Body & Skin / Health & Food23 Jul, 2022
Hemp Seed Oil: A Miracle for Skincare
Hempco Admin6 Mins. Read
Hempco Admin
Hemp seed oil is often referred to as hemp oil and is a cannabis-based product. It is produced by cold pressing hemp seeds which are found on the cannabis and hemp plants. It can be found in 2 formats: Refined and unrefined.
Hemp oil is often unrefined and tends to be a light green colour, with a nutty aroma, and its use in skincare is no new trend. Refined hemp oil is also available, and comes as a clear, odourless oil. Refined Hemp Oil is not as good for skin as unrefined.
The Skin is the biggest organ in the body and is constantly absorbing toxins from the everyday world. Skin disorders and issues are highly common, with conventional medicines often coming with a huge range of side effects.
More and more people are looking for alternative natural treatments that are safe and effective. Hemp Oil is becoming that treatment for many people.
Yes! Hemp oil is a non-comedogenic oil, making it suitable for all skin types! Hemp Oil has a comedogenic rating of 0, making it one of the few oils that is suitable for all skin types!
A comedogenic oil is any oil that is too heavy for a person’s skin, effectively blocking your pores and being unsuitable for the vast majority of skin types.
Comedones clogged pores causes blackheads and whiteheads, which can lead to acne. Many standard skincare products used comedogenic oils, which may be the root cause of your skin issues.
All oils that are used in skincare will have a comedogenic rating between 0 and 5, with 0 being the best.
Hemp oil has a comedogenic rating of zero, making it the perfect addition to any person's skincare routine without the stress of wondering will this oil leave your pores clogged!
Other popular noncomedogenic oils are sweet almond oil (2), grapeseed oil (1) and sunflower oil (0-2).
Any oil with a comedogenic rating higher than 2 is best to avoid to keep skin acne free and pores unclogged. Some popular oils used in common skincare products have a higher comedogenic rating, such as lanolin (2-3), coconut oil (4) and cocoa butter (4).
Hemp seed oil is one of the very few oils that have a comedogenic rating of zero, making it the obvious addition for skin care products to get the best results!
Acne is a skin disorder most people are familiar with, and it tends to flare up at any point in life. Multiple reasons can cause acne, but one of the more common and treatable causes is excess sebum production
When considering using hemp oil for treating acne, it’s a hugely beneficial oil thanks to it being full of rich, fatty acids, which can help prevent inflammation and help balance the skin, both of which are contributing factors to Acne.
Hemp is undergoing huge studies now for its skin benefits, with one study from the Journal of Clinical Investigation showing that hemp oil can help reduce sebum production, which is a huge part of why some people suffer from acne.
Eczema is a group of skin disorders that causes painful, red, itchy skin, that turns dry and flaky. Eczema is also quite common, affecting between 10 - 20 % of infants.
Hemp oil can be hugely beneficial for treating skin disorders such as eczema thanks to its many wonderful properties such as its anti-inflammatory compounds, antioxidants, and its huge amount of fatty acids.
The combination of all of these compounds can help reduce skin itchiness, dryness and pain, without clogging pores!
Psoriasis is an inflammatory autoimmune condition that affects the skin and damages epidermal propagation. It causes patches of red inflamed skin, accompanied by silver dry flakes, and can be extremely painful.
Hemp Oil is full of omega fatty acids, containing more than 75% omega 3 and omega 6. In addition to that, Hemp Oil also contains gamma-linolenic acid, which means it is higher in nutrients than other seed oils and even fish oil!
We understand that starting your Hemp skincare journey can be overwhelming with so many amazing products available, so we have compiled a list of our top recommendations for all skin types!
Our Hemp Natural Glow Box contains all the essentials you need to kickstart your Hemp skincare journey! All of the products inside the gift box are made from 100% organic hemp, grown right here in Australia.
You can rest assured that all of our skincare products at Margaret Hemp are not only cruelty-free to animals but also cruelty-free for your skin since they contain no SLS, Parabens or any other nasty ingredients you don't want on your skin!
This amazing gift box contains hempful's of goodies that normally cost $124.80, but you can get it in a package gift box for just $109.00.
Anyone who has used a standard cleanser knows how drying it can be on the face. That's why our Organic Hemp Cleanser is anything but standard. A thin, milky, non-foaming cleanser glides over the skin, leaving your face feeling clean and refreshed, yet still hydrated.
The Organic Hemp Cleanser costs $24.95, but buy it today for 30% off! For best results follow up with our Organic Hemp Face Scrub.
Use code: NATURALGLOW30 at checkout for 30% off our range of face products (including our men's range!)
The Organic Hemp Face Scrub is any skincare enthusiastic exfoliator of dreams! Wash away impurities and dead skin cells in minutes with or face scrub infused with Hemp oil and volcanic pumice.
Get our Organic Hemp Face Scrub 30% off its normal $24.95 price today. For best results, follow up with our Organic Hemp Face Serum.
Introducing our Organic Hemp Face Serum, rich in GLA and LA which provides anti-inflammatory benefits as well as nourishing, replenishing, and revitalizing your skin! Our serum can be used day and night before applying moisturizer.
Organic Hemp Face Serum is now 30% off its standard retail price of $34.95. Use before Organic Hemp Moisturiser for best results.
Our Organic Hemp Moisturiser comes with all 3 skin types in mind! Normal skin, oily skin, and dry skin moisturizers are all available to cater to your skin type. Hemp Seed oil is so rich in natural moisturizing properties makes Hemp Moisturiser the best choice for any skincare routine.
Get your normal skin, dry skin or oily skin Hemp Face Moisturiser 30% off its standard $39.95 price today!
With so many studies currently being done on the benefits of Hemp Oil, the list of its uses will only continue to grow. With the research currently available, adding Hemp Oil to any person's skin care is not only safe but is also highly recommended too!
