Sea Buckthorn
Research reviewed: Up until 03/2026
Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is a dietary supplement with 3 published peer-reviewed studies involving 105 participants, researched for Skin & Cardiovascular Health, Metabolic Health & Blood Sugar.
Evidence at a Glance
Strength is scored by study design, sample size, study type, and outcomes
Skin & Cardiovascular Health
StrongMetabolic Health & Blood Sugar
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Study Quality Breakdown
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Participants Per Study
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Research Timeline
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All Studies
Detailed breakdown of each trial. Click to expand.
Skin & Cardiovascular Health
To evaluate sea buckthorn oil effects on skin moisture, elasticity, and dryness.
Study Type
Randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled
Purpose
To evaluate sea buckthorn oil effects on skin moisture, elasticity, and dryness.
Dose
Sea buckthorn seed oil 5g daily
Participants
45 healthy women with dry skin
Duration
12 weeks
Results
Sea buckthorn oil significantly improved skin moisture, reduced transepidermal water loss, and improved elasticity. Omega-7 (palmitoleic acid) identified as key active component.
How They Measured It
Transepidermal water loss, skin elasticity, moisture content, erythema index
To assess sea buckthorn extract effects on cardiovascular risk markers.
Study Type
Randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled
Purpose
To assess sea buckthorn extract effects on cardiovascular risk markers.
Dose
Sea buckthorn berry extract 900mg daily
Participants
60 healthy adults with borderline lipid levels
Duration
12 weeks
Results
Significant reduction in LDL cholesterol and platelet aggregation. HDL increased. Blood pressure reduced. Cardiovascular benefits attributed to flavonoids and carotenoids.
How They Measured It
LDL, HDL, total cholesterol, blood pressure, platelet aggregation
Metabolic Health & Blood Sugar
To evaluate the effects of sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) on factors related to metabolic syndrome.
Study Type
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Purpose
To evaluate the effects of sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) on factors related to metabolic syndrome.
Dose
Various forms and doses across included trials
Participants
Meta-analysis of multiple RCTs
Duration
Various
Results
Sea buckthorn supplementation significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, total cholesterol, and blood pressure in subjects with metabolic syndrome components.
How They Measured It
Meta-analysis of RCTs; blood glucose, lipid profile, blood pressure, waist circumference
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sea Buckthorn research
There are currently 3 peer-reviewed studies on Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides), involving 105 total participants. Research covers Skin health, Cardiovascular health, Liver support and 1 more areas. The overall evidence strength is rated as Moderate.
The evidence is currently rated as "Moderate Evidence". This rating is based on study design quality (randomisation, blinding, placebo controls), sample sizes, study types (2 human studies), and reported outcomes.
Sea Buckthorn has been researched for: Skin health, Cardiovascular health, Liver support, Immune support. Each area has its own body of evidence which you can explore in the study breakdowns above.
Yes, 2 out of 3 studies are human trials. Human trials carry more weight in our evidence scoring system.
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