Sea Buckthorn vs Rosehip: Which Glow Oil Wins?

Two beloved botanicals. One face. Let’s settle it.

If you’ve ever stood in the skincare aisle or scrolled through your favourite beauty site wondering “Should I go for rosehip oil or sea buckthorn?”—you’re not alone.

Both are plant-based powerhouses. Both are rich in skin-loving nutrients. Both promise glow, bounce, and barrier support.

But when it comes to sensitive skin, wrinkles, dark spots, and barrier repair—they don’t perform quite the same.

So let’s break it down: What’s the difference between sea buckthorn oil and rosehip oil? And which one should you be reaching for?

🌿 The Basics: What Are They?

Sea Buckthorn Oil
This bright orange oil comes from the berries (and sometimes seeds) of the sea buckthorn shrub. It’s rich in all four omega fatty acids (3, 6, 7, 9), and absolutely packed with antioxidants—especially vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene.

Rosehip Oil
Extracted from the seeds of rose bushes (usually wild rose or rosa canina), rosehip oil is known for its light texture and high concentration of omega-3 and omega-6, plus vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene) and natural retinoic acid.

✨ Skin Benefits Showdown

🧪 The Secret Sauce: Omega-7 vs Retinoic Acid

Here’s where things get juicy.

Sea buckthorn oil contains omega-7, a rare fatty acid that naturally helps repair skin, promote regeneration, and improve elasticity. It’s brilliant for compromised, inflamed, or mature skin.

Rosehip oil, on the other hand, contains a form of natural vitamin A (retinoic acid). This makes it amazing for smoothing skin texture, fading acne scars, and reducing fine lines—especially if your skin can’t tolerate synthetic retinoids.

So... sensitive skin vs textured skin? That’s your clue.

👑 Which One Wins?

Here’s the thing: you don’t have to choose.
In fact, the best results often come from using them together—which is exactly why both oils are featured in our Radiance Booster Serum.

Sea buckthorn soothes, strengthens, and floods your skin with omegas + antioxidants.
Rosehip gently resurfaces, brightens, and improves skin tone.
Together? Chef’s kiss.

💛 Final Thoughts: Choose Based on Your Skin Mood

Go for:

• Sea Buckthorn if your skin is sensitive, red, flaky, stressed, or in need of barrier repair
  
  

• Rosehip if you’re targeting acne scars, pigmentation, dullness, or early signs of ageing
  
  

• Both if you want the full glow spectrum, without layering a million products
  
  

Want a shortcut? Our Radiance Booster Serum has them both—cold-pressed, organic, and blended with calming botanicals for that soft-focus skin glow.

Because skincare doesn’t have to be either/or. Sometimes, it’s yes, and.

P.S. If you love diving deeper into skincare magic, check out my podcast Botanical Skincare Secrets here! 🌿 And if you’re craving even more sea buckthorn goodness, listen to the full episode dedicated to it right here!