Sea buckthorn: a superfruit
Its berries are naturally packed with omegas, vitamins and trace elements. A harmonious cocktail with proven benefits.
Your questions, our answers
What's the difference between seabuckthorn and sea buckthorn?
Although their names are very similar in French, the Latin names for sea buckthorn and arbutus (Arbutus unedo and Hippophae rhamnoides) have nothing in common. However, they both produce small berries with valuable health benefits. Find out more about the differences between sea buckthorn and arbutus!
Read moreAre your products vegan?
Our products are 100% Vegan, as they are manufactured and formulated without any ingredients of animal origin. They are not tested on animals.
Are your products organic?
Our berries come from our certified organic plantation. Our finished products contain at least 96% natural ingredients.
However, our products are not BIO certified: one of our suppliers has not undertaken the certification process for financial reasons. However, we decided to select this supplier because :
- We didn't find the know-how of this supplier among its certified colleagues.
- Despite everything, this supplier's approach is similar to an organic one. As proof, all our products score 100/100 on the YUKA application.
What is a superfruit?
The term "Superfruit" refers to certain fruits reputed to have a beneficial effect on health. They are particularly rich in :
- Antioxidant
- Polyphenols
- Vitamins (especially vitamin C)...
Sea buckthorn is one of the superfruits.
Do your products have a scent?
Yes, our products have a characteristic sea buckthorn berry scent. This scent disappears very quickly after application.
What is the shelf life of your products?
To guarantee optimal quality, we recommend using your product within 3 months of opening. This precaution prevents oxidation of the active ingredients.
What is a Totum?
Totum is a term widely used in pharmacopoeia and phytotherapy. The efficacy of totum-based formulations has now been validated. New formulations, even for pharmaceutical specialties, are inspired by this principle. Discover the specifics of this formulation called Totum.
Read moreWhat are natural cosmetics?
A cosmetic product of natural origin is composed for the most part of ingredients derived from natural sources:
- plants
- minerals
- flowers
- micro-organisms
How are La Maison de l'Argousier products made?
All products are made in France from berries grown on our certified organic plantation.
Separation of the oil and water from the berries takes place near Nancy. The laboratory specializes in a highly specific enzymatic process that does not alter the fruit's properties. This process is certified organic and Cosmos.
Formulation, manufacturing and packaging are then carried out in our partner laboratory in Charentes-Maritimes.
Why can Secret Sublimant oil stain clothes?
Our active serum oil, Secret Sublimant, contains 20% pure berry oil! We have chosen to preserve the oil in its natural state to preserve its properties.
It is naturally rich in beta-carotenes, as evidenced by its deep color. That's why we recommend letting the product penetrate thoroughly to avoid staining clothing.