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  • by Nicola Boulton December 13, 2023 4 min read

    What Does CBD Cream Do for Your Skin?

    CBD cream offers various benefits for localized skin problems like acne and eczema. If you are stuck between choosing a CBD cream for your next skincare routine, this blog will highlight some benefits that will help you make wise purchase decisions.

    Even though CBD's use in cosmetics has been permitted for some time now, cannabis topical creams are relatively novel; the version marks the first CBD products for topical therapeutic purposes. Users who are skeptical about the efficacy of CBD lotions should rest easy; cannabis sativa plants such as marijuana and hemp contain a naturally occurring chemical called Cannabidiol (CBD). CBD-infused topicals have gained a lot of attention. The word "cosmetic" encompasses various products: creams, lotions, balms, oils, face masks, shampoos, and bath bombs. You may have heard that Cannabidiol (CBD) benefits various skin conditions, including acne, eczema, fine lines, and wrinkles.

    Common Benefits of CBD Cream

    Researchers are still working to figure out how to help people with skin problems, but the first tests have shown encouraging results. According to Tijani et al. (2021), short research examines the impact of CBD on skin disorders and any resulting scarring. Participants applied a CBD cream on their skin twice daily for three months. Reduced inflammation was one sign of progress. No cases of irritation or allergy were documented. The findings confirm that CBD can provide alternative relief for various skin conditions with few side effects.

    Skin Care

    According to Felgueiras (2022), the skin is conditioned with CBD skincare products. Skin conditioning uses materials that lubricate, moisturize, and protects the skin. Ingredients like fatty acids are crucial to the health of your skin, giving it a velvety texture and a radiant glow. Due to its high-fat content, CBD is a potent emollient with therapeutic properties. Without proper care, your skin may become dry and wrinkly. Due to the frequent shedding of skin cells throughout the day, skin conditioning is important.

    Topical CBD Antioxidant Cream

    According to Casares et al. (2020), CBD cream is an effective antioxidant. The antioxidant supplement may shield your skin from the damaging effects of free radicals. The radicals in your body may readily react with others from the atmosphere to cause hazardous effects on the skin. Airborne toxins, tobacco smoke, and ionizing radiation are just a few examples of environmental free radicals. The skin's responses to these radicals result in aging, including wrinkles, discoloration, and sagging. Because of its high antioxidant content, CBD oil is a great addition to anti-aging lotions. CBD and other antioxidants shield the body from these aggressors, preventing premature skin aging and damage. The look and health of your skin may benefit from cannabis-infused creams. The right skincare products can reduce wrinkles, scars, and sun damage. Therefore, it's no surprise that CBD cream is popular for restoring damaged skin.

    Anti-Sebum

    Your skin generates waxy, greasy sebum to keep it supple and hydrated. The cannabis-infused topical is an ideal moisturizer for dry skin and, more broadly, for your health. However, excessive or inadequate sebum production is problematic; it may lead to conditions like greasy skin, acne, itching, irritation, and blocked pores. The pores are blocked when your sebum combines with environmental contaminants like dirt and dead skin. According to Passeron et al. (2021), hormonal shifts, hereditary factors, and emotional stress may affect sebum production. Due to its potential to influence sebum production, CBD Cream is useful for addressing various skin conditions. It works well to control oily skin.

    For this reason, it is an ideal component of the finest face cream. Your face, for example, may produce too much sebum, but using CBD cream locally may reduce that production, particularly given that excess sebum production is causal of acne. Those with back acne may also benefit from a CBD-infused body lotion on the affected area.

    Consequences and Risks of Using CBD Cream

    The FDA warns that CBD products may become deceptive. Cannabidiol is accessible without a doctor's prescription, leading some to believe it poses little to no health risks. However, CBD may have side effects on the liver, particularly when taken orally. The topical effects of CBD products have yet to be studied extensively. As an example, the topical absorption rate of CBD has yet to be determined. Topical products may also lead to rashes, allergies, and dry skin.

    Conclusion

    You shouldn't judge cannabis beauty until you've tried it yourself; be wary of dubious items and conduct your research like any other product. The relatively unregulated cannabis sector exposes CBD users to harmful topical products. While cannabis derivatives have little to no side effects if used properly, they provide users with an ideal alternative for people with eczema, psoriasis, arthritis, and inflammation. The cannabis cream may also regulate the production of sebum. Users can discuss the effects of CBD topicals with their doctors to get an accurate account of the product's benefits to the users.

    References

    Casares, L., García, V., Garrido-Rodríguez, M., Millán, E., Collado, J. A., García-Martín, A., ... & Muñoz, E. (2020). Cannabidiol induces antioxidant pathways in keratinocytes by targeting BACH1. Redox biology28, 101321.

    Felgueiras, C. (2022). Embrace the beauty of functional oils. South African Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Review49(7), 26-27.

    Passeron, T., Zouboulis, C. C., Tan, J., Andersen, M. L., Katta, R., Lyu, X., ... & Peters, E. M. J. (2021). Adult skin acute stress responses to short‐term environmental and internal aggression from exposome factors. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology35(10), 1963-1975.

    Tijani, A. O., Thakur, D., Mishra, D., Frempong, D., Chukwunyere, U. I., & Puri, A. (2021). Delivering therapeutic cannabinoids via skin: Current state and future perspectives. Journal of Controlled Release334, 427-451.

     

    Nicola Boulton
    Nicola Boulton


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