Why Sea Buckthorn Deserves a Place in Your Skincare Ritual

There’s something empowering about making your own skincare. You gain full control over the ingredients, the scent, and the purpose—whether you’re looking to nourish dry skin, protect against the elements, or simply take a more mindful, sustainable approach to self-care. For me, it all started with a desire to create products that were both gentle and effective—using ingredients I could trust and tailor to my skin’s changing needs.

That journey led to the creation of three simple yet versatile recipes that now anchor my home apothecary:
✨ A light, fast-absorbing lotion for everyday hydration
🧡 A rich, reparative balm for dry or damaged skin
🌞 A refreshing after-sun gel for cooling and soothing relief

Healing Sea Buckthorn Lotion – Balm – After-Sun Gel
Everyday Hydration, Deep Repair & Soothing Relief

These formulas are easy to make in small batches, satisfying to customize, and made with ingredients chosen for their long history of healing and harmony with the skin.

Essential oils are more than just aromatic additions—they’ve been used in traditional medicine and skin care rituals across cultures for thousands of years. From calming lavender to clarifying tea tree and soothing chamomile, they offer a range of topical benefits that work synergistically with nutrient-dense oils like sea buckthorn seed oil—the star of each of these recipes.

Sea buckthorn seed oil is lightweight, golden, and rich in skin-supportive omega fatty acids and vitamin E. It’s known for its calming, regenerative qualities, making it especially helpful for sensitive, inflamed, or weather-worn skin. In all three recipes, it serves as both a therapeutic base and a nourishing active ingredient.

Whether you’re new to DIY skincare or looking to deepen your home ritual, these recipes are designed to be flexible, approachable, and effective. Each one invites you to experiment with scent, texture, and purpose—while giving your skin the clean, restorative care it deserves.

When to use it: after a shower, on hands and feet, or anywhere that needs daily hydration with a side of anti-fungal support.

👉 Bonus: These base recipes are incredibly easy to customize depending on your skincare goals or scent preferences.

Healing Sea Buckthorn Lotion

Light Cream – For Daily Hydration & Targeted Healing

This healing lotion recipe with beeswax blends the restorative powers of sea buckthorn seed oil, shea butter, and essential oils into a smooth, creamy emulsion that deeply hydrates while offering antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory support. Its bright golden hue and gentle scent give it a handmade, plant-powered charm—perfect for a personal apothecary or thoughtful gift.

Prep Time25

Total Time2 25

Yield: 100 mL

Equipment

1 Small double boiler or a heatproof bowl over a saucepan
1 Silicone spatula
1 Hand mixer or whisk (optional, for whipping into a light and creamy lotion)
1 Measuring spoons and a small kitchen scale (for more precision)
1 Clean glass jar or tin container with lid (100 mL capacity)
1 Label (optional, but great for gift giving or tracking batch date)

Materials

3 tbsp shea butter
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 tbsp sweet almond oil
2 tsp sea buckthorn seed oil
1 1/2 tsp beeswax pellets
5 drops tea tree essential oil (antifungal and deodorizing)
5 drops lavender essential oil (soothing and antimicrobial)

Instructions

Melt: In a double boiler, combine shea butter, coconut oil, almond oil, and beeswax. Stir gently until fully melted.
Cool slightly, then whisk in sea buckthorn seed oil and essential oils.
Whip (optional): Let cool until slightly thickened, then whip with a hand mixer for a fluffy texture.
Store in a clean glass jar with a lid. Shelf stable up to 6 months.

Notes

✏️ Additional Notes

Oil Type: This recipe uses sea buckthorn seed oil, which is rich in colour and nutrients. It may lightly tint the lotion and skin temporarily—this is normal and fades quickly.
Texture Tip: If the final texture feels too loose, you can re-melt and add a bit more beeswax. If too firm, soften with a few drops of sweet almond oil and remix.
Essential Oil Variations:
- For calming skin → chamomile + lavender
- For brightening & circulation → grapefruit + frankincense
- For fungal-prone areas (like feet) → tea tree + eucalyptus
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place, and always use clean fingers or a spatula to avoid contamination.
Shelf Life: Up to 6 months, depending on freshness of ingredients.

Sea Buckthorn Healing Balm

Rich Salve – For Protection & Repair of Dry or Cracked Skin

This rich, soothing balm combines sea buckthorn seed oil, shea butter, and beeswax to create a protective salve ideal for dry, cracked, or irritated skin. Gentle enough for daily use but potent enough for problem areas, it melts on contact and absorbs beautifully. With customizable essential oil options, this balm can easily be adapted to suit specific skincare goals—from calming breakouts to easing muscle aches.

Prep Time20

Total Time2 20

Yield: 60 ml

Equipment

Use the same equipment list as the lotion recipe

Materials

2 1/2 tbsp beeswax pellets
1 1/2 tbsp shea butter
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 tbsp jojoba oil
1 tbsp sea buckthorn seed oil
5 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops chamomile essential oil

Instructions

Melt: Gently melt beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil, and jojoba oil together in a double boiler.
Remove from heat, add sea buckthorn seed oil and essential oils, and stir to combine.
Pour into tins or jars and let cool completely for 24 hrs.

Notes

✏️ Additional Notes

Texture Tip: Want it firmer? Add a touch more beeswax. Want it softer? Add a little more jojoba oil.
Scent Customization:
- For joint pain/bruising: helichrysum + eucalyptus
- For nighttime calming: cedarwood + clary sage
- For acne-prone skin: rose geranium + blue tansy
Shelf Life: Up to 12 months if stored in a cool, dry place away from direct light
Best Practice: Use a clean spatula or finger to avoid introducing moisture or bacteria.

After-Sun Aloe Vera Gel with Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil

Lightweight Gel – For Cooling, Calming, and Restoring Post-Sun Skin

Light, cooling, and ultra-soothing, this after-sun gel is your skin’s best friend after long days in the sun, wind, or dry air. Featuring pure aloe vera gel, sea buckthorn seed oil, and calming essential oils, it helps reduce redness, hydrate deeply, and support skin repair. With its refreshing feel and natural healing properties, it’s a must-have for summer skincare—or anytime your skin needs a gentle reset.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Yield: 120 ml

Equipment

1 mixing bowl
1 Whisk
1 spatula
1 jar with lid or bottle with pump top

Materials

1/2 cup pure aloe vera gel
2 tsp sea buckthorn seed oil
1/2 tsp jojoba oil
1 tsp vitamin E oil
5 drops lavender essential oil
3 drops peppermint essential oil (reduce to 2 drops for sensitive skin)

Instructions

Whisk all ingredients in a bowl until completely smooth.
Transfer to a open mouth or pump jar.
Store refrigerated for up to 6 months. Use liberally on sun-exposed skin.

Notes

✏️ Additional Notes

Oil Choice: Sea buckthorn seed oil is rich in omega fatty acids and vitamin E, making it especially well-suited for calming inflammation, supporting skin repair, and restoring moisture balance—without feeling greasy. Its light texture and golden hue blend seamlessly into gels and serums, leaving skin soft and nourished.
Cooling Boost: Store the gel in the refrigerator for an extra-refreshing feel on hot or irritated skin.
Custom Scent Options:
- Uplifting: grapefruit + spearmint
- Ultra-calming: chamomile + lavender
- For inflamed skin: tea tree + calendula
Preservation Tip: When using fresh aloe gel with no preservatives, store it in the fridge and use within 3 months.
Application Tip: Apply generously after sun exposure, waxing, or heat rash. Avoid eyes and broken skin.

✨The Oil Behind the Recipes✨

Pure Organic Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil (30 mL)

This is the oil that powers every recipe in our Sea Buckthorn Skincare Trio—from the healing balm to the cooling after-sun gel. Our 100% pure, cold-pressed organic sea buckthorn seed oil is rich in omega fatty acids and vitamin E, making it the perfect base for nourishing, restorative skincare you can make at home.

It’s light, golden, and absorbs beautifully into the skin—ideal for DIY lotions, balms, and serums. Whether you’re crafting for yourself or making gifts, this 30 mL bottle offers enough for several small-batch recipes.

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With 70% of our immune system residing in our gut, what we put into it, counts! Sea buckthorn juice is known to help achieve balanced nutrient intake, cold and flu resistance and increased energy levels. It’s inflammation reducing antioxidants help athletes fight body fatigue, and the balanced Omegas fatty acids 3 – 6, 7* & 9, are considered to have a clear role in the prevention and healing of certain Atopic disorders.