What is hemp ?
Hemp is a herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. They are also found in Central America, Africa, China, India and the Middle East. The stem of the hemp can reach up to 7 m of height. Warning ! "Agricultural" (or "industrial") hemp has nothing to do with marijuana even though both originated from the same plant. The difference ? The levels of thetrahydrocannabinol, psychotropic marijuana. It is present in a very controlled quantity and is subject to important regulations in "industrial" hemp.
The composition of hemp oil
Hemp oil is extracted from hemp seeds and used for its essential fatty acid content. The ratio of omega-3 fatty acids to omega-6 fatty acids is ideal for our health (unlike most foods that have too much omega-6 fatty acids versus omega-3 fatty acids).
The hemp oil, combined beauty skin
Among the richest vegetable oils, hemp oil is ideal to treat dry, mature, dehydrated skin. The hemp oil firmens and softens the skin thus maintaining the elasticity of the skin . Thanks to its emollient capacities, hemp oil protects the skin from dehydration . The fatty acids contained in hemp oil stimulate the regeneration of skin tissue: hemp oil has anti-aging properties . Hemp oil is also used for reinforcing the venous walls and for improving blood circulation, which makes it possible to combat rosacea .
The hemp oil for healthy hair
The virtues of hemp oil also make it an ideal product for hair care . Thanks to its nourishing properties, the hemp oil improves the elasticity and the volume of the hair. It also has a smoothing power over the hair and brings them shine . It is also given an anti-dandruff effect.
Where can I find cosmetics made from hemp?
- At Aroma-Zone , you can create your own treatments using organic hemp vegetable oil and following the indications for a product adapted to our needs. "Organic hemp vegetable oil". Aroma-Zone 6,50 € the 100ml.
- At The Body Shop . A hydrating hand cream with hemp (14,50 €), a moisturizing and protective body care with hemp (200 ml - 17 €) and a rescue balm with hemp (100 ml - 19 €) which instantly protects the driest areas body like elbows and knees, a body butter (17 €) ...
