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What is CBD and how can it help your skin ?
What is CBD ? The Cannabis sativa plant is made up of more than 120 components which are known as cannabinoids . Two very common components are cannabidiol ( CBD ) and delta-9- tetrahydrocannabinol ( THC ).
THC is known to be the psychoactive ingredient giving users the feeling of being ‘ high ’ when consumed . CBD on the other hand is not psychoactive and has been known to have therapeutic uses for things like pain management , anxiety , and depression , to name a few . Some research has also shown that it can benefit patients suffering from Alzheimer ’ s , Parkinson ’ s , epilepsy , and cancer .
In more recent times , CBD is being widely used in other healthcare products like oils , edibles , creams , and balms .
There are three types of CBD :
• Full Spectrum CBD contains all cannabinoids naturally found in the cannabis plant , including trace amount of THC ( less than 0.3 per cent )
• Broad Spectrum CBD contains no THC but does contain other cannabinoids
• CBD Isolate contains only CBD , meaning just the single compound
Is CBD legal in Hong Kong ? Yes , CBD is legal in Hong Kong . THC and its derivatives are not , and only licensed companies can import and distribute through the appropriate channels . CBD products in Hong Kong cannot contain any traces of THC , and therefore you will not find any full spectrum products on the market .
Why is CBD good for the Skin ? CBD has anti-inflammatory benefits when applied to the skin , therefore making it a desirable ingredient for its potentially calming benefits . It also has the potential to decrease excess sebum ( oil ) production therefore having a balancing effect on the skin .