes in various skin diseases (such as dermatitis, cheilitis, acne, neurodermatitis, scaly or lichen planus, tuberculosis of the skin, eczema, pyoderma, furuncles) and traumatic injuries of any integument (buckthorn oil is very effective in the treatment of sunburns and radiation burns, frostbite, cuts and cracks on the skin, and difficult-to-heal wounds). sea buckthorn oil provides high quality skin healing without the formation of any rough scars or scars.
Sea buckthorn oil is an effective tool in the treatment of diseases of the female genital area. Sea buckthorn oil, which has anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties and has a pronounced wound-healing effect, is often used in gynecology to treat various diseases of the female genital organs (especially often, intervaginal applications with sea buckthorn oil (in the form of tampons soaked in sea buckthorn oil) are used in the treatment erosion of the cervix, cervicitis, colpitis (including trichomoniasis), endometritis, vaginitis and traumatic injuries of the vaginal mucosa.
Use of sea buckthorn oil as part of the prevention and complex therapy of diseases of the visual apparatus.Sea buckthorn oil is very rich in substances necessary for the proper functioning of the organs of vision (such substances include carotenoids, vitamins E and C vitamins, magnesium, manganese, etc.) included in sea buckthorn oil (converted into vitamin A in the human body) play an important role in the synthesis of retinal pigments, and also significantly reduce the risk of developing various diseases of the cornea and mucous membrane of the eye cloudiness of the lens and play a certain role in reducing intraocular pressure. Vitamin C and flavonoids contained in sea buckthorn oil contribute to the improvement of blood supply to various parts of the eye, and in combination with vitamins A and E, which are part of sea buckthorn oil, actively prevent the development of inflammatory processes in the organs of vision and protect eye tissues from destructive attacks of free radicals therefore, buckthorn oil in the form of drops or in the composition of eye ointments is often used to treat burns and eye injuries, blepharitis, conjunctivitis, trachoma, keratitis, radiation-damaged eyes. For the prevention of such ophthalmic diseases as cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular dystrophy, regular internal use of sea buckthorn is especially useful oil.
In addition, regular use of sea buckthorn oil can bring tangible benefits:
- In the treatment of gum diseases, diseases of the oral cavity and throat, diseases of the upper respiratory tract. Sea buckthorn oil contains a complex of substances that have a pronounced bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effect (vitamins A, C, E, flavonoids, tannins, mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids, phytosterols, manganese, etc.) Therefore, this useful plant product has long been used externally for the treatment of such diseases as tonsillitis, pharyngitis, sinusitis, sinusitis, nasopharyngitis. In addition, sea buckthorn oil, which brings significant relief from toothache in the treatment of stomatitis, gingivitis, periodontitis, periodontitis, pulpitis, periodontitis, and is also quite often used in dentistry for the rapid healing of postoperative wounds.
- As part of the prevention and complex treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system.Sea buckthorn oil is a source of substances that in a complex have a diverse beneficial effect on the functional state of the heart and blood vessels (environment such substances are phytosterols (beta-systosterol, etc.), Omega-6, Omega-9 and palmitic fatty acids, vitamins A, E, C, B vitamins, flavonoids, magnesium, manganese, etc.). prevents the development of inflammatory processes in the cardiovascular system, normalizes blood pressure and blood coagulation. It is in this connection that sea buckthorn oil is often used as part of the prevention and complex treatment of atherosclerosis, ischemic heart disease, and inflammatory diseases of the heart and blood vessels. insulin synthesis by the pancreas (such substances include vitamins A, E, B1, B3, manganese, and some amino acids. Sea buckthorn oil also contains mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids and flavonoids, which contribute to the improvement of lipid metabolism)
- During the rehabilitation period after operations, severe diseases, after undergoing a course of radiation therapy (sea buckthorn oil - a natural multivitamin remedy that effectively restores strength and health)
- In case of avitaminosis or hypovitaminosis of vitamins A and E
- To increase immunity and as part of the prevention of oncological diseases (with oncoprotective properties, sea buckthorn oil is a rich source of antioxidants (vitamins A, E and C), which contribute to strengthening the immune defense of the human body).
Benefits of sea-buckthorn oil for children
Sea-buckthorn oil can be used in the care of infants. Sea-buckthorn oil can be applied to the skin of a baby (compresses with sea-buckthorn oil will also be of great benefit in this case). mouth with children's thrush, the development of which is provoked by frequent vomiting in children or intestinal dysbacteriosis. Also, sea buckthorn oil will help to quickly cope with glossitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane of the tongue), which often occurs in children when the tongue is bitten. And also, regular lubrication of the mucous membrane of the mouth and gums with the help of sea buckthorn oil will relieve pain and itching during teething.
Use of sea buckthorn oil in cosmetology
The high concentration of substances in sea buckthorn oil that have a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin, nails and hair determines the diverse use of this useful plant product in cosmetology.
Sea buckthorn oil has the following cosmetic properties:
- Penetrating deeply through the epidermis and dermis, improves metabolism and microcirculation in the subcutaneous fatty tissue, promotes nutrition, softens the skin, and also protects the skin from drying and peeling (mono- and polyunsaturated acids contained in sea buckthorn oil and vitamin E reliably protect the skin from moisture loss)
- Restores lipid and acid-alkaline balance of the skin
- Contributes to the increase of elasticity and elasticity of the skin, elimination of age-related and mimic wrinkles(vitamins A, C and cream included in the composition of sea buckthorn oil stimulate the natural synthesis of collagen, which is "responsible" for the elasticity and elasticity of the skin)
- Prevents premature aging of the skin, associated with age-related disorders hormonal balance
- Contributes to skin whitening, lightening of freckles and other pigment spots
- Effectively and quickly restores skin damaged due to sun or chemical burns
- Prevents skin inflammation and helps to eliminate acne rash (buckthorn oil is rich in substances that have a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect on skin)
- Improves the condition of hair and scalp (sea buckthorn oil strengthens the hair bulbs, prevents hair loss with seborrhea, stimulates hair growth, giving it shine and silkiness)
Showing the above-described effect when applied externally, sea buckthorn oil is often used both in the cosmetic industry and in home cosmetology for vitamin enrichment of skin and hair care products, and is also used in the composition of:
- Various masks and creams for the care of dry, flaky, roughened, mature, withering, oily and problematic skin
- Whitening skin masks
- Cosmetics that restore skin after tanning
- Lip balms
- Hair care masks
- Aromatherapy preparations
- Massage oils
Sea buckthorn oil enriched with vitamins and minerals is also an effective tool for strengthening and nourishing eyelashes and for caring for brittle and damaged nails.
It is worth noting, что unlike most cosmetic oils, sea buckthorn oil is not recommended to be used often enough for skin care in undiluted, pure form (due to the high content of carotenoids
