The Benefits of Applying Hemp Seed Oil to Skin

In cosmetic and body care products, Hemp Seed Oil is anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, fights skin inflammations, helps heal skin lesions, has antioxidants, prevents tissue damage, offers some protection against UV sun exposure, and contains moisture balancing properties. The oil is non-greasy, readily absorbs into the pores, is an emollient, and has rejuvenating and moisturizing properties for the skin. People with psoriasis, acne, eczema, dandruff and dry skin can benefit from topical application to affected areas or from inclusion of the oil in hair and skin products. You can also take the oil internally to experience improved skin texture and suppleness.  Adult users of Hemp Seed Oil have reported softer skin, and stronger nails and hair after only a few weeks of using 1-2 tablespoons per day.




Moisture regulation is carried out through a layer of the epidermis called the stratum corneum. The stratum corneum is comprised of skin cells held together by lipids. Our skin cells are continuously dying, shedding and being replaced by new ones. This cycle is controlled by the health of the stratum corneum, or "barrier" layer. The key to the integrity of this barrier is moisture, specifically keeping water inside the skin. In order to do this you need to apply a humectant (something that attracts or holds water). Hemp Seed Oil replenishes our EFA's (essential fatty acids), which helps our skin hold moisture, making it a natural humectant. The effectiveness of our barrier function is what determines the moisture level of our skin, along with the health, softness and smoothness of it.  EFA's specifically Omega 6, Omega 3 and Omega 9 preserve this barrier.


Hemp Seed Oil is made up of 80% essential fatty acids, the highest amount of any other plant. It prevents moisture loss on a physiological level; it does not just merely "coat" the skin as do other oils. It contains the ideal ratio of Omega 6 to Omega 3 based on our cells needs. Hemp Seed Oil so closely matches our own skin's lipids that it's able to penetrate inside our cells and lubricate the surface between them, allowing the EFA's to enter our body. For this reason EFA's have been proven to provide a healthy moisture balance and play a preventative role in skin aging.


Skin that's lacking in EFA's allows a greater loss of moisture, causing dryness. Dry skin problems, such as eczema, psoriasis, cracking, scaling, and loss of elasticity can be reversed by using skin care products containing Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Regular use of Hemp Seed Oil can help reduce any skin discomfort. It soothes and restores dry damaged skin, leaving it smooth, silky, and moisturized. It also provides mild UV protection, which helps prevent damage and diseases related to over-exposure to the sun. Hemp Seed Oil is also an excellent choice for hair and lip care. Check out Allgreens Lip Balm which is made primarily of Hemp Seed Oil along with other high quality natural ingredients.

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