Single ingredient skincare has taken a massive turn in the last few years and as beauty fanatics, we are always on a lookout for new ingredients that are dropping in the skincare market every now and then. The surge in hemp skincare has recently been hyped and it has been enjoying the elevated status of a holy-grail skincare ingredient. From being known for its relaxing properties to moisturizing and nourishing ones, hemp is slowly making its way into our skincare routines, but the question arises, is it even worth it? Well, let's find out as we list down all the benefits of the ingredient for skin.
5 Benefits Of Hemp For Skincare
1. Treats Acne
Acne is a most commonly faced problem among many of us. Hemp oil or products infused with a decent amount of hemp are a great way to introduce this ingredient to your daily skincare. It doesn't clog pores and has cleansing properties. It also controls excess sebum production which eventually helps in growth of acne.
2. Fights The Signs Of Ageing
With age your skin also starts reflecting it's signs and it is better to go for the right ingredients and products instead of stocking up multiple ones. Hemp is a rich source of multiple nutrients which helps in giving your skin the right nourishment, making it look radiantly youthful and controlling signs of ageing.
3. Promoting Circulation
Hemp is also known to be rich in Vitamin E properties. It also helps in production of red blood cells in the body that distributes oxygen to various body parts and promotes blood circulation which gives a calming effect to the skin as well. This keeps the skin nourished and improves elasticity.
4. Moisturises The Skin
Hemp is high in moisturising properties which eventually keep the skin barrier nourished and moisturize without clogging pores, allowing the skin to breathe. It also gives a boost of hydration to the skin, giving a relaxing and soothing effect to it. The moisturising properties of hemp helps to balance out the skin and reduce the overproduction of oil.
5. Anti-Inflammatory Properties
The hemp ingredient is also rich in fatty acids and eventually has anti-inflammatory properties, which heals the skin and encourages cell turnover, eventually leading to skin repair and growth. It keeps the skin barrier protected as well.
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