Hemp In Cosmetics: A New Trendy Ingredient

Hemp is in the news a lot at the moment and not only for its relaxing CBD properties! This plant is also a trendy ingredient in cosmetics. We suggest you discover the virtues of hemp oil for dry and sensitive skin.

A beneficial oil

Did you know that hemp is one of the trending ingredients in herbalism in the form of relaxing CBD, but also in cosmetics?

Specifically, in beauty products, hemp oil obtained by pressing the seeds of the plant is used.

Let's clarify right away that this oil from cannabis sativa has no psychotropic active ingredient.

It does not contain THC, the psychotropic substance of cannabis and therefore has no contraindications or prohibitions for cosmetic use.

On the other hand, it is very rich in omega 3 and omega 6 polyunsaturated fatty acids.

An ally for dry skin

Due to its composition and richness in polyunsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E, hemp oil is close to human sebum.

It is therefore ideal for nourishing dry skin and restoring its elasticity. It combats the discomfort of dry and reactive skin.

Not only does it soothe very dry and sensitive skin, but it is also indicated for mature skin that will benefit from its anti-aging properties.

A multi-purpose oil

Used alone or in synergy with other moisturizing actives in cosmetic products, the advantage of hemp oil is that it can be applied on the face, body or hair.

No matter how you use it, it will moisturize these different areas without leaving a greasy film. People who don't like the texture of raw vegetable oils will appreciate its quick absorption and non-greasy feel.

In fact, it can be used as a dry oil for massages.

Since it also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it can help treat skin problems such as eczema, acne, psoriasis as well as rosacea and other redness.

A growing choice of products

A little-known or confidential ingredient until recently, hemp oil is gradually becoming more democratic in the Cosmetics department.

You can buy it pure and organic at Aroma-Zone or under the brands Florame and Centifolia for example.

To note: as with all vegetable oils used in cosmetics, it is best to choose an organic oil obtained without solvents by cold pressing.

Moreover, this very nourishing oil is the basic ingredient of the products of the Chanvria brand based in the Champagne-Ardennes region (see link below).

This made in France brand declines hemp oil in the form of body balm, moisturizing serum but also creams for the face, hands or feet.

All these products are of vegetable origin, with a simple, natural and organic composition.