Hemp-Based Skincare Products; Why All The Hype?

Hemp is famously known for its therapeutic properties when consumed orally and used topically. Have we ever thought about whether it would do the same wonders for our skin?

In older times, herbs were used directly on the skin to alleviate pain and treat different skin infections and disorders. But now, due to the advanced technology, we can get the beneficial extracts out of these herbs, leaves, buds, etc., through processes and use them to our advantage.

The same is the case with hemp. The hemp industry is booming after the 2018 farm bill. After the 2018 farm bill, hemp with less than 0.3% of THC was made legal. So, everyone jumped on the bandwagon and started selling their versions of hemp products.

In the hemp market, the unique selling point of hemp is its anti-inflammatory and therapeutic properties. Creams, balms, tinctures, extracts, and gels made of hemp are widely sold as remedial treatments for chronic pain, fatigue, inflammation, etc. We see that different skincare brands are also making progress and have launched hemp-based night oils, creams, balms, transdermal patches, etc., to treat skin conditions like psoriasis, rashes, acne, inflammation, dryness, free radicals, eczema, etc.

While hemp is still under research and is not approved by FDA, the scientific evidence is limited. But anecdotal evidence suggests that people are amazed by the results of hemp-based skincare products and are willingly restocking their purchases. The famous hemp skincare product is hemp seed oil.

Hemp Seed Oil for Skin; Benefits and uses.

In the list of Hemp-based skincare products, hemp seed oil tops the list. Hemp seed oil is extracted from the seeds of pure hemp plants. It is often confused with CBD oil which is made from the extracts of hemp flowers and leaves.

Hemp seed oil possesses anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, nourishing, and moisturizing properties. It is widely used in an array of hemp-infused products like cleansers, masks, serums, sunscreens, chapsticks, balms, shampoos, etc. Many brands sell pure hemp seed oil as a special skin treatment for blemish control and even skin tone.

Research states that hemp seed oil contains beneficial fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6 in ideal ratios to get the maximum benefits for the skin. It is also concluded that Gamma-Linolenic Acid is found in rich quantities in hemp seeds. Hence, hemp-based skincare products made from hemp seeds deliver all these qualities to the skin.

Hemp oil contains essential nutrients and phytochemicals like linoleic acid, γ-linolenic acid, α-linolenic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, terpenes, and flavonoids to make the skin soft, smooth, and glowy.

Hemp does wonders for Dry and Acne-prone skin.

Hemp oil contains essential unsaturated fats like linoleic acid, γ-linolenic acid, and α-linolenic acid. These fats help to improve the skin structure and maintain skin tightness. These fatty acids also retain skin moisture, thus keeping the dryness away.

Hemp seed oil improves the roughness of the skin by maintaining the cell membrane fluidity and helps it retain moisture. Various studies suggest that hemp seed oil can also be used as an anti-acne agent. However, without proper clinical trials, it can not be concluded that hemp seed oil can be a diagnostic treatment for skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, acne, and lichen planus but anecdotal evidence suggest that it certainly is a remedial topical treatment for the skin.

Antibacterial properties of Hemp Seed

Hemp is under research and is widely being studied by curious researchers to conclude its advantages and disadvantages. The historical use of the product has made it a famous therapeutic agent for the skin. Some studies state that along with the therapeutic properties, it possesses antibacterial properties. Studies have revealed that hemp oil's antibacterial qualities prevented the growth of a variety of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus. The bacterium Staphylococcus aureus can cause skin infections, pneumonia, and infections of the skin, bone, and heart valve.

Hemp Seed as Anti-aging formula

We have discussed so many advantages of hemp seed that the users record and all are mostly encouraging the topical use of hemp-based products. When it comes to skincare, the most significant demand comes for anti-aging creams and serums that many people feel can reverse aging using different formulas. And when anti-aging creams are made up of natural herbs like hemp seed, the demand doubles.

There are many creams, oils, and serums that are made up of cold-pressed hemp seed oil specially marketed as a hemp anti-aging skincare line. Hemp oil can reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and sulking skin with the help of its anti-aging properties.

The body can't generate the linoleic and oleic acids specially contained in hemp oil, but they're vital elements to have in your diet since they're necessary for skin health and anti-aging.

Anti-aging hemp seed oils, serums, and creams are primarily used in nighttime skincare regimes so that the oil gets enough time to absorb in the skin.

If you wish to use hemp oil topically to cure acne, apply it straight to clean skin and let it on for one to two minutes before rinsing it away with warm water.

The second option is to consume hemp oil, which can give the same skin advantages as topically applied hemp oil and extra general health benefits. Moreover, there's less chance of skin irritation or breakouts if you take hemp oil orally; however, it may cause brief stomach distress.

• Final Thoughts

Hemp is a herb that has made its massive space in the remedial treatment market in a very short time. It is most likely because people see the excellent results of using hemp seed oil for various conditions.