Hippophae rhamnoides has been used for over a thousand years of time by Tibetan medicine. It was already recognised in ancient times that its berries and leaves have got curative powers.

Its use in peasant medicine in Hungary dates back to several hundreds years. It is indigenous in Hungary, too, nowadays it is protected by law. Hippophae rhamnoides lives on the sandy soil of Danube and Drava rivers. Its cultivated species (originating from the Far East) is used in nutrition and medicine. Its vitamin C content is outstanding.

It contains:
- .Vitamins (vitamin C, A and E),
- Beta-carotine,
- .Minerals (calcium, magnesium, zinc),
- Malic acid,
- Essential fatty acids,
- Flavonoids,

Its effects:
- .Epithelisation, supports healing of wounds and skin diseases.
- Inhibits hair-loss,
- Slows down formation of wrinkles,
- Preserves suntan,
- Antiphlogistic and
- immune system strengthener effects.