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What is CBD and how will it benefit
your skin care clients?

 

Author:  brenda j. eaden

 

 
What is CBD?
 
There is plenty of research and information readily available on CBD and its origin and uses.  Let me share some of the basics to give you an overall understanding.
 
CBD is short for cannabidiol.  It is just one of many different compounds known as cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant.
 
CBD from the Cannabis sativa plant is one of the phytochemicals that we’ve come to understand further, and with its positive influence on mind and body, CBD is emerging as a botanical superstar.  The cannabis plant has been used intuitively as a plant medicine by cultures around the world for centuries.
 

 

What are cannabinoids?


Cannabinoids are active compounds produced by all cannabis plants.  They account for most of the benefits of cannabis.  Cannabinoids founds in plants are called phytocannabinoids.


There are two commonly known phytocannabinoids.  One is called Full-Spectrum CBD and the other type is Broad-Spectrum CBD.  These phytocannabinoids work in concert with the body’s endocannbinoid  (ECS) system which promotes homeostatis.  Together, these cannabinoids are instrumental is blocking the pain signals sent to our brain.

 

 

What is the difference between Full-Spectrum & Broad-Spectrum CBD?

 

Full-Spectrum  CBD is derived from hemp and contains many cannabinoids beyond only CBD including THC which is the psychoactive chemical found in marijuana.  Full-Spectrum CBD also contains other elements of the hemp plant, including naturally occurring terpenes, essential vitamins, fatty acids, proteins, and more.


Users feeling they need Full-Spectrum CBD products are cautioned as they run the risk of showing positive for THC in drug tests which may pose a problem for those requiring testing for a variety of reasons.


As for Broad-Spectrum CBD, it is CBD that has been extracted from the cannabis plant with all of the other compounds found in Full-Spectrum EXCEPT it contains <.03% of THC.  You will learn that products containing this trace amount of THC also has no psychoactive effects on users and will not show positive for THC on drug tests.

 

 

CBD Discoveries


In recent years, research has shown because of CBD’s ability to help mitigate pain and inflammation,  in many cases is proving to be a great alternative to commonly used NSAIDs and opioids.


We are hearing more and more about the side effects of NSAIDs as it relates to high blood pressure and kidneys damage.  Opioids overuse poses even more serious concerns. It is widely reported the abuses of opioids possesses even more deadly consequences due its quickly addictive nature and how it affects the part of the brain which regulates breathing.  High does can cause respiratory depression and death.


Establishing a regime to gradually substitute over-the-counter and prescription drugs with CBD is growing as people become more familiar with the benefits experienced from the natural phytochemicals found in cannabis combined with other botanicals.


Companies are now finding a myriad of beneficial uses for CBD for humans and pets by incorporating various strains into tinctures, topicals, micro-bioavailable capsules, a variety of ingestibles,  and even suppositories.

 
 
How will CBD benefit your skin treatment clients?
 
After clients receive procedures such as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser treatments, hair removal, microblading, tattooing etc., it is very common that afterwards, they may experience some level of discomfort, redness, and inflammation. 

Depending on the type of treatment administered to the client, the healing process may be also be accompanied by itching, dryness and peeling.


As talked about above, CBD has shown to be helpful when used to help with the management of the very conditions that result from client receiving these procedures.

 
Energe’ Botanicals felt it could take product development to the next level by working with scientists and plant-biochemists to add superior products composed of all natural ingredients which are proven for their efficacy to our brand. These products can be bundled into treatment packages or made available for retail purchase recommended by the clinician or esthetician for ongoing after care skin maintenance.  
 
 
Click here is interested in learning about the development of our skincare line of products and our WHOLESALE PREMIUM PRICING PROGRAM.  Improve your clients experience while improving your bottom-line!