Before we begin discussing how CBD can be a valuable and vitalizing part of your skincare routine, let’s first address some burning questions:
Will it have me reaching for the Doritos and salsa? Will I be obsessively listening to Miles Davis records at four in the morning? Is it even legal?
There’s still a lot of confusion about the difference between CBD, THC, hemp, marijuana and cannabis, so here’s a quick primer. Hemp and marijuana belong to the same species, the cannabis plant. Marijuana contains 0.3% or more of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive component that will trigger your sudden interest in snacks and jazz; hemp contains 0.3% or less. Both also contain CBD (cannabidiol), a non-psychoactive compound believed to have a broad spectrum of therapeutic uses, from pain relief to anxiety management (in addition to being great for your skin).
So - does CBD get you high? No. Is it legal? Yes.
Why will your skin love it? Rich in antioxidants, CBD is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, which can rejuvenate dry skin and repair damage, reducing the effects of aging. As a soothing, moisturizing base ingredient, it can be used in a variety of applications, but always choose the highest-quality components for your skincare recipes. Look for CBD isolate oil, which is the purest available, contains no trace THC, and is odorless. Check the label carefully for the CBD concentration: the higher the better. And be sure not to confuse these oils with hemp seed oil, which contains only tiny amounts of CBD and is better deployed as a tasty ingredient in your salad dressing!
Ready to add this legal, buzz-free skincare hero to your daily regimen? Then check out our 10 CBD skincare recipes below!
N.B. vegans can swap out Candelilla wax for beeswax.
Whip ingredients in a bowl, apply to the face for your evening skincare routine, and refrigerate remainder. The addition of Lavender and Rosehip oils will calm and rejuvenate tired skin overnight.
Heat the beeswax, coconut oil and shea butter gently with your double boiler (warm ingredients in a small pan sitting in a larger pan of simmering water), allow to cool, and mix in the CBD, vitamin E and essential oil. Pipe into a jar and apply where needed at bedtime.
For relief from dry or chapped lips, mix ingredients, chill overnight, and apply as necessary. You can get creative with flavors by adding your preferred essential oil!
For aching muscles and joints, heat the shea butter and beeswax in a double boiler, allow to cool, mix in the CBD oil, and apply as needed.
This refreshing, exfoliating body scrub will have you shining like a new penny. Mix with hands in bowl, adding a citrus essential oil such as Lemon for an extra zing.
Stored in a bottle, this serum can be applied with a dropper to affected areas. Carrot Seed oil and Rose Geranium essential oil will help open and cleanse the pores. Use jojoba oil as the carrier, as coconut oil can cause pore-clogging.
First, reschedule your home deliveries so you won’t be needing to answer the door. Then blitz the ingredients in a blender, apply as a face mask, leave for 10 minutes, and rinse with warm water.
Warm the coconut oil, almond oil, shea butter and beeswax in your double boiler, leave to cool, and add the remaining ingredients. Leave to cool completely and store in a jar. Add preferred floral oils for fragrance, such as Lavender.
Heels sore, aching and cracked? This minty foot refresher is a godsend. Heat the wax, cocoa butter and coconut oil in the double boiler, allow to cool, and mix in the remaining ingredients. Refrigerate if preferred.
Here’s a simple but effective idea to finish with – after caring for your cuticles with an orange stick, apply a few drops of CBD oil around the nail beds to prevent inflammation.
Learn More about CBD
There are many other ways CBD can enhance your life, and you can learn about them from this LabAroma podcast episode featuring cannabis nurse educator Katherine Golden.
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