Sea buckthorn oil is frequently used in cosmetic products, especially topical products marketed for aging skin and dry skin. Sea buckthorn oil is used in some shampoos and other hair care products.
It has sometimes been used as a type of topical medication for skin disorders, although there is no high-quality research proving effectiveness or safety of any such uses. Taking sea buckthorn oil as a dietary supplement does not help with eczema.
It has been used in Asian and Russian traditional medicine for centuries. In a few East Asian countries, the fruit pulp oil is put on skin burns.