Evidence supporting the use of: Sea Buckthorn Oil
For the body system: Hair

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Sea Buckthorn Oil has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, where it has been applied topically for promoting hair and scalp health. Historically, it has been valued for its high content of vitamins (notably vitamin E), fatty acids (including omega-7 palmitoleic acid), and antioxidants, all of which are thought to nourish the scalp, support hair strength, and potentially reduce dryness or brittleness. However, scientific studies specifically focused on the direct effects of Sea Buckthorn Oil on human hair growth, hair thickness, or prevention of hair loss are limited. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that the oil’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties may benefit skin and possibly scalp health, indirectly supporting hair quality by maintaining a healthy scalp environment. While there are anecdotal and traditional reports of improved hair luster and reduced dandruff, rigorous clinical trials in humans are lacking. Thus, its reputation for supporting the hair body system is rooted primarily in traditional usage and the general nutritional profile of the oil, rather than robust scientific validation.

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