CBD Beauty: Exploring CBD Benefits For Skin

Today, cannabidiol (CBD) is known to possess anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, which can help lower pain and inflammation. That’s why scientists and doctors believe that CBD can be used to treat and relieve pain, arthritis, muscle aches, neuropathic conditions, headaches, as well as a wide range of skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, sunburn, rosacea and insect bites when used topically. But when it comes to skin, are there any benefits of using CBD oil and sleep gummies?

Why Applying CBD Products On The Skin Is Beneficial

Our bodies contain a wide network of neurotransmitters and cannabinoid receptors as part of the complex endocannabinoid system (ECS). Research suggests that ECS and cannabinoids like CBD can play a role in regulating many processes that occur in the body and that cannabinoid receptors are also found in our skin cells.

Scientists are currently just starting to discover the potential health benefits of cannabidiol, but new research shows that it has a variety of healing properties that can be applied to the skin.

Decreased dryness & itching

A 2019 study showed that topical application of CBD might be beneficial for alleviating common symptoms of several skin conditions, such as dryness and itching. Its potent anti-inflammatory qualities can be especially useful in fighting the potential triggers of conditions like psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis. 

Plus, due to its great source of protein, essential fatty acids and various vitamins, CBD can bring the nourishment your skin needs. Therefore, the use of CBD can help to address dryness as well as promote skin cell growth and aid in repairing skin in case of cuts or wounds.

Acne control & treatment

A 2014 study explored the effects of cannabidiol on sebocytes, the skin cells that generate sebum, which is an oily substance generated by the body’s sebaceous glands. The study showed that CBD could inhibit human sebocytes from producing too much sebum, which can cause the formation of a hardened plug, which in turn contributes to various forms of acne.

Also, since acne is referred to as an inflammatory condition, CBD can be useful for treating acne. Due to its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, many people tend to use CBD oil for pain relief. These effects can also help soothe the skin, facilitate inflammation and reduce irritation, redness and breakouts. Additionally, according to a 2019 study applying CBD infused ointment may improve the appearance of acne scars. Not to mention that using CBD oil for anxiety and depression can be useful as these conditions can make acne worse.

Reduction of skin infections

A 2016 review indicates that cannabis may have antibacterial and antifungal properties. Since CBD oil is obtained from cannabis plants, it can help to prevent skin infections from dirt and other pollutants.

Anti-ageing effects

Aside from being beneficial in treating various issues such as skin infections, acne and underlying inflammation, CBD may also act to restore lost elasticity and the youthful glow of the skin. 

Oxidative stress is typically caused by an imbalance between the production of free radicals in the body and antioxidants that can counteract them. This can damage many of your tissues, which can lead to premature ageing over time. To prevent harmful oxidative effects, we need antioxidant-rich products.

Thanks to its promising antioxidant properties, the use of CBD can help fight harmful free radicals and diminish the look of inflammation, thereby helping to prevent signs of skin ageing such as ruddy skin tone, dullness and wrinkles.

Overall skin health

As we have already mentioned, the ECS is part of the body’s “tools” to maintain health. This also applies to the skin, the largest organ and first body’s defence against infection. When the ECS system is thrown off-kilter for some reason, the entire body faces the impact, but mostly it is the skin that starts to show the effects almost immediately. For instance, dry skin, itching and rashes are quite common symptoms that we encounter when the body’s hydration balance is disturbed.

CBD acts on the ECS system, prompting it to respond to such imbalances by rapidly producing more of the essential cannabinoids. This helps the body return to a state of good health and normalcy, which in turn quickly reflects on your skin. Thus, CBD can be useful for improving general skin health and tone and restoring its youthful glow.