Is CBD an Effective Treatment for Acne?

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People have been using many natural treatments for having healthy and flawless skin. An option that is becoming increasingly popular these days is cannabidiol (CBD). It is being marketed these days as a treatment option for skin problems like acne and wrinkles.

Acne is a very common skin problem and it can be an irritation for people of all ages. Many factors like hormonal changes and imbalances, excess production of oil and sebum, and genetics influence the occurrence of acne. Other factors like stress, diet, and some medicines can also increase the severity of acne. Some studies suggest that CBD oil can be beneficial in the treatment of acne and such skin problems. Let us look into the details.

Is CBD Effective In Treating Acne?

As said earlier, acne is usually caused when dirt, dead skin, and sebum clog the skin pores. The bacteria Propionibacterium acnes can grow in the clogged pores and cause acne. The treatment of acne aims at keeping the skin free from oil and dirt to avoid the growth of acne-causing bacteria.

CBD is capable of stopping excess oil secretion and thereby help control the formation of acne. One of the studies conducted to find the effect of CBD on acne found that it inhibited the production of oil. The study also found that CBD has anti-inflammatory effects that can help prevent the formation of acne. The researchers concluded that CBD is a really promising therapeutic agent that can be used in the treatment of acne.

Can CBD Treat Body Acne?

The cause of body acne is the same as that of facial acne and so, it is possible that CBD products could help control body acne. You can find many soaps, bath bombs and body washes in the market that has CBD. These products can help you in treating and controlling body acne. Even though CBD products are not specifically marketed as a treatment for body acne, the anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects of CBD can be beneficial in the treatment.

Can CBD Help Remove Acne Scars?

Skin problems like acne can lead to scars on the skin. Disruptions in the skin due to pimples and skin picking can lead to scars. A recent study was conducted on twenty participants who had scars from atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. The participants were made to apply ointment enriched with CBD on the scars twice daily. This was continued for about three months and after this period, the researchers noticed that the appearance of the skin improved significantly, especially in areas like hydration and elasticity.

Even though the study was a small one and was not done on people with acne scars, it proved that CBD products can be used to reduce scars.

Using CBD Oil For Acne

CBD products like CBD oil can be easily applied to the skin to treat acne and such skin problems. You can mix the CBD oil with a carrier oil and then apply it directly to the problem area. Some of the carrier oils that you can use to mix with CBD oil are olive oil, argan oil, coconut oil, and shea butter. You may also take oral CBD oil together with the topical application to ensure better results.

You can find many topical CBD products in the market that can be beneficial in acne treatment. However, you need to check the other ingredients in CBD product to ensure that it does not contain any harsh chemicals that can be irritating to your skin. It is also important for you to ensure that the manufacturer has conducted third-party lab tests on the CBD product to confirm the safety and CBD content of the product.

Any Side Effects Of CBD For Acne Treatment?

Most of the research conducted to find out the safety of CBD products claims that CBD has a favorable safety profile. Some of the commonly reported side effects of CBD are changes in appetite, diarrhea, and fatigue. However, these side effects are seen when ingesting CBD in large doses and not when applied topically.

It is possible that you might experience some type of allergic reaction to topical CBD products. If you experience itching, peeling, or swelling after applying CBD products, you will have to immediately wash the area with soap and water. You can also apply cold to soothe the skin in the irritated area.

You can discontinue the use of CBD for acne treatment and seek the help of a skin specialist to find if you are allergic to CBD products. It might be some other ingredient in the product that is causing the allergic reaction and the professional will be able to help you find it out. In such cases, you can go for CBD skincare products with pure CBD extracts. You can find topical CBD products made from CBD isolates that do not contain any other ingredients.

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