Nowadays CBD is everywhere and in everything, whether these are edibles, gummies, candles, oils, bath bombs, or skincare products. It has long taken the world by storm and, no wonder, eventually made its way into the world of beauty and skincare. CBD oils, creams, lotions, and balms are readily available as over -the-counter beauty products. They are picking up speed and attracting more and more CBD enthusiasts and not only.
By now, you are sure to have heard about cannabidiol or experienced it at first hand, but a quick reminder might still do some good. It is one of the many compounds derived from the cannabis plant. It is not psychoactive, so won’t get you “high” and won’t develop an addiction. CBD has been gaining popularity as a natural and organic means possessing a thousand and one therapeutic properties: a treatment for arthritis and inflammation, stress and depression, insomnia, and muscle tension, and many more. Epidiolex, a drug containing CBD, is already approved by the FDA as a treatment for seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
Today the buzz around it concerns its presence in consumer skincare products. But do they really work? To find the answers to this and many other questions, let’s dig deep into how different CBD dosages in shape of cosmetics can help your skin, and what it can or cannot do to it.
What are the Beneficial Effects of CBD on Skin?
The comprehensive research carried out so far suggests that CBD oil can have a wide array of beneficial properties when applied to skin, and the findings seem quite promising.
There is enough evidence to claim that good CBD oil possesses antioxidant features which will prevent cell damage. These features do a great job in improving and reversing the signs of aging, such as visible lines, “crow’s feet” around the eyes, wrinkles, dull or ruddy skin tone. Besides, there is one more pro in favour of CBD oil as compared to other antioxidants: it is skin friendly and organic.
Many people may have a skin reaction at one point or another in their lives. The reaction may be to an ingredient or a product, but if these issues persist or revisit quite often, your skin is classified as sensitive and/or irritation prone, and it is surely a sign of the fact that it needs extra care. So, here is a chance for you to try CBD infused skin care products, and there is every possibility that your skin will be grateful to you. These products are a blessing in disguise due to their considerable soothing properties and skin-calming,skin-repairing and skin-normalizing effects. They keep the sensitive skin healthy and pampered, radiant, and elastic, reduce and, eventually, eliminate its redness and reactivity.
Among other features, CBD also possesses antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It may reduce the amount of sebocytes , the cells producing excessive sebum, as a result preventing the formation of pimples and treating acne, psoriasis and eczema. It may even go as far as treating skin cancer as well.
Last but not least, CBD possesses hydrating effects, which is backed up by the research from 2009. It suggests that CBD may be beneficial for dry, dehydrated skin. It moisturizes the skin and prevents water loss, boosts elasticity in it. It can also help with wound healing, pain relief. Though more high-quality studies are necessary to prove many other beneficial properties of CBD, it is still fantastic to be able to enjoy all its above-mentioned benefits.
Some “DO’s for Starting to Use CBD Beauty Products
- Choose the product very carefully. Keep in mind that it should contain less than 0, 3% or no THC, have proof of third-party testing results, have company certifications for passing tests for pesticides, mold, microbes, heavy metals, clearly listed product potency.
- Try it out first. In most cases even the highest doses of CBD are usually well tolerated. However, it is advisable to test it out first on your forearm to see the reaction of the skin. Only after it you can apply it on your face, eyes, and neck.
- The routine is the same as with other beauty products. Start with cleansing your skin, then proceed to putting a toner, a serum and a cream. The same routine should be followed in the evening, before going to bed. But here your slogan should be “less is possibly more”.
- Consult your dermatologist. If you are struggling against a skin condition, talk to your dermatologist first before going for CBD skin care products. The effects may be quite individual, what may be good for your friend, may turn out to be ineffective in your case.
How Should CBD be Used for Your Skin Care?
If you have chosen to use beauty care products infused with CBD, you should use them in the regular succession. Just follow the instructions on the label, and here you go.
There is a wide variety of CBD skin and beauty care products to choose from: serums, essences, cleansers, masks, moisturizers, face and body lotions, and many more. But you may also choose to consume it.
The Bottomline
CBD beauty products have flooded the market recently. They are safe for your skin as CBD, the main ingredient present in these products, is a natural compound having few to no side effects. On the contrary, it possesses anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant features. However, truth to be told, we would like to see more data the miraculous properties of CBD in the coming years.
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