Sea buckthorn: the Mongolian secret that is revolutionizing our lip balm

Did you know that behind the legend of Genghis Khan lies... a superfood with extraordinary virtues? No, we're not talking about military strategy or dazzling conquests, but rather sea buckthorn , that small, bright orange fruit with unsuspected powers – and now at the heart of our new moisturizing lip balm by Ciment.

Sea buckthorn: an ancient plant with superpowers

Known by the scientific name of Hippophae rhamnoides (literally: “the shrub that makes the horse shine” – we’ll let you shine with that in the evening), sea buckthorn was supposedly consumed by the horses of the Mongol army to regain strength, energy and shine of the coat after an intense day in the steppe.

These little berries, nicknamed “Siberian gooseberries,” are 30 times richer in vitamin C than oranges and packed with antioxidants . The result? The steeds set off again with renewed vigor. Curious, their riders began eating them too, becoming the most glowing-skinned warriors in history (and probably the most tireless, too).

Sea buckthorn, the star ingredient of our new lip balm

At Ciment , this story inspired us. What if we used the powerful properties of sea buckthorn to care for your lips?

It's a done deal with our new nourishing lip balm , formulated with sea buckthorn extract. Why this ingredient? Because it ticks all the boxes:

✅ A hydration superhero

Sea buckthorn is one of the few plants that naturally produces omega-7 , essential fatty acids that are particularly beneficial for the skin and mucous membranes (yes, lips are a bit of both).

✅ A powerful anti-inflammatory

Its soothing properties make it a valuable ally for lips that are sensitive, irritated, prone to eczema or simply dried out by the cold or wind.

✅ A natural anti-aging active ingredient

Well, we don't really like the word "anti-aging" at Ciment - let's just say that sea buckthorn helps preserve the youthfulness and suppleness of your lips, while giving them softness and shine.

Lip care that is as effective as it is natural

Still little used in lip products, sea buckthorn is a rare, precious and above all effective ingredient. It combines protection , repair and comfort , while respecting the formulation ethics of Ciment: natural, local and committed.

So no, we can't guarantee that grass won't grow back behind you after applying it. But one thing is for sure: your lips will be moisturized, protected, and ready to conquer their own empire ✨

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💋 Discover now: our sea buckthorn lip balm 💋
A little nod to Genghis Khan. Without the conquest part. With the glow part.