Sea buckthorn oil

[4] Oils from sea buckthorn seeds and pulp differ considerably in fatty acid composition.

The high proportion of unsaturated fatty acids are also responsible for the relatively poor shelf life, as they cause sea buckthorn oil to turn rancid quickly.

[citation needed] In general, the main carotenoids present in pulp oil are beta-carotene, zeaxanthin and lycopene.

It has sometimes been used as a type of topical medication for skin disorders,[8][9] although there is no high-quality research proving effectiveness or safety of any such uses.

[5] Preliminary research on sea buckthorn oil has been conducted for its potential biological properties, but, as of 2022[update], there is no high-quality evidence it has any confirmed clinical uses.