Sea buckthorn has several names – pheasant berry, hawthorn or sea thorn. Fruits formed on female plants are used to obtain CO2 extracts. Instead of ripe, dried fruits, you can use dry flour, which is obtained after squeezing berry juice.
The CO2 extract from sea buckthorn berries is similar in composition and properties to high-quality cold-pressed sea buckthorn oil, but the extract is more saturated with biologically active compounds and the range of such compounds is much broader. Like high-quality sea buckthorn oil, which is recognized worldwide by official pharmacopoeias, CO2 extract can be recommended for the treatment of gastric ulcers, cardiovascular diseases, and as a main component of massage products for rheumatism and gout. CO2 extract is an excellent remedy for treating frostbite, burns, pressure ulcers and rectal fissures, among other things. Recommended for periodontal disease and scurvy.
It is also recommended that sea buckthorn CO2 extract be used as a dressing for cold salads and included in cold sauce recipes. It is not recommended to subject it to heat treatment, as it will lose its beneficial properties. Dishes with sea buckthorn CO2 extract have excellent taste properties and the properties of functional nutrition. In the form of a microemulsion, CO2 extract can be used in the formulation of special vitamin drinks.
CO2 extract from sea buckthorn berries is an oily liquid of yellow-orange color with a pronounced, slightly sour aroma of ripe sea buckthorn berries.
Chart 1. The main components of the sea buckhorn CO2 extract
| NAME | CONTENT IN% OF THE AMOUNT OF VOLATILE COMPONENTS | EFFECT |
|---|---|---|
| Pinens | 15 | Antiseptics, local irritants, diuretic, expectorant. |
| Myrzen | 10 | Has pronounced calming properties. Used in perfumery. |
| Sabinen | 4,5 | Bactericidal. Used in perfumery. |
| Limonene | 1,3 | Shows antibacterial, antidepressant and immune stimulating properties. |
| Beta-carotene | 0,34 | Fills the body with vitamin A. An active antioxidant, counteracts the formation of cancer cells. It has a positive effect on eyesight, maintains the health of the skin and mucous membranes. |
| Vitamin E | 0,12 | Strong antioxidant, prevents the formation of free radicals. Vitamin E actively contributes to tissue regeneration and keeps the skin young and healthy. Supports the work of the blood circulation and reproductive system. |
| Vitamin K | 0,01 | Affects blood clotting, ensures rapid wound healing. |
| Palmitic acid | 8,6 | Helps with inflammation and stimulates the regeneration of the mucous membranes of the body, also maintains the health and youth of the skin. Omega-7 acid. |
| Alpha-linoleic acid | 30 | Supports the cardiovascular system, helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Omega-6 acid. |
In cosmetics, the CO2 extract from sea buckthorn berries is used in many formulations of creams and masks:
- to fight acne;
- to lighten the skin;
- to remove psoriatic plaques;
- in creams against skin aging and for removing wrinkles;
- lip creams;
- cleansers for dry and damaged skin;
- masks against hair loss and to strengthen the hair;
In the wild, sea buckthorn grows along rivers, lakes and seas in almost the entire temperate climate zone of Europe and Asia, in Pakistan and India especially in the highlands. In addition to sea buckthorn, the willow buckthorn is known to grow in southern China and in the mountain regions of Nepal and Bhutan.
The beneficial properties of sea buckthorn and sea buckthorn oil have been known since ancient times. Hippocrates repeatedly mentions sea buckthorn oil in his writings. He suggests using it to treat stomach problems and burns. In ancient Russia, sea buckthorn oil was an irreplaceable remedy for all ailments. Sea buckthorn also enjoyed a high reputation among the Asiatic peoples. Ancient Tibetan doctors mention the healing oil of sea buckthorn in their manuscripts.
Chart 2. Application rates, recommendations for the use and storage of CO2 sea buckhorn extract
| Food usage rates | Item А100: 0.001-0.005% (10-50g per ton) Water-soluble microemulsions EMA1: 0.1-0.5% (1-5l per 1000l or 1-5ml per liter) Water-soluble microemulsions EMA5: 0.02-0.1% (0.2-1l per 1000l or 0.2-1ml per liter) |
| Application rates in cosmetics | Item А10: 1-3% Item А100: 0.1-0.3% Item EMA1: 10-30% Item EMA5: 2-6% |
| Recommendations for use | It is recommended to add CO2 extracts in the final stages of preparation, in the cooling phase of the end product. |
| Storage advice | It is recommended to store CO2 extracts in a closed container in a cool room and avoid direct sunlight. |
| Use in dietary supplements | Application in cooking | Application in cosmetics |
| CO2 extract can be recommended to treat gastric ulcer, cardiovascular disease, as the main ingredient of massage products for rheumatism and gout. CO2 extract is an excellent remedy, including in the treatment of frostbite, burns, bedsores and cracks in the rectum. Recommended for periodontitis and scurvy. | It is recommended to be used as a dressing for cold salads and included in cold sauce recipes. It is not recommended to subject it to heat treatment, as useful properties will be lost. Dishes containing sea buckthorn extract in CO2, in addition to excellent taste properties, acquire the properties of functional nutrition. In the form of a CO2 microemulsion, the extract can be used to formulate special vitamin drinks. | It is used in many formulations of creams and masks, mainly to fight acne, skin whitening, psoriasis plaque removal, skin aging and wrinkle removal creams, lip creams, cleansers for dry and damaged skin, masks to fight and strengthen hair loss. |