Skincare is difficult for some people. No matter how hard some might try to keep their skin clean and clear, they might still suffer from acne and other issues. Ageing is another issue that we will all have to face, but we may be able to at least slow down the effects of ageing with the right care.
Countless skin products have been produced that claim to be able to keep skin beautiful and youthful. Some of them are very expensive, and it’s expected that around $154 billion will be spent on skincare globally in 2021. Regardless, even the most expensive products still don’t work for everybody, causing people to look for different ways of looking after their skin. In recent years, more and more people have been turning to CBD as a solution.
In this article, we take a look at how CBD can be used to help take care of your skin healthy and looking great.
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Are CBD Products Safe for Your Skin?
There is no evidence to suggest CBD oils are in any way harmful to the skin. Some people might experience some mild side effects if CBD is taken orally, but there are no known side effects if it is used topically. Indeed, evidence shows that, if anything, CBD oil is beneficial for the skin.
CBD for Skin Aging and Wrinkles
As mentioned, the advance of time is something we can’t stop – but we can at least slow it down and CBD topical products may be effective at achieving this.
Studies have shown that CBD has antioxidant properties. This helps to protect our bodies from oxidative stress which is a natural process that causes damage to our bodies on a cellular level. As our cells do gradually become damaged, oxidation contributes to the ageing of the skin. This, in turn, means antioxidant properties mean using CBD for skin ageing and wrinkles can be effective at helping people look younger for longer.
Does CBD Help Acne-Prone Skin?
Around 50 million people suffer from acne in the United States alone. It’s a condition that affects around 85% of people ages between 12 and 24 years old.
The pores in our skin release sebum – which is a kind of oil that helps to keep our skin protected from infection, from damage, and prevents the skin from drying out. Without it, our skin would become dry and be at a higher risk of being damaged or becoming diseased.
As important as sebum is, however, some people will produce too much of the oil. Too much sebum causes the skin to be too oily. Too much oil can cause pores to become blocked and bacteria to accumulate – contributing to acne.
Studies have shown that CBD oil can reduce the volume of sebum being produced even where other products claiming to control oil will struggle. With less sebum being produced, acne will also be reduced in many cases.
Can I Use CBD Skincare during Pregnancy?
Pregnancy is a time where women need to be particularly careful about what they eat and drink, and which medication they use. If they are not careful, it’s possible that certain compounds might cause harm to the mother, reducing her ability to provide nutrition to the developing child. In other cases, compounds might even harm the baby directly.
On the other hand, pregnant women will often experience some rather unwelcome symptoms including nausea and anxiety. These symptoms can be very unpleasant, understandably encouraging pregnant women to look for solutions. One potential solution is CBD oil, which is claimed to be able to relieve many of the symptoms that come with pregnancy. This then leads to the question of whether or not CDB skincare products are safe to use during pregnancy.
So far, no studies have shown that CBD poses any risk to pregnant women. While it is not recommended that women use medical marijuana, this is because marijuana contains THC – the compound that gives people a high. CBD products don’t contain THC, however.
Regardless, it’s still recommended not to use CBD oil to be on the safe side – at least not until further research has been carried out.
Is CBD OK For Sensitive Skin
There is no evidence to suggest CBD is not good for sensitive skin. Indeed, there’s plenty of evidence showing that CBD is beneficial for sensitive skin.
Studies have shown that CBD may be effective at helping to reduce inflammation. Inflammation is a common cause of sensitive skin and other skin ailments, so reducing inflammation can help to relieve the patient of their discomfort. CBD can be particularly effective at helping to reduce symptoms like itching and dryness.
CBD’s anti-inflammatory properties will also help in another way – appearance. Inflammation of the skin can cause the skin to become rather red as well as sore. This can cause the patient to become self-conscious about their appearance, potentially leading to a loss of confidence and, in severe cases, it might even lead to depression.
Using CBD can help to reduce inflammation, reducing redness and other unwelcome symptoms. This can be a godsend to a lot of people who might otherwise find themselves concerned about their appearance.
Conclusion
People who do suffer from skin conditions have likely already tried everything they can think of to help solve the issue. CBD, however, is a relatively new introduction to the market so it’s something a lot of people may not have tried yet. The evidence so far suggests that it can help with issues like acne and other skin ailments. It appears to be safe to use and can also help to slow down the effects of ageing.
If you’ve not tried CBD yet then it makes sense for you to at least try it. Doing so may help to give you clean and clear skin that you can be proud of.
