The beauty world has been sparking up lately: Marijuana is multiplying in beauty products, and it’s ready to take your skin-care routine to another level. This is because the main ingredient, known for its stress-reducing and pain-alleviating benefits, has incredible ability with regards to topical, skin-boosting usage.
Available as moisturizers, balms, sprays and oils – marijuana-infused skin products are quickly becoming more than a beauty staple. Undoubtedly, these powerful antidotes offer numerous healing properties.
Generally, people complain of inflammation being the root cause of skin issues, ranging from acne to rosacea. Due of cannabinoids’ anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, using marijuana infused skincare can reduce puffiness, swelling, and even irritation.
Studies have shown that CBD can potentially be helpful for fighting acne, too, and may even give your skin a more youthful appearance, thanks to its inflammation-fighting abilities. And here’s yet another anecdotal way cannabis is becoming so effective: It can potentially help relieve pain.
Marijuana topicals also help immensely for knee and back pain. The creams or oils aid in treating pain in all areas of the body. Even better, they are also fast-acting. Once applied, the cannabinoids in topicals attach with receptors in the skin, providing quick relief.
Another positive aspect of topical marijuana infusions is that they do not enter the bloodstream. This means zero psych activity. So you can apply them generously without the potential side effects of too much THC. For full-body aches and pains, marijuana-infused bath salts – or a massage works best for full results.
Applying cannabis topically for bug bites, scratches, and other skin abrasions are ideal because they offer localized pain relief while reducing swelling. The right marijuana topical can also contain powerful antibacterial properties.
However, the topical should be applied with caution as not all cannabis topicals are made similarly. But ingredient list should be checked first, as certain additives could potentially intensify your symptoms.
Sufferers of psoriasis know just how excruciating this condition can be. Described by an overabundance development of skin cells, psoriasis causes itchy, painful red patches on the skin, which can be embarrassing and more important uncomfortable. For many psoriasis patients, the choices are limited. Unfortunately, there is presently no known cure for the condition. Marijuana, however, is proving to be a powerful treatment option. A study in 2007 revealed that cannabinoids hindered the development of dead skin cells – an immediate cause of psoriasis.
Taking everything into account, though the stereotypical perspective of marijuana isn’t that great, marijuana-infused skincare has innumerable benefits, the only issue is how these amazing benefits should be conveyed to both industries, investors and skin-care consumers in order to make it a profitable and successful venture.