Is CBD Good For Your Skin?

This article originally appeared on Jointly and has been republished with permission.

Did you know CBD can be great for your skin? CBD, the non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis, can be combined with coconut oil or other fats to create CBD oil or CBD balm that you can use on your skin. CBD oil serves as the basis for a variety of beauty and skin products. Because of CBD’s anti-inflammatory effects, studies show that it can be of great benefit in treating skin conditions such as:

• acne
• Dryness and itching from inflammation
• insect bites
• aging and wrinkles

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In this article, we will explore the benefits of including CBD in your skincare regimen and discuss how these skin conditions can benefit from the wondrous healing powers of CBD.

How CBD works to clear up acne breakouts

Acne is a common but frustrating skin condition. Luckily, research shows that CBD contains numerous anti-inflammatory compounds that can reduce oil and fight microbes, resulting in fewer breakouts and flare-ups. One of the main causes of a rash is excessive oil production by the sebum glands. These sebocytes (oil-producing skin cells) produce sebum, an oily, waxy protective substance that keeps skin supple, soft, and smooth (under normal conditions). Painful and inflamed acne spots appear when sebum production is out of balance.

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A 2014 study found that CBD is beneficial in reducing sebum production in individuals suffering from overactive sebaceous glands, improving acne and overall skin smoothness and appearance. Interestingly, another study published in 2016 concluded that due to the antibacterial and antifungal properties of cannabis, CBD could benefit various other processes involved in acne breakouts. In addition, CBD can help reduce the appearance of acne scars. A 2019 study shows that CBD can help reduce the appearance of acne scars and spots and halt active breakouts.

CBD for itchy skin

Dry and itchy skin can be very uncomfortable. Fortunately, a 2019 study shows that CBD oil-based products can help relieve skin irritation and itchy skin. The study concludes that CBD may be remarkably beneficial in treating dryness, itching, and flaking by scavenging triggers for these symptoms.

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How CBD Can Soothe Itchy Bug Bites

Nothing spoils an outdoor adventure faster than itchy bug bites. When a mosquito bites you, it triggers an inflammatory response that is accompanied by redness, swelling, and severe itching. CBD’s anti-inflammatory effects can target the skin’s endocannabinoid system and help alleviate these bothersome symptoms by reducing or stopping the itching associated with bug bites.

How CBD can help slow down the aging process

We’re not claiming that CBD is the fountain of youth, but a 2017 study shows that adding CBD to your anti-aging routine can be beneficial. The study highlighted the antioxidant properties of CBD. Oxidative stress is inevitable, but excessive oxidative stress accelerates the aging process. Luckily, CBD has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects that can help prevent the breakdown of skin collagen, which leads to wrinkles and inevitable skin aging.

CBD can be incredibly useful in treating common problematic skin conditions that contribute to itching, breakouts, and aging.

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Sam is an award-winning screenwriter of Are You Glad I’m Here on Amazon Prime. His passions include helping people understand purposeful cannabis use. He is Content Director at Jointly, a cannabis wellness company powered by a proprietary data platform to help people reach their full potential. The company was founded on the premise that purposeful cannabis use is the key to a better you.