Organix Ladakh Seabuckthorn Soap

1. Moisturises and nourishes the skin

Sea buckthorn oil is rich in fatty acids which are a key component of ceramides. Ceramides are a form of lipid (a naturally-occurring organic compound) and play a significant role in maintaining the skin’s natural barrier, as well as locking moisture into the skin.

It also contains other types of more complex lipid, including:

• Phospholipids and glycolipids – moisturises and softens the epidermis (the skin’s outermost layer) and also improves elasticity of the skin.

• Sterols – helps to strengthen the skin’s natural barrier and reduce water loss through the epidermis.

2. Rich in antioxidants

The substance is a powerful antioxidant, helping to fight free radicals in order to reduce the damage caused by them and other environmental stressors. Free radicals (atoms without an electron pairing) can ‘steal’ electrons from healthy cells, causing skin damage such as dryness, uneven pigmentation and broken blood vessels.

3. Supports skin regeneration

Sea buckthorn oil contains the unsaturated fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an example of an omega-6 fatty acid, which makes it a great ingredient to help repair and regenerate the skin. Other bioactive compounds in the oil, such as flavonoids and carotenoids, also help to support the regeneration of skin cells.

Skin regeneration is especially important for people struggling with various facial skin conditions such as rosacea, eczema or acne. This is because with skin regeneration, the healing process of the affected skin is sped up, and the appearance of scars and marks can be reduced.

4. Anti-inflammatory properties

The oil is known to be rich in GLA, which helps to improve the skin’s blood circulation. This means that the skin has a better supply of oxygen and essential nourishment, so toxins can be removed and inflammation calmed.

5. Improves skin tone and texture

The unsaturated fatty acids present in sea buckthorn oil mean it is a great ingredient for helping to improve the skin’s tone, texture and also structure. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of the oil help to boost the skin’s elasticity and also to remove toxins from the skin, promoting a brighter complexion.