Leven Rose Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil, 100% Pure Unrefined Cold Pressed for Hair Skin and Nails (2 oz)

I like this oil a lot. It is one of my first experiences consistently using a face oil, so while I’m not an expert in using face oils, and I don’t practice the oil cleansing method, I wanted to take the time to leave a thorough review. I usually use this oil after I wash my face and apply any RX topicals I use, but underneath my moisturizer. I purchased it specifically because I was concerned with the changing skin texture around my eyes and to use with my gua sha Stone. Nothing crazy, I’m in my early 20s, but I wanted to feel like I was being proactive. Every time I use it, my boyfriend comments on how my skin looks glowing and luminous the next day, and he has no idea I’ve used it. I’ve seen some improvement in the skin texture right by my lower and upper outer corner eyelid junction. After a couple of days of use though I would say the pores on my nose and the pores on my chin and cheeks looked a little more clogged, but to remedy this I exfoliated and used a prescription topical antibiotic from my dermatologist and the next day things looked pretty clear again. But that is why I would say, if you have acne prone skin or are prone to blackheads, just take care in your application. Definitely don’t get your face too slick. With that said, I wouldn’t say you should avoid this oil because it definitely has skincare benefits, just use as needed, and watch for any skin changes after use. The way I use it now is more sparingly in my t zone, but generously on my eye area, as well as making sure I’m applying AFTER cleansing, and incorporating it into my routine as I see fit, instead of necessarily daily. I’ve been using it along with a vitamin e oil for two weeks now and I’m loving how soft and glowy my skin looks most of the time. I also think it’s shifted my combination skin to a little more “normal.” The seller even contacted me upon delivery to see if everything arrived and met my expectations. Very great customer service by Leven Rose. Im about 1/10th through the bottle so I see this lasting me at least 3 or 4 months. I’m excited to try more of their products, and I’d recommend this product to anyone interesting in trying to incorporate quality oils into their skincare routine. EDIT: Made a change and started Oil Cleansing Method for about 6 months now. The way I was using it prior caused some clogging, but using it as an oil to wash my face does not! This is a fantastic light oil perfect for cleansing. I mix with a Rosehip oil and massage into damp skin, as I would if I were using a traditional cleanser. I splash with warm water many times, then use a damp cloth or facial scrub to remove excess residue, and continue my routine as I would normally. Let me tell you, my skin effing glows and is elastic AF. Heard about the treasure that is sea buckthorn seed oil from big time esthetician Danna Omari, and I’ll never look back. Highly recommend this product. Thank you Leven Rose <3

Updated review, Nov 2nd: I've been using this plus a Vitamin C cream exclusively for over a month now. After about a week, the slight burning I was experiencing stopped. My face is completely normal. Skin is soft, zero redness, no breaking out, no product sensitivity. I've used it under liquid foundation a few times and my makeup looked fantastic and lasted all day. This product is pure gold. Original review from Oct 20th: I've been having a pretty severe issue with redness and pain on the lower half of my face, thanks to having to wear masks all the time and probably because I'm in my 40's. I have purchased so many oils and lotions trying to find a product that did something to help it, but nothing has. Stumbled on this product and decided to buy it. It arrived the next day, so I decided to apply it before bed since I had read another reviewer used it at night exclusively. It absorbed pretty immediately and didn't leave an orange tone even though it's really dark (it also didn't stain my white pillowcase). I felt a very slight burning sensation where my face is predominantly red as I was trying to go to sleep, but nothing major. Woke up the next day, and my face looked absolutely normal for the first time in two years!! It was soft, the redness was gone, and my face didn't hurt! I wore a mask for a decent part of the day and my face still didn't turn red or hurt! The second day I decided to apply it a few hours before bed. I got the slight burning sensation again and saw that my face was reddish in those specific areas (mainly around the pores next to my nose/under my eyes). But that went away after about an hour, went to bed, and once again woke up looking and feeling completely normal. I cannot properly express how incredible it is for my skin to not be in constant pain. It's only been two days, but I hope this continues to work long term.

I started with skin care (Trentinoin cream) 11 years ago and part of my adventure included fillers. I started using this oil mixed with Castor Oil overnight and still can't believe the results...very moisturizing and not as abrasive...it is rich in Omega fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants, which help improve skin hydration and elasticity... this is a welcome alternative to trentinoin cream and much cheaper...highly recommend

I purchased Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil from Leven Rose and was immediately impressed at how smooth and silky this oil is. It's nothing short of fantastic! The oil itself is a "clear" red, versus a solid "blood red" meaning you can still see through it in much the same manner as any clear oil of the many organic cold pressed all natural oils that are clear with a tint (or more) of yellow. My girlfriend and I apply a number of oils to each other nightly after our hot bath and cool shower (what fun!) and we love how smooth this oil is and the way it absorbs quickly into the skin. We use a number of oils to moisturize our bodies (Jojoba, Argan, Coconut, Vitamin E Serum Jojoba Oil, Amaki Certified Organic Essential Oil(s)/seven organic oils in one, Rosehip Seed Oil/Serum and many more) having recently added Pumpkin Seed Oil & Carrot Seed Oil from Leven Rose. (Read My Reviews on these two and the others noted above/recently received Kukui Nut Oil and Pomegranate Seed Oil is on the way.. Just ordered Moringa Oil.. all from Leven Rose) We're using this oil as a body moisturizer in conjunction with the several others already noted. This oil, much like Pumpkin Seed Oil is like liquid fur literally, as it goes on that smooth! It absorbs quickly into the skin and that moisture is retained overnight.. (Very similar to Rosehip Seed Oil) Even after showering in the morning the oil is still present in our skin.. That "glow" is still there, so there's no need to reapply this oil until the evening, much like high quality Jojoba, Argan or Rosehip Seed Oil.. (Pumpkin Seed Oil & Carrot Seed Oil display similar characteristics as well) Now that is amazing! Remember, a little goes a long way, so use it very sparingly, as we do. As for application to our hair, just a few drops (two to three maximum) after our morning shower leaves our hair, much like most organic, cold pressed all natural unrefined oils for body/skin and hair very smooth, conditioned, moisturized and full. Our hair has never looked better! As for our hair "down there" ie pubic hair and application as a body oil we're a bit more liberal with this oil. Whatever application you use this oil for, you simply cannot go wrong! In a word.. Superb! We order body/skin/hair oils from many companies and we've found Leven Rose's products to be the very best, and their customer/product support after the purchase is outstanding. Don't hesitate to add this oil to your inventory of daily oils and conditioners.. You'll absolutely loved it! We Do!!

So let me start by saying I had not had any real problems with my skin until around April this year. Out of nowhere I developed painful, deep, never-healing acne around my jawline and pores clogged everywhere else. It was a huge hit to my self esteem and my social life and anyone who has bad skin will understand what I am saying. No matter what I did or how much makeup I had I never felt comfortable leaving my house. I had typical hormonal acne every month that I would combat with daily Acne Free face wash and a little spot treatment that worked well UNTIL the summer from hell. I read about what type of acne I had developed and started drowning in water, witch hazel, turmeric masks, ACV, tanning, anti inflammatories... you name it, I tried it. Nothing helped. So I cried a lot and continued to obsess about how to get “my” skin back. I read an article (who knows how credible it was, but I was desperate to find an answer) written by a dermatologist (again questionable) who discussed using different combinations of oils and vitamins to clear skin up without causing any permanent damage such as acne scars and wrinkles (from over-drying or drying out a pimple too fast). He talked about how oils work with the skin. One of his must try’s was the sea buckthorn so I ordered it along with primrose vitamins and castor oil. I started with castor and sea buckthorn mix on the left side of my face and just he sea buckthorn on the right. Other than the amount of oil that sat on the top of my skin I did not see any huge difference. The castor oils is very thick and didn’t absorb well but also did not break me out so I still use it at night occasionally. The sea buckthorn oil is very moisturizing, to the point where my scars and scabs would heal in a day or two (compared to the weeks it was taking prior to the oils). I am still getting clogged pores and occasionally pimples but nothing compared to what I was a month ago. I have a few small pimples pop up compared to the deep huge ones from before. I will say, be prepared to be oily. Be prepared not to wear makeup after applying it and be patient. I have been using it twice a day for a month and will keep using it forever. My skin feels healthier that it ever has despite the pimples. It is soft and glowing and recovers quickly.

Great product for anti-aging skin care. Very good price and the quality is excellent. This oil is very nutrient dense and has been used for centuries. It is quickly absorbed into the skin. I use it by itself and mix into my essential oil balms.

I have extreamly sensitive skin. I have used countless oils and other natural products on my face to help, or heck, just not hurt my already severe cystic acne. Nothing worked. Castor oil, coconut oil, shea oil, charcoal, vitamin E oil... so many cleansers and crap that dried my face out while causing more deep and painful pimples. Originally I had purchased this for my hair knowing how good it can be for it. In the summer I wear my hair wavy so I was looking for something to slightly define and defrizz. It works great in combination of my spf Beauty Protector detangle spray that I have an addiction too. I get that on Birchbox. I add a few drops to my spray in my palm, rub together and use from ends up. Lovely. So much moisture and softness but without that super oily feel and look that coconut oil gives. I decided about 2 weeks ago to test this on my face and body. I was worried, but hey, quarantine is a good time to try new stuff. I use CereVe sensative face wash, followed by CereVe Sensative multipurpose lotion. This has been the surprising addition it was missing. After washing my face, I pat dry, and then let it fully air dry. After its totally dry, I add 1/2 pump of my lotion and 1 or 2 drops of this oil to it, rub together and spread evenly on my face and neck. ITS HAS TOTALLY CHANGED the texture of my skin, as well as nearly eliminated my cystic acne. I cant believe I can say that. I never thought I'd find the answer to that especially not in an oil form. I still get a few teeny tiny white heads but they go away within hours. This specific brand is touted by many beauty blogs that i've read as well so that is awesome. I also add 4 to 6 drops or this, 4 drops of lemon oil and 4 drops of vanilla oil to 5 or 6 pumps of my CereVe lotion, mix that into my palm spread it all over. I get such soft, supple skin that smells like a lemon meringue pie! It also lasts all day and makes me feels fresh even in the heat. Ill be a lifetime buyer of this oil now.

Okay, I'm a believer. I saw a sea buckthorn oil product on TV and I was intrigued, and after two months of using it, I'm completely converted. I've been using it on my hair and skin, and I've never looked better. On damp hair, a couple of drops softens and protects before drying. On dry hair, 1-2 drops smooths and shines better than any serum I've tried. I've already found myriad ways to use the oil on the skin -- I have NEVER found anything that soothes and heals everything from cuts to pimples better. When I have any sort of irritation, I apply a tiny bit of oil at night, and in the morning, all inflammation and redness are gone. Completely. Even on stubborn pimples, when nothing else works. On cuts and scrapes, this works better than neosporin. Applying a few drops of oil after washing my face in the morning and night has given my skin a renewed radiance while it has quickly faded stubborn spots like nothing I've tried. Supposedly it has UV protection as well (though I'm not sure I want to test that). I did not expect to love this oil as much as I do, but I've really never seen anything like it (and oh, have I tried). One very important thing to keep in mind: This oil is orange, but it does not stain your skin or hair (I'm not sure about fabric), because it comes from the SEED of the plant. Not so for every oil on the market. But look out for oil made from the berry of the plant -- Unless it's specially treated, it will stain your skin, hair, and clothing. I know it sounds like I work for the company that sells this stuff, but I am just a very, very happy customer. I predict you'll see this oil more and more in the health & beauty industry. And everyone in my family is getting this for Christmas!

Great for skincare.