What do sea buckthorn oil and rosehip extract do in this cream?

Sea buckthorn oil is a plant oil obtained from sea buckthorn berries and is one of the traditional nourishing ingredients in herbal cosmetics. It is valued for its content of plant lipids, which help soften the skin surface and reduce the feeling of dryness. In a night cream this is the component that gives the "nourishing" character: it helps the skin hold onto moisture through the night without the formula needing to be thick or waxy.

Rosehip extract comes from the fruit of the wild rose and has a long history in skin care as a conditioning botanical. It is typically included to help the skin feel smoother and more comfortable and to complement the oil phase of the cream with plant-based care.

The combination reflects the overall character of the product: it is a classic, herbal-inspired formula rather than one built around strong actives such as exfoliating acids or retinol. That makes it a reasonable choice if you want an uncomplicated evening step focused on moisture and softness, or if you prefer to keep intensive actives elsewhere in your routine. As with any cosmetic, these ingredients care for the skin's look and feel — the product is not intended to treat skin conditions such as acne or dermatitis.