CBD is one of those buzzwords that seems to be on everything right now—from CBD tinctures and pens to tea drinks to beauty products. Short for Cannabidiol, CBD is a chemical compound from the Cannabid sativa plant that is known to provide a feeling of calm and relaxation. And unlike THC (which is also derived from the Cannabid sativa plant), it has no psychoactive properties—so there are no mind-altering effects. If ingested through a tincture or infused beverage, CBD is said to reduce anxiety and help you feel more relaxed. So what are the benefits of CBD in beauty products?
When applied topically, CBD is anti-inflammatory and can help minimize aches, pains, and sore muscles—which is why it can currently be found in everything from balms to moisturizers to serums to deodorants and hand creams. CBD has taken the beauty industry by storm and there are now an overwhelmingly large number of options to choose from. If you’re looking to add a CBD-infused product to your beauty routine, there are a few brands (highlighted below!) with a combination of buzz and great customer reviews to look towards while you start your search.
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Lord Jones is one of the most well-known CBD skincare brands out there and they offer a wide range of product options to fill whatever area you’re looking for, with their body lotion being one of the most popular. Saint Jane is another popular brand with beautiful packaging and high-quality ingredients—their serum is said to visibly calm redness and clear blemishes. Clean beauty brand Kopari just added a few CBD-infused products to their signature coconut oil-based offering, with people particularly loving the CBD Recovery Balm (said to soothe and relax sore muscles). Lab to Beauty is another beloved CBD skincare brand with a wide range of products—from hand sanitizer to bath salts. Even classic brands like Kiehl’s now offer serums with cannabis-derived ingredients to target redness and calm complexions. Whichever brand you choose, it’s ultimately a personal preference of whether CBD skincare is right for you.
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