Beneath the boundless skies of Armenia’s highlands, where rugged cliffs meet windswept plateaus and ancient earth pulses with vitality, INSIDE Skincare Labs unearths the brilliance of Hippophae rhamnoides—sea buckthorn. This resilient shrub, its amber berries aglow like embers against the mountain chill, carries a legacy of healing and a promise of luminous skin. For skincare devotees who cherish clean, sustainable beauty, sea buckthorn, nurtured by Armenia’s mineral-rich terroir, weaves a vibrant tale of resilience and renewal.
Sea buckthorn’s story is etched in the annals of time, its golden fruit a beacon across cultures. In ancient Greece, legends tell of horses fed its berries, their coats gleaming with vigor, earning its name hippophae (“shining horse”). Tibetan and Mongolian healers, as early as the 8th century, crushed its berries into salves to soothe burns and mend wounds, their vibrant oils revered in sacred texts like the rGyud-bzhi. By the Middle Ages, Armenian herbalists in the Syunik and Vayots Dzor regions harvested sea buckthorn from rocky slopes, blending its pulp into balms to protect skin against harsh winters and rejuvenate weary complexions. In Chinese medicine, it was a tonic for vitality, its nutrient-dense berries applied to restore radiance. Across the Silk Road, sea buckthorn’s fame grew, its oils prized in medieval apothecaries for healing scars and softening skin. In Armenia’s highlands, where intense sunlight and volcanic soils amplify its potency, this golden berry became a folk remedy, its tart brilliance a shield against the elements.
For those devoted to eco-conscious skincare, sea buckthorn’s rich chemistry is a gift. Bursting with antioxidants like vitamin C and vitamin E, it battles free radicals, shielding skin from environmental stress and premature aging. Its omega fatty acids—3, 6, 7, and 9—nourish and repair the skin barrier, promoting elasticity and hydration. Anti-inflammatory carotenoids and flavonoids calm redness and soothe irritation, making it ideal for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin. Its regenerative properties accelerate healing, fading scars and boosting glow.
At INSIDE Skincare Labs, we harness sea buckthorn’s wonders via CO2 extract, a sustainable method that preserves its potent bioactives, delivering concentrated benefits to our formulations. This gentle yet powerful extract refines texture and evens tone, unveiling a luminous complexion.
From ancient remedies to modern alchemy, sea buckthorn’s golden legacy endures. Sustainably sourced from Armenia’s wild highlands, it embodies our ethos: nature’s heart, refined by science. Find Sea Buckthorn CO2 Extract in our Calming Aroma Balm, a luxurious blend of natural ingredients that works to soothe and hydrate sensitive skin, while promoting elasticity and protecting against dryness.
