With CBD becoming big business in many parts of the world, it was only a matter of time until beauty mavens began harnessing the properties of cannabis to create effective skincare products
Now, CBD skincare is becoming big business. Jefferies, a New York-based investment bank, estimates that the global CBD beauty market could be worth $25 billion over the next 10 years and account for 15% of the total skincare market. Loosening regulations around CBD has a lot to do with this.
With so many brands now jumping on the CBD bandwagon, it’s forcing big retailers to take notice. In the United States, mega department store Dillard’s and chain beauty superstore Ulta now both carry CBD-infused products.
Why is CBD good for your skin?
CBD has plenty of good-for-skin benefits. It’s an antioxidant and supports collagen production and cell regeneration; its anti-inflammatory properties even help reduce redness and combat acne. If you’re looking for a star ingredient for skincare, you’d be hard-pressed to find one more effective than CBD.
1. Saint Jane
This CBD skincare line takes its name from the “innocent” side of Mary Jane (CBD is non-psychoactive) but creates results-driven products that harness the power of high-quality Cannabidiol and botanicals. Founder Casey Georgeson used her experiences at Marc Jacobs Beauty and Kat Von D Beauty to create a line of powerful cannabis-infused skin products. Oprah herself acknowledged the brand’s Luxury Body Serum with an O Magazine Award. The product contains 200mg of full-spectrum CBD, 29 botanicals, and exfoliating fruit acids that effectively boost radiance.
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2. Keracell
Advanced scientific research and technology power the products by Keracell. Most of their products use a proprietary Multiple Human Cell Stem Cell Technology in clinical-strength formulas that work. Try the Sleeping Beauty Overnight Mask with CBD and MHCsc Technology to address inflammation, dryness and dull skin.
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3. Vertly
Claudia and Zander Gladish are behind this California brand. Zander had used cannabis to treat pain from athletic injuries and knee surgery, and when Claudia switched careers to become an herbalist, the idea for Vertly was born. Now, they create nutrient-rich skincare with full-spectrum CBD and fresh herbs, all in small batches. Combining the brand’s signature CBD oil with fresh calendula, rose, and aloe vera, Vertly’s Soothing Florals Face Mist effectively treats redness and promotes natural healing.
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4. Kana
This Los Angeles-based skincare company uses hemp extracts to boost the skin’s ability to transform. Plus, their products are vegan, cruelty- and paraben-free. Taking a leaf out of the Korean beauty book, their EFG Active Botanical Essence is a lightweight serum that pairs CBD with Epidermal Growth Factor to stimulate cellular growth. The result? Tight, bouncy skin.
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5. Hora
Created by a skincare enthusiast, Hora was developed after years of being a consumer and figuring out which active ingredients worked best for different skincare needs. Try their best-selling Super Serum, which combines 250mg of CBD with marine collagen, rosehip oil and argan oil in a formula that can hydrate the face and hair.
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6. Yuyo Botanics
Made with organically and biodynamically-grown hemp oil in Nashville, Tennessee, these products are carefully formulated to offer exactly what your body needs, at the time it needs it. The 900mg Tumeric + Formula tincture features 900mg of full-spectrum Cannabinoid extract, turmeric root, ginger root, and black pepper to combat stress and inflammation.
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7. Beboe
Scott Campbell grew up being told he couldn’t eat the brownies his grandmother made specifically for his mom. The reason? Campbell’s mother had cancer, and these brownies were made with marijuana to help her nausea. Years later, Campbell paired with Clement Kwan to create a brand of sophisticated cannabis experiences. Their skincare line features the High Potency CBD Face Mask and Face Serum, which are packed with active plant ingredients to nourish, hydrate, and brighten the skin.
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8. Cannabliss Organics
Combining Korean herb formulations with organically-grown Colorado hemp, this brand produces high-quality, organic products that pack a punch. Restore your skin with the brand’s Moisturizing Face Lotion, which contains CBD with Schisandra, goji berry, and peony to provide intense hydration and protect against environmental damage.
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9. Life Elements
Life Elements was created by another husband-wife team – Martha and Curt – and stemmed from Martha’s experiences growing up in Mexico. Her family’s herbal traditions saw her collecting herbs and making tinctures with her grandparents – which created the ideal base for starting a CBD skincare brand. All their products are ethical and use sustainably-sourced ingredients, but you’ll love the multi-purpose CBD Skin Repair. Designed to treat everything from rashes and bug bites to breakouts – and deliver a dose of moisture in the process – this does-it-all product features broad-spectrum CBD oil as well as soothing ingredients like beeswax, royal jelly, tea tree oil, and myrrh.
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High-Level Skincare
CBD’s come a long way with evolving attitudes and legalization. And, it looks set to take the skincare world by storm as beauty enthusiasts discover just how beneficial CBD can be for skin. These eight brands are leading the charge with high-quality products – so are you ready to indulge?
This article originally appeared on Destination Deluxe.