Sea buckthorn oil: application, benefits, harm

Sea buckthorn has always been famous for its healing properties, knowledge of which has been passed down from generation to generation. However, the berry is a berry, but the oil made from the fruits of this plant is much more convenient to use. Today we will analyze in detail what is the benefit of this product, what is the harm and how it can be used in general.

Sea buckthorn oil: medicinal properties

Let's look superficially first. So, the healing qualities of sea buckthorn oil:

• strengthening immune system;
• an excellent wound healing agent, used up to the treatment of peptic ulcer of both the stomach and the duodenum;
• bactericidal properties that help with long-term non-healing, festering wounds, as well as other problems associated with the skin;
• natural pain reliever;
• taking sea buckthorn oil can improve blood circulation and increase the elasticity of blood vessels;
• lowers blood cholesterol levels;
• an excellent remedy for tonsillitis, periodontal disease, stomatitis;
• applicable in the treatment of hair, namely dandruff, stimulates hair growth;
• favorably affects the work of the cardiovascular system;
• has mild laxative properties, so it can be used to treat constipation;
• its use inside - prevention of obesity;
• contributes to the normalization of the process metabolism;
• prevents the formation of blood clots;
• heals and normalizes the liver;
• good for eyesight;
• has a beneficial effect on the work of the thyroid gland and pancreas;
• has a tonic property;
• creates protection against harmful ultraviolet radiation;
• retains male potency for a long time;
• It is widely used in cosmetology for various purposes, which we will talk about a little later.

Sea buckthorn oil benefits and harms

The taste of sea buckthorn oil is quite specific and not everyone will be able to use it with pleasure, but it has a lot of useful properties. This is primarily due to the unique chemical composition of the plant's fruits. The bright color of the berries is due to the high content of vitamin A and carotenoids. The berry contains a lot of vegetable fats (3-10%). In addition, sea buckthorn oil contains a high content of calcium, iron, magnesium, nickel and manganese, vitamins K, E, B, C, organic acids, pectin, tannins and phytoncides.

Sea buckthorn oil deservedly holds the palm among other oils in terms of the amount of useful elements it contains. This allows her to be highly popular not only in traditional medicine, but also in official and cosmetology.

The oil helps to strengthen the immune system, as it is characterized by a powerful antiviral effect. Even in the most difficult periods of epidemics, it will help you stay "on your feet" and avoid infections. It is used to treat sinusitis, rhinitis, sinusitis and other diseases that are associated with the throat and oral cavity.

The wound-healing and bactericidal properties of the product make it possible to effectively cure problem wounds, even those that fester and cannot be treated for a long time. With it, postoperative sutures are very quickly tightened.

It is included in the complex treatment of duodenal and stomach ulcers. In addition, the oil contributes to the rapid removal of leucorrhoea in inflammatory processes.

With its regular use, the walls of the blood vessels become stronger, the harmful cholesterol in the blood returns to normal, and all organs will receive sufficient nutrition, since the blood flow is significantly improved.

Effectively combats weight problems, including obesity. Organizes the normal functioning of the metabolism. It has a beneficial effect on the work of the pancreas and thyroid gland, therefore it is used to treat diseases of these organs. Sea buckthorn oil is a mild natural laxative, therefore it is widely used in the treatment of constipation. In gynecology, traditional healers prescribe this product for the treatment erosion of the cervix and colpitis.

With the help of the same oil, you can forget about vision problems and even cataracts.

But the valuable oil is most applicable in cosmetology, where it is used as a remedy for getting rid of freckles and age spots. It significantly improves the condition of the nails and hair, preventing and eliminating dandruff from the latter. The oil, as well as the plant extract, can often be found in quality sunscreens, as it provides good protection from ultraviolet radiation.

Harm of sea buckthorn oil

Despite the benefits that this wonderful product of nature brings, it also harbors negative sides. It is worth remembering that, first of all, this is a very strong, highly concentrated preparation. After all, there is a significant difference between "eat a teaspoon of sea buckthorn berries" and "drink a teaspoon of oil." In order not to harm your body, it is better to consult a doctor before using it, who will help you choose the right and safe dosage.

Doctors unanimously insist that pure sea buckthorn oil should not be used to treat external skin lesions, be it wounds or diseases of a dermatological nature. Self-preparation of formulations is encouraged, for example, with egg white or with other oils (olive, vegetable). You can also combine it with creams and ointments that are pre-purchased from pharmacies. Using 100% oil in the treatment of skin problems can significantly reduce the level of skin's resistance to aggressive external factors.

Oil can show its negative qualities at the moment diarrhea of course, when it comes to ingestion, as such treatment can aggravate stool problems, leading to dehydration. It can also be harmful for people who suffer from diseases of the liver, biliary and stomach, that is why, in order to avoid complications, it is imperative to consult your doctor.

As such, sea buckthorn oil does not carry harm to a healthy person, the main thing is not to increase the permissible dosage of the drug, and then everything will be fine. But with chronic health problems, specialist advice is always required, even if the oil helps to get rid of the existing ailment.

Contraindication of sea buckthorn oil

Among the contraindications, first of all, is the individual intolerance of the components that make up the sea buckthorn oil. As mentioned a little earlier, it should not be used for exacerbation of chronic diseases of the pancreas, liver and bile. Never use the composition for diarrhea.

It is also worth mentioning the caution of external use. Sea buckthorn oil can be called allergenic means. Therefore, before applying the composition to large areas of the skin, check the reaction of your body on the inside of the bend of the elbow or wrist. Apply a small amount and wait for a few hours. If at the end of the "probation" period did not follow any unpleasant sensations or visible reactions, you can safely apply it as planned.

Application of sea buckthorn oil

The mentioned product has a wide range of applications. It popular among cosmetologists and specialists in traditional and official medicine, it can also be found in cooking... But first things first.

For babies

Sea buckthorn oil is often used by parents in the care of their babies. The composition is used to wipe the places of diaper rash, including making compresses. It promotes quick removal inflammation  and soothes  tender skin crumb and. It is also very popular for thrush treatment in children, which parasitizes in the oral cavity and causes a lot of discomfort. Sea buckthorn oil helps to quickly restore tissues with glossitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane of the tongue), which often appears in cases of biting the tongue. When teething of the first teeth When babies suffer from pain and itching in their gums, sea buckthorn oil will be a real salvation for everyone.

Sea buckthorn oil for face

As mentioned earlier, the oil has a very high content of vitamin A. It is this element that is responsible for the hydration and elasticity of the skin. Vitamin E, of which there is also a lot in the oil, prolongs the youthfulness of the skin... Vitamin C makes the skin elastic, maintains its beauty and a healthy complexion. Sea buckthorn oil is indicated for the care of fading and problem skin, since it is for these types that its chemical composition is the most optimal.

The oil helps to smooth wrinkles, improves skin tone, gives elasticity to problem areas as faces, So and Total body... Therefore, it can be added not only to face creams, but to body lotion. The oil helps to nourish the skin with moisture, so it will become a “lifeline” in the harsh season, when the skin is subject to flaking and roughness. However, even if there are no wrinkles yet, the use of oil is encouraged from the age of 25-26, which will prolong youthfulness, slowing down the aging process.

The oil shows good results in skin whitening therefore it is often present in masks for age spots and freckles. With its help, problems are treated acne and acne. The composition can be used instead of moisturizers and caring drugs behind a thin  skin lips and eye, but also in role strengthening funds for eyelashes.

However, sea buckthorn oil is not recommended for pure use. First and, practically, this is mainly due to the high content of carotene in the composition, which is able to influence the sensitivity of the epidermis, weakening its natural protective barrier. The only time when "pure" oil is applied without fear is the desire to get rid of age spots and freckles. But even in this case, the composition must be applied pointwise, exclusively on the affected areas. Literally a couple of droplets of oil in clean the form can grease damaged lips and very rough and dry areas of the body that require emergency care.

It is also important to note that oils obtained by cold pressing (virgin) are suitable for external use. It is very simple to use oil in facial skin care, just add it to your usual creams. True, due to its bright orange color, it is better to apply it on the face at night, since during the day the skin can acquire a carrot shade. It is enough to add just a couple of drops of the composition to a single portion of the cream, mix and apply on the face, rubbing along the massage lines. One drop is enough for a dose of eye cream or gel.

You can create creams according to your own recipes. To do this, mix sea buckthorn oil with other oils that are combined with your skin, including ethers. The main thing is to observe the proportions, for 1 part of sea buckthorn oil there should be at least 4 parts of other components.

Sea buckthorn oil for hair

Regular use of this oil on hair and scalp helps to improve their condition. So, you can get rid of long-standing dandruff, relieve irritation and eliminate acne on the head... Masks, which are based on sea buckthorn oil, contribute to the rapid recovery of hair, which have been damaged by discoloration and the impact of aggressive environmental factors: drying with a hairdryer, regular application of styling products and the use of a curling iron.

After completing the course of hair masks with sea buckthorn oil, you will notice that your curls have become shiny, manageable, silky and healthy. Their structure will change significantly in a positive direction.

Here are some recipes to try.

• Pour three tablespoons of dry burdock roots with one and a half glasses of water and bring to a boil. After that, reduce the heat to the lowest and leave to simmer for a quarter of an hour. Pass the broth through a sieve or cheesecloth, add five tablespoons of sea buckthorn oil and beat well. Apply the resulting composition to the hair roots and the curls themselves, leaving for 15-30 minutes, then wash your hair in the usual way. Suitable for dry hair.
• For oily hair, you can use the following recipe. In a bowl, combine two tablespoons of sea buckthorn and castor oils, add two yolks to them. Mix everything thoroughly and apply to roots and hair. Wrap up with plastic wrap or put on a hat, and wrap a terry towel over it. After half an hour, wash off the composition with shampoo.
• A universal caring mask that will suit absolutely any hair type has the following recipe. Combine castor oil, sea buckthorn oil, burdock and eucalyptus oil in equal amounts. Distribute the mass over the head and curls, leave for a couple of hours. Such a mask is especially relevant during periods of cold weather.

Sea buckthorn oil in gynecology

In medicine, sea buckthorn oil is used not only in Russia. Its healing qualities are recognized all over the world. In gynecology, it is relevant because of its ability to accelerate tissue regeneration, disinfect and heal wounds. Often, the indication for its use is the inflammatory processes of the appendages. To eliminate the problem, tampons, abundantly soaked in oil, are inserted inside. The procedure is repeated three times per day. The duration of one procedure is 120 minutes, i.e. two hours. By a similar principle, erosion is also treated, only the duration of the tampon inside is 20 hours. True, as practice shows, this method shows the greatest efficiency only in the initial stage of the disease, when the lesions are minimal.

However, in no case should you self-medicate. Everything should happen with the permission of the doctor and under his supervision. Otherwise, the problem may worsen, for example, if there are contraindications to the use of oil.

Sea buckthorn oil in the nose

A suitable consistency of oil, when instilled into the nose, envelops the mucous membrane, relieves irritation and inflammation, and helps to soften the crusts that have arisen. With its help, you can "pierce" the nose, establishing normal breathing in a completely natural way. In addition to the direct action, in this way the body receives nutrients and useful substances, which has a positive effect on the general well-being, because all the components enter the bloodstream through the mucous membrane. After a couple of days of regular instillation of the composition into the nose, the runny nose completely leaves the patient and the latter recovers.

The oil can be used both for inhalation and as nasal drops. Four times a day, two to three drops should be instilled into each nostril. With such a simple method, not only a simple rhinitis is treated, but also sinusitis, which causes a lot of inconvenience and pain. But, in any case, do not use such method of treating rhinitis in children up to two years.

Sea buckthorn oil for hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are a very intimate problem, which they do not like to talk about out loud, nevertheless, it worries many. Some are even embarrassed to purchase specialized drugs for the treatment of the disease. Sea buckthorn oil will be a real salvation for such people.

External hemorrhoids are eliminated with compresses and baths.

• Soak a gauze in oil and apply to the problem area. Leave it overnight.
• For the bath, prepare the following composition: pour ten branches of sea buckthorn with boiling water and leave for about three hours. Pour the finished composition into the bath and add a couple of tablespoons of sea buckthorn oil.

Internal hemorrhoids are treatable with microclysters. For this, 50 ml of warm oil is injected into the rectum and kept for half an hour. You need to lie on your left side. If this procedure seems too dreary, you can replace the enema with tampons, which are pre-moistened abundantly in oil, and then inserted into the anus for a couple of hours. The procedure should be carried out after the intestines have been emptied.

The duration of the mentioned courses of treatment is 10 days, after which a two-week break is made. To enhance the effect, during the month, it is permissible to take the oil orally, in a teaspoon. Of course, if there are no contraindications.

At the pharmacy, you can buy ready-made candles with sea buckthorn oil. They cost mere pennies, but they are very easy to use and no less effective. It should also be understood that the treatment of hemorrhoids should be comprehensive, which includes adherence to a special diet and exercise, which will be prescribed by a specialist.

Sea buckthorn oil during pregnancy

During pregnancy, the female body undergoes many changes, the immune system can fail from time to time, which can manifest itself in the development of various kinds of inflammation and diseases. The pelvic organs are especially vulnerable. For the prevention and treatment of such ailments, doctors often prescribe procedures with sea buckthorn oil for expectant mothers. It can also be prescribed as a fortifying agent in order to prevent the development of diseases and increase the body's resistance to colds and viral infections. However, consult your supervising physician before taking this medicine.

Sea buckthorn oil inside

Inside, sea buckthorn oil can be taken as a general tonic, as a mild laxative, and also for the treatment of certain diseases. Before that, you need to make sure that there is no allergy to it and there is no individual intolerance to the components. In general, it is highly advisable to consult a pediatrician before taking it.

Sea buckthorn oil treatment

Here are some recipes that will help in the treatment of ailments.

• For problems associated with ulcers and gastritis: the oil is taken orally in a teaspoon half an hour before meals. The duration of the course of treatment is a month. If the acidity of the stomach is increased, then the oil should be washed down with non-carbonated alkaline mineral water.
• For the treatment of colpitis and cervicitis: the walls of the vagina and cervix are lubricated with oil. The procedure must be done after preliminary douching of the vagina with warm boiled water. The duration of the course of treatment is 14 procedures. If a repeated course is needed, then it is carried out with a break of six weeks.
• To eliminate cracks and inflammation in the corners of the lips, it will be enough to simply lubricate the affected surface with sea buckthorn oil.
• For gum disease, apply a cotton swab with sea buckthorn oil to the affected areas. You need to keep it for 15 minutes.
• It is possible to get rid of acute and chronic sinusitis if 5 ml of sterile oil is injected into the maxillary sinuses. The procedure is repeated twice a day.

How to make sea buckthorn oil

Method number 1

1. Wash and dry fresh berries thoroughly, distributing them on paper.
2. Squeeze the juice out of the prepared product. If pieces of berries have leaked into the latter, strain the composition.
3. Pour the "nectar" into a shallow but wide-rimmed bowl. This will facilitate the subsequent collection of the resulting oil.
4. Place the container in a dark corner for about 24 hours.
5. Taking out the container, you will see how oil has formed on the surface of the juice. It needs to be carefully assembled. This can be done with a small spoon or pipette, which is more convenient. Drain the oil into a known dry vial with a tight-fitting lid.

The finished oil must be stored in the refrigerator. The amount of the product obtained will be small, but it is this oil that is recommended for use in facial care, since it has the highest quality.

Method number 2

Unlike the previous method, in addition to berries, you will need refined oil, which you can choose to your taste.

1. Wash the berries well and dry in the oven over very low heat. The berries should be completely dry and tough. However, be careful not to burn the fruit.
2. After that, the berries must be turned into flour. To do this, they can be passed through a meat grinder.
3. Pour the resulting flour into a jar and pour in the heated oil so that the latter completely covers the first. Mix thoroughly, cover with a lid and put in a dark place for a week, remembering to shake the composition daily.
4. After the specified time, strain, and put the ready-made oil again to infuse until a sediment appears at the bottom, and the composition itself becomes clean.
5. The finished oil must be poured so that the sediment does not get into a new container.

The finished oil is not pure, but 15%. If a similar procedure is carried out again with a new batch of fruits, but instead of using the usual oil, the obtained one, then the concentration will be doubled, etc.

Method number 3

Here you will need about four glasses of fresh sea buckthorn berries and half a liter of any unrefined oil. Before the cooking process, the fruits must be held in the freezer for about a week. After that, the berries are transferred to the refrigerator for gradual defrosting.

1. Rinse the prepared berries and squeeze the juice out of them. Strain the latter and pour into a jar and refrigerate.
2. Spread the resulting cake on paper and let it dry. Separate the grains from the cake and grind them into flour. Place the latter together with the cake in a 2-liter saucepan.
3. Pour sea buckthorn juice with unrefined oil into the same container. Mix everything well, close the lid and place in a water bath. In this position, hold the composition for about three hours.
4. Remove the pan and place it in a dark corner for 72 hours. After the expiration of the period, it will be possible to find oil on the surface, which must be carefully collected and poured into a prepared container.
5. Pour the remaining composition into a narrower pan and wait another three days. The oil will collect again. The whole process is repeated about four times, all this time the juice is poured into the container already.

Sea buckthorn oil: reviews

Sea buckthorn oil is popular among all segments of the population of different age groups. Everyone uses it for their own purposes, someone for beauty, someone for the purpose of improving their health, but 99% have a positive opinion about the oil.

Sea buckthorn oil, when used correctly, allows you to get stunning results, while it has practically no contraindications and it acts gently, but decisively. What else pleases me is the low cost per product. On average, pharmacies ask for 80 to 180 rubles for a 100 ml bottle. Is this a high price for beauty and health?

If you have no contraindications, then you can safely apply sea buckthorn oil and enjoy the results!