It has many benefits across the spectrum. Its many benefits include a mood enhancer, good for the heart health, anti-inflammatory characteristics and as well as its most diverse benefit, highly beneficial for skin health.
It is harvested by cold compressing hemp seeds. Although the hemp oil is produced from the Cannabis plant seeds, the oil does not contain the active ingredient in marijuana known as THC.
Hemp oil contains omega 3 and 6 fatty acids which helps to reduce anti aging fine lines and wrinkles as well as
sooth the itchy burn from eczema. It helps to balance out oily skin by moderating oil production and keeping the skin correctly hydrated so that its not too oily or too dry, a perfect medium.
Acne can be a nuisance in teenagers or those with problematic oily skin. However hemp oil can be
highly beneficial for acne prone skin as it helps to keep the skin well balanced and not too oily.
For those who suffer from
psoriasis, the oil is also beneficial in that it keeps the skin well moisturized and nourished. It contains gamma linoleic acid GLA which acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory. This helps to encourage skin cell renewal and can be very helpful if the skin is irritated or inflamed as the oil will help sooth the skin. The linoleic acid and oleic acids are not naturally produced so it is important to add this to cosmetic products in order to benefit from their anti-inflammatory characteristics.
Added in to cosmetics, it helps keep the skin smooth and soft. The oil contains omega 3 and 6 fatty acids – which help with eczema. It has anti-aging help to reduce fine lines. It draws moisture to the skin. It also helps to strengthen nails and helps recovering cuticles. It is an exceptional emollient. If you suffer from rough skin – mix the oil with shea butter for a soothing and nourishing lubricant cream.
From all these benefits mentioned, it is easy to see why hemp oil is such an essential ingredients in cosmetic products.