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CBD Skincare: The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

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CBD has anti-aging, skin-enhancing, and skin healing benefits. Topical CBD also provides muscle relief. But for CBD to work, it requires a specific dosage, quality, and formulation. A product that meets all these criteria is The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company. It has an astounding 1500mg of CBD to soothe muscles and improve chronic skin conditions…including signs of aging.
The Balm by Deeply Rooted

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company provides superior skincare benefits

Defining Quality CBD Skincare

You’ve probably seen CBD in many popular boutique brands at Sephora, Violet Gray, Blue Mercury, and Ulta.

But some CBD skincare uses just enough CBD to include it on the ingredient list, but not enough CBD to offer effective skincare or muscle relief. This practice is called “sprinkling”.  Sprinkling is surprisingly common, even amongst some well-known, reputable beauty brands. Some beauty brands include only 50-100mg of CBD in their formulations.

Another practice is using questionably sourced or heavily processed CBD isolates. CBD Isolates are so highly processed that they lose the valuable CBD nutrients, including skin-loving CBG (more about CBG later).

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is a full-spectrum CBD free of all these common CBD problems.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is an impressive formulation

Have you ever been underwhelmed by a CBD skincare product? Then you got a product with subpar CBD. Because good CBD lives up to the hype.

Why The Balm is Special

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company contains CBD from Deep Rooted Hemp Company’s own Colorado grown industrial hemp. Deep Rooted Hemp Company is fully transparent – all of their Independent CANNABINOID PROFILE test results are available for download on their website.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is:

  • 1500mg of Full Spectrum CBD from US Grown Organic Hemp Oil
  • Mindfully grown and crafted
  • Small Batch
  • Sustainable supply chain supporting women, veterans, minority and disabled owned businesses.
  • Independently tested
  • Full Transparency
  • Minimally processed for environmentally sound footprint
  • Less than 0.3% THC
  • Responsible packaging with Hemp-based fiber labels

It is a high-quality CBD – and a generous amount of it – at a whopping 1500 mg – far exceeding their competitors.  The Balm’s CBD level is high enough to address chronic skin concerns and even sore muscles.

This multi-purpose skin and muscle treatment is packaged in an easy to use, non-greasy formulation. This formulation also combines CBD with effective natural ingredients to provide relief to problematic skin and sore muscles.

The Balm contains 1500 mg per 2 ounce tin!

The Balm contains 1500 mg of full-spectrum, independently-tested CBD per 2-ounce tin!

This Full Spectrum CBD contains CBD, CBG, CBN, CBC, Flavonoids & Terpenes. Plus Omegas and Vitamin D [1] to give skin a lovely glow!
Style Chicks answers your questions about The Balm

Hands chapped from so much extra hand washing? The Balm is excellent on soothing my rough, dry cuticles

CBD Skincare Benefits

Full Spectrum CBD, such as used in The Balm, has several skincare benefits.

Hemp Seed Oils fatty acid profile is highly beneficial for the skin. It protects the skin barrier and treats several skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, and acne. Hemp seed oil is a good source of polyunsaturated and essential fatty acids. These address the skins of skin aging.

CBG

Cannabigerols (CBG) is a very important compound found in full spectrum CBD. CBG is a skin-care superstar.

CBG kills bacteria and reduces inflammation. CBG addresses complicated skin problems that typically require prescription creams. These include moderate photo-damage, eczema and psoriasis. [2]

CBG is difficult to extract, so a Full-spectrum CBD like The Balm is a great way to get CBG benefits.

CBD Skin Care Research

CBD Research

CBD Research Studies show many skincare and pain relief benefits

Research studies show CBD helps:

  • Dry and irritated skin
  • Sore muscles and joints
  • Bruises
  • Chapped lips
  • Signs of aging such as wrinkles and dullness
  • Inflammation, including inflammation due to chronic inflammatory conditions [3,4]
  • Acne
  • Skin sensitivity
  • Excess sebum[5]
  • Eczema and Psoriasis[6]
  • Restores sun-damaged skin

Topical CBD for Pain Relief

Exercise or repetitive tasks can cause achy joints and sore muscles. Topical CBD can help. The European Journal of Pain published a study reports:

“topical CBD application has therapeutic potential for relief of arthritis pain-related behaviours and inflammation without evident side-effects. [7]

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company has 1500mg of CBD per tin

How The Balm’s Supporting Ingredients Soothe sore muscles

Injury or exercise can induce muscle soreness.

The action of the ingredients Comfrey and Plantain are particularly interesting because, during the initial period of injury, the liver secretes an enzyme that causes the activity of fibroblasts in the body to increase collagen production, the protein the body uses to repair soft tissue.

Comfrey and Plantain produce the compound Allantoin, which stimulates the activity of the fibroblasts to continue producing collagen beyond the initial period of injury, after which time the fibroblasts ordinarily return to their pre-injury level of activity.

Scan the QR code on the bottom of the tin for the independent lab testing results for that batch

As a result, soft tissue repair continues at an accelerated pace for as long as the Comfrey and Plantain-containing formula is applied.

Arnica supports the healing that has been set in motion by Comfrey and Plantain, as do the other ingredients. It is very effective on post-workout soreness.

Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients found in The Balm.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

Ingredient Profile

CBD Oil comes from Cannabis Sativa

Hemp Oil

Organic Hemp Seed Oil

Hemp Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the Cannabis sativa plant. Hemp Seed Oil doesn’t contain the same compounds as the plant, but still has the nutrients and fatty acids.  These include essential amino acids, omega-3, omega-6, omega-9, Vitamin E, and minerals.

Food-grade Hemp Seed Oil contains no THC or only trace levels. THC is the compound associated with the cannabis high.

Olive oil

Olive Oil

Olive Oil moisturizes but won’t clog pores. It has skin-enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols.

Linoleic acid has an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin.

Olive Oil within a formulation removes the greasy feel of direct application.

Shea Butter

Derived from the Shea nut, this emollient is packed with vitamins to soften skin, heals scars, and reduces acne.

Shea can feed the skin and overhaul the skin texture, even on deep burns.

Cocoa Seed

Cocoa Butter

Cocoa Butter from the fatty part of the Cocoa bean.

Cocoa Butter is popular for pre-empting stretch marks. It helps the skin remain resilient and elastic. It is also moisturizing.

Cocoa Seed Butter contains a significant amount of polyphenol and flavonoid antioxidants.

Cocoa Butters’ natural barrier action compensates for the disrupted ceramides levels typically found in dry, irritated or inflamed skin.

Beeswax

Beeswax

Beeswax

Beeswax is a bee by-product which softens the skin. It has an occlusive quality to provide a barrier while retaining moisture.

It is a natural skin conditioner that stands up to wind, dry weather, cold winters, and hot summer sun.

Calendula

Calendula

Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Studies have shown that calendula can increase collagen production and stimulates epithelial cell growth to promote cell turnover [8].

It is an anti-inflammatory that helps heal the skin. It is generally used in conjunction with other ingredients to help buffer potent ingredients and soothe the skin.

Comfrey

Comfrey

Comfrey is used for the “topical treatment of pain, inflammation and swelling of muscles and joints in degenerative arthritis, acute myalgia in the back, sprains, contusions and strains after sports injuries and accidents” [9]

Plantain

A starchy cousin of the tropical banana. They are often called cooking bananas.

In addition to the comfrey-plantain collagen-producing and healing action described above, Plantains contain magnesium for muscle cramp relief.

Arnica

Arnica is in The Balm

Arnica

Arnica flower is a natural anti-inflammatory. It reduces puffiness without causing dryness or dehydration.

It also decreases bruising and inflammation. Arnica promotes healing and reduces swelling.

Studies show it is helpful with osteoarthritis and knee pain. It reduces swelling.[11]

Lemongrass

Lemongrass

The leaves and oils of the Lemongrass plant are used for a variety of ailments including  rheumatism and achy joints.

Lemongrass has a fresh, calming, citrus scent.

Lavender

Lavender Oil softens and conditions the skin.

It contains linalyl acetate, an anti-inflammatory that heals skin irritation.[10]

Lavender’s anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties keep skin healthy. It has soothing properties to calm any imbalances such as inflammation or dry skin flaking.

The linalyl acetate in lavender enhances cell growth in the skin.

Lavender

The Experience

A freshly opened tin of The Balm has a smooth texture. It is harder than jelly or cream but it is not difficult to work with or scoop. Just a small amount is all you need.

Freshly opened The Balm has a smooth texture. It is harder than jelly but not stiff or difficult to work with

texture

Non-sticky balm that melts into an easy to apply oil texture.

The Balm texture and consistency

The Balm texture and consistency

Close up on a scoop of The Balm to see the texture. It is the color of honey but not at all sticky, even on dry down

scent

Refreshing lemongrass as a top note. Far preferable to the tell-tale Bengay like odors of many topical ointments.

Directions: apply to dry skin, sore muscles, joints, and bruises. Rub in well.

application

The Balm quickly melts into the skin. It is not sticky like Bengay or lidocaine creams. The Balm doesn’t stain clothing, make me oily or leave a residue. It doesn’t burn or sting.

The Balm is outstanding on chapped lips. My lips are chronically dry, especially in winter. I tried everything, even Creme de la Mer concentrate. The Balm soothes chapped lips while providing a mild plumping action.

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company is a natural remedy to soothe sore muscles. It also provides a superior natural remedy for several chronic skincare ailments.

CBD instead of OTC Pain Relievers

With unexplained muscle or joint aches, it is always wise to check with your doctor to avoid masking a serious underlying issue.

But if your muscular pain and soreness associated with exercise or other known causes, you might find this product a good alternative to many others whose negatives outweigh their positives. Why take ibuprofen or Tylenol when a safe, natural remedy will work?

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

Where to buy it

Find The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company at https://deeprootedhemp.com/collections/the-balms

Special Offer:

Special Offer

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

Try The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company at a great price.

Get 20% off all topicals, tinctures, and small-batch products with code HEMPSTYLE20

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

Style Chicks answers your questions about The Balm

Style Chicks answers your questions about The Balm

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company?

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References

  1. Olh, Attila et al. Cannabidiol exerts sebostatic and antiinflammatory effects on human sebocytes. The Journal of clinical investigation vol. 124,9 (2014): 3713-24. doi:10.1172/JCI64628
  2. Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, June 2017, pages 139-154
  3. Palmieri B, Laurino C, Vadal  M. A therapeutic effect of cbd-enriched ointment in inflammatory skin diseases and cutaneous scars. Clin Ter. 2019;170(2):e93-e99. doi:10.7417/CT.2019.2116
  4. Federica P., Cannabis sativa L. and Nonpsychoactive Cannabinoids: Their Chemistry and Role against Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, and Cancer, BioMed Research International. Volume 2018, https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/1691428
  5. Olh, Cannabidiol exerts sebostatic, The Journal of clinical investigation
  6. Palmieri, A therapeutic effect,  Clin Ter.
  7. Hammell, D C et al. Transdermal cannabidiol reduces inflammation and pain-related behaviours in a rat model of arthritis. European journal of pain (London, England) vol. 20,6 (2016): 936-48. doi:10.1002/ejp.818
  8. Naveed, Akhtar & Zaman, Shahiq uz & Khan, Barkat & Khan, Haji M. shoaib & Ahmad, Mahmood & Rasool, Fatima & Mahmood, Tariq & Rasul, Akhtar. (2011). Evaluation of various functional skin parameters using a topical cream of Calendula officinalis extract. African journal of pharmacy and pharmacology. 5. 199-206.
  9. Staiger, Christiane. Comfrey: a clinical overview. Phytotherapy research : PTR vol. 26,10 (2012): 1441-8. doi:10.1002/ptr.4612
  10. R, Suter A, Saller R, et al. Choosing between NSAID and arnica for topical treatment of hand osteoarthritis in a randomised, double-blind study. Rheumatol Int. Apr 2007;27(6):585-591.
  11. Peana AT, D™Aquila PS, Panin F, Serra G, Pippia P, Moretti MD. Anti-inflammatory activity of linalool and linalyl acetate constituents of essential oils. Phytomedicine. 2002;9(8):721-726. doi:10.1078/094471102321621322
The Balm

The Balm by Deep Rooted Hemp Company

ABOUT THIS POST

The Style Chicks team personally tests and thoroughly evaluates each product before it is featured. We received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion about this product. We produced this blog post because we want our readers to know about this great product!

Style Chicks independently researches product ingredients to understand how every featured product works. We show our research in the References section of each article.

Our opinions are 100% our own.

Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo Conditioner Set

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It is a good time for hair rehab. Curly hair is naturally dry and requires extra moisture. An excellent shampoo and conditioning duo to restore moisture into dry, damaged hair is Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set. It contains only gentle, moisturizing ingredients including Passionfruit Extract, Sweet Almond Oil, Panthenol, and Black Seed Oil.
Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set

Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set

Why curly hair Needs Moisture

Curly hair requires extra moisture

Curly hair is naturally drier. It has a wider diameter which leads to more surface moisture loss. Our natural scalp oils have difficulty making their way down the spiral shape of a curl.

The shape of a curl also makes it extra brittle.

When curly hair is colored or styled straight with hot tools, it can easily damage already dry hair.

Many shampoos and even conditioners contain ingredients that dry out and damage curly hair. These include parabens, sulphates, silicones, and alcohols.

If you have curly hair, it is a great time to transition away from drying shampoos and conditioners in order to achieve lush, healthy, soft, and shiny curls.

A great haircare set for curly hair is Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set.

The Maximilian set deeply hydrates hair

The Maximilian Set deeply hydrates hair

About The Maximilian Set

Maximilian comes in a presentation box

Maximilian comes in a presentation box

The Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set contains a shampoo and conditioner, each is 16 ounces (500 ml). It contains only ingredients suitable for dry, curly hair.

Shampoo and conditioner boxed set

Shampoo and conditioner boxed set

The set comes nicely boxed so it is suitable to give as a gift to your favorite curly girl (or guy)!

Deeply hydrating treatment for curly hair

Deeply hydrating treatment for curly hair

What Makes Maximilian Special

Maximilian ingredients are considered safe for curly hair

Both the shampoo and conditioner use natural, safe, curly friendly ingredients to infuse and lock in moisture.

Also important is what these products do NOT contain:

  • No Sulfate, Parabens, PEG, coloring, or gluten
  • No Silicone
  • No animal testing, cruelty-free

While these features are vital for curly hair, they are also beneficial to any texture hair that is dry, colored or damaged. Sulfates can be drying to even oily hair types. But this set uses three gentle cleansers considered safe for curly hair.

This volumizing formula makes hair healthier, it smooths the hair while imparting softness and shine. The ingredients work together to add moisture and then lock in that moisture.

Let’s take a closer look at these outstandingly curl-friendly ingredients.

Maximilian Supporting Ingredients

This shampoo and conditioner set uses exotic ingredients such as Passionfruit

This shampoo and conditioner set uses exotic ingredients such as Passionfruit

Passion Fruit Extract

Passion fruit Extract contains hair restoring nutrients

Passion fruit Extract contains hair restoring nutrients

Passion fruit seed oil, also known as Maracuja Oil, is a Brazilian beauty mainstay. It improves how the hair looks and feels. It also benefits the health of the scalp. Healthy scalps are vital to growing healthy hair.

Passion fruit extract contains 72% linoleic acid, one of the richest sources of this hair-friendly essential acid. [1]  This gives hair a glossy, healthy shine.

It is rich in vitamin A, potassium, antioxidants, and minerals that benefit both hair and scalp. Vitamin C, riboflavin, carotene improves moisture retention. These antioxidants counteract the oxidative stress signs of hair aging [2]

Vitamin E improves dry hair and a dry scalp. It infuses moisture and retains it. This helps alleviate dandruff and restore dry, damaged hair.  Vitamins B6 and B2 aid scalp circulation. This benefits follicles and helps build stronger hair. Passion fruit extract also has anti-inflammatory benefits.

The vitamins in Passion fruit extract are amazing at locking in moisture without leaving the hair greasy or limp.

Sweet Almond Oil restores brittle hair

Sweet Almond Oil restores brittle hair

Sweet Almond Oil

Sweet Almond Oil is hair reparative and softening.  Sweet Almond Oil is excellent for brittle hair, damaged hair, dry and over-processed hair.

Sweet almond oil contains proteins and vitamins A, B, D, and E, Omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipids, and magnesium. Amino acids and proteins strengthen the hair strand and smooth the appearance of the hair cuticle.  It nourishes and strengthens damaged hair, making it silky and shiny again. It also reduces hair loss and makes hair more elastic.

Sweet Almond Oil protects delicate hair strands and combats brittleness. Brittleness results in breakage and is a huge barrier to meaningful hair growth.

Almond Oil is also a carrier oil, meaning it helps other oils and ingredients penetrate and absorb.

Sweet Almond Oil also gives hair a natural sheen.

Black Seed Oil

Black Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the flower Nigella sativa

Black Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the flower Nigella sativa

Black Seed Oil is also known as Cumin Seed Oil. It comes from the seeds of the Nigella sativa, commonly called virgin in the green flower.

Rich in fatty amino acids, Black Seed Oil is moisturizing to both the hair and the scalp.

For scalp care, Black Seed Oil contains Thymoquinone. This is an excellent antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant. It hydrates the scalp to keep it in optimal condition for growing healthy hair.  It combats scalp conditions such as dandruff, psoriasis, and other skin conditions  [3]

Black Seed Oil is called a hair growth remedy.  Studies of Telogen effluvium hair loss show topical Black Seed Oil reduces temporary hair loss. [4]

Black Cumin Oil works well with other ingredients to provide therapeutic effects.

Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)

Panthenol is a humectant, emollient, and moisturizer. Panthenol is the alcohol analog of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and is a provitamin of B5. It has ultra-hydrating properties. But unlike oils, it won’t make hair oily or greasy.

Panthenol penetrates the hair shaft and locks in moisture. It also retains moisture along the hair surface which reflects light for a shiny appearance. It also makes hair look and feels soft and pliable without oils or waxes. The sealed-in moisture plumps the hair shaft which gives the hair a more voluminous appearance.  It makes hair look healthier by boosting shine and plumping the hair shaft. More volume gives even damaged or thinning hair a healthier appearance. [5]

It is excellent for brittle hair and curly hair. It washes clean from the hair without residue. For very porous hair, it can behave like a protein.

Panthenol also moisturizes the skin on the scalp and is believed to promote cell regeneration.

Black Seed Oil comes from the lovely Nigella sativa flower

Black Seed Oil comes from the lovely Nigella sativa flower

The Maximilian Experience

The Shampoo

The texture is silky and lightweight. It has an earthy and natural organic scent.

lightweight hydrating shampoo

lightweight hydrating shampoo

rich texture shampoo has a light lather

rich texture shampoo has a light lather

There is a soothing, gentle latter. It rinses clean but the hair doesn’t feel stripped. The directions say to rinse with cool water.

Impressively moisturizing on my curly, coarse, damaged hair. It leaves my hair so soft and shiny!

The Conditioner

The texture is creamy and lightweight. It is not waxy or sticky.

The conditioner is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the hair

The conditioner is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the hair

I used about two-three tablespoons on my waist-length hair. It is an excellent texture for the curly girl method “squish and cond-ish”. My hair just drank it in.

Even while I was rinsing the conditioner from my hair, it felt so much stronger.

The Conditioner

The Conditioner

RESULT

Without any other styling products and drying my hair naturally, my hair looked great!  I love how thick and strong this set makes my hair feel! And it has shine and movement!

Where to Buy Maximilian

Find the Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set at

https://www.amazon.com/gp/mpc/A1C2XTWGTMWOLA

Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set

Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set

Special Offer

Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set

Try Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set at a great price.

Get a 70% off discount with code 70BQRAVM

Hydrating shampoo for curly hair

Hydrating shampoo for curly hair

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about the Maximilian Passion Fruit Black Seed Oil Curly Hair Shampoo and Conditioner Set?

The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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Reference

  1. Regis, Suelen Alvarenga, Resende, Eder Dutra de, & Antoniassi, Rosemar. (2015). Oil quality of passion fruit seeds subjected to a pulp-waste purification process. Ciencia Rural, 45(6), 977-984. Epub 00, 2015. https://doi.org/10.1590/0103-8478cr20140099
  2. Trüeb, Ralph M. “Oxidative stress in ageing of hair.” International journal of trichology vol. 1,1 (2009): 6-14. doi:10.4103/0974-7753.51923
  3. Salih H.M. Aljabre, et al. Dermatological effects of Nigella sativa, Journal of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery, Volume 19, Issue 2, 2015, Pages 92-98, ISSN 2352-2410, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdds.2015.04.002.
  4. A. Rossi, L. Priolo, A. Iorio, E. Vescarelli, M. Gerardi, D. Campo, D. Nunno, S. Ceccarelli, S. Calvieri, A. Angeloni and C. Marchese, “Evaluation of a Therapeutic Alternative for Telogen Effluvium: A Pilot Study,” Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications, Vol. 3 No. 3A, 2013, pp. 9-16. doi: 10.4236/jcdsa.2013.33A1002.
  5. Davis, M., Thomas, J., van de Velde, S., Boissy, Y., Dawson, T., Jr, Iveson, R. and Sutton, K. (2011), A novel cosmetic approach to treat thinning hair. British Journal of Dermatology, 165: 24-30. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2133.2011.10633.x

ABOUT THIS POST

The Style Chicks team personally tests and thoroughly evaluates each product before it is featured. We received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion about this product.

Style Chicks independently researches product ingredients to understand how every featured product works. We show our research in the References section of each article.

Our opinions are 100% our own.

Coconut Oil gets a Glow Up
Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil

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Two Superfoods team up!  Ojai Energetics is a raw, virgin, and cold expeller-pressed, creamy coconut. CBD provides a tasty and beneficial upgrade on Coconut Oil. Use it for coffee or smoothies, or for hair and skin.

Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil

Why Ojai Energetics is Special

Coconut Oil is such a versatile staple of our health and beauty routines. Ojai Energetics is a raw, organic coconut oil that is cold-pressed. This retains coconut’s important enzymes and healthy fats. These enzymes and fats enhance the effect of the CBD.

If you love raw Coconut Oil for hair or skin, the addition of CBD is a game changer.

CBD Skincare is popular at beauty boutiques. But even some popular brands use lackluster or unknown quality CBD. Ojai Energetics uses only certified organic ingredients in their CBD.

Full-spectrum CBD is a pure hemp extract containing CBD, CBG, CBN, CBC, Flavonoids & Terpenes. The Omegas and Vitamin D give skin a lovely glow!

Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients and their benefits

ingredient benefits

Coconut Oil

Cold-Pressed Coconut Oil maintains more of the beneficial aspects of the oil.

Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil

Topical Coconut Oil application makes hair smoother and stronger. It is also anti-inflammatory with mild UV protective properties.

Coconut Oil penetrates deeper than other oils.

It exfoliates dry flaky skin and reveals smooth skin. It is antibacterial. Coconut oil helps hair retain protein and moisture.

Research studies show people who consume coconut oil for over twelve weeks were able to cut down their abdominal fat. [1]

CBD

CBD Oil comes from Cannabis Sativa

CBD Oil comes from Hemp

CBD Oil is high in Omega-3, 6, and 9 fatty acids. It is also high in Vitamins A, E, and D.[2]

For skin, CBD helps

  • Acne
  • Wrinkles
  • Skin dullness
  • Ruddy skin tone
  • Excess sebum [3]
  • Eczema and Psoriasis [4]

This CBD-rich product is made from certified organic hemp flowers. The 5-ounce size contains 50mg, the 12 ounce contains 120mg.

The Experience

The taste is slightly nutty but subtle. It blends and spreads well.

Smooth and creamy, it absorbs easily when applied topically. It soothes dry patches and quickly reduces inflammation on acne.

Skin appears more supple. It does not feel heavy or the skin but hydrates well and improves the appearance of crinkly fine lines.

Acne inflammation is dramatically reduced overnight. Dry skin patches are smoothed.

The combination of this raw cold press Coconut Oil and organic CBD contains enough skin-loving nutrients to rival a good boutique brand eye cream.

Where to Find It

Find Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil at https://ojaienergetics.com/cbd-coconut-oil/

Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil

Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any questions about Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil?

The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Leave a comment or email us at questions@stylechicks.com

REFERENCE

  1. Assunaso, Monica L et al. “Effects of dietary coconut oil on the biochemical and anthropometric profiles of women presenting abdominal obesity.” Lipids vol. 44,7 (2009): 593-601. doi:10.1007/s11745-009-3306-6
  2. Olh, Attila et al. “Cannabidiol exerts sebostatic and antiinflammatory effects on human sebocytes.” The Journal of clinical investigation vol. 124,9 (2014): 3713-24. doi:10.1172/JCI64628
  3. Palmieri B, Laurino C, Vadal  M. A therapeutic effect of cbd-enriched ointment in inflammatory skin diseases and cutaneous scars. Clin Ter. 2019;170(2):e93-e99. doi:10.7417/CT.2019.2116
  4. Ibid

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The Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Lash Enhancing Eyeliner
Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe NATURAL EYES Eyeliner

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It’s National Watermelon Day! And Caley Cosmetics, creators of COLOR WAVE NATURAL LIPSTICK, have done it again, this time with an Eyeliner.  BEACH BABE NATURAL EYES Eyeliner is a smudge-proof gel that contains natural ingredients to treat and enhance lashes, one of which is eyelash enhancing Watermelon Seed Oil. Plus it comes in 14 pretty shades.
BEACH BABE NATURAL EYES Eyeliner

Caley Cosmetics BEACH BABE NATURAL EYES Eyeliner

About BEACH BABE NATURAL EYES

These long-wearing, smearproof, and waterproof eyeliners come in fourteen versatile shades. We got to try several of them. We found they don’t tug on delicate eye skin yet blend easily.

Beautiful Shades

The liners are creamy but blend like a gel. It is non-irritating when applied in the waterline.

The colors are:

Colors we tried

  • Jetsetter: black-brown/espresso
  • Midnight: matte black
  • Twilight: black shimmer
  • Moonlight: charcoal
  • Playa:medium matte brown
  • Tahiti: dark royal/navy blue
  • Bohemian: vivid grape
  • Jungle: deep forest/moss green
  • Dragonfly:deep plum/metallic aubergine
  • Sunset: bronze/medium brown metallic
  • Mermaid: teal shimmer
  • Unicorn: lilac shimmer
  • Starry Eyed: creamy white highlight

These formulations are not only clean, but are made without water. Let’s take a look at these ingredients:

Ingredients

Watermelon Seed Oil contains eyelash-enhancing linoleic acid

These Caley liners are packed with natural ingredients that not only are safe for the delicate eye area but encourage healthy, lush eyelash growth.

Watermelon Seed Oil

Watermelon Seed OilWatermelon Seed Oil is an outstanding antioxidant and highly nutritive oil. It is high in unsaturated fatty acids, such as linoleic and oleic acids.

It has antioxidant activity and the vitamin E compounds that protects skin and hair from oxidative stress and photo-aging. It also contains essential proteins, vitamins, and minerals to enrich skin. It absorbs quickly. [1]

Castor Seed Oil

Castor seed oil is a humectant

Castor seeds

Castor Seed Oil is a humectant that keeps lashes soft, lush and healthy.

It reduces lash breakage. It also reduces inflammation, heals scars and hydrates.

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower

Sunflower Seed Oil is hydrating, nourishing and an excellent “supporting” oil base [2].

It reduces hair breakage, hydrates and conditions lashes keeping them lush and healthy. It reduces lash breakage.

Rosemary Leaf Extract

Rosemary Leaf Extract encourages hair growth.

Rosemary also stimulates and promotes better blood circulation to deliver the nutrients necessary to build collagen, elastin and to encourage scar repair.

Abyssinian Seed Oil

Abyssinian Seed Oil is lightweight and absorbs easily. It contains linoleic acid, which is the predominant fat in skin cells.

It forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in cells, which keeps skin or hair hydrated.


Papaya Seed Oil

Papaya

Papaya

Papaya Seed Oil is high in linoleic and Behenic acid. Behenic acid prevents hair breakage to keep lashes lush and long.

Candelilla Wax

Candelilla Wax is a vegan substitute for beeswax with similar properties. It works well with other waxes for improved product consistency and to raise melting points without chemicals.

Mango Fruit Extract

Mango

Mango

Mango Fruit Extract is a humectant that is high in copper, which supports healthy lash follicles.

Mango serves as a long-lasting emollient. Rich in fatty acids, it is perfect to keep lashes hydrated. Hydrated lashes resist breakage.

Hibiscus Flower Extract

Hibiscus

Hibiscus


Hibiscus Flower Extract promotes collagen for lash growth because it contains Vitamin C.

Vitamin C also treats skin along the lash line, reducing find lines, scars, and eczema.

Pineapple

Pineapple

Pineapple

Pineapple Fruit contains fruit extracts that are effective exfoliants to sloughs off dead cells on the surface of the skin that may impede lash growth.

Jasmine Oil

Jasmine

Jasmine

Jasmine Oil supports lash elasticity by preventing elastin degradation.

It is high in antioxidants.

What it does NOT contain

Paraben-free and formulated without any synthetic pigments or unnecessary chemicals.

Caley signature packaging

What We Love

We particularly like how this liner does double duty as a waterproof liner and lash enhancer. Castor oil is well known to condition lashes, but it is so thick that it is often difficult to apply it directly to the lash root or not inadvertently get it into the eye. But when castor is in an eyeliner, it works out perfectly to enhance lash growth and as a long-wearing eyeliner.

Caley liners are highly pigmented gel-like formulations

Caley liners are highly pigmented gel-like formulations

About Caley Cosmetics

“All of our natural beauty products are developed and made in a family owned & operated green beauty facility. We test every clean cosmetic product endlessly until we can guarantee our cruelty-free makeup brand delivers healthy skincare benefits for optimal performance.”
••• Caley

WHERE TO FIND IT

Find Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe NATURAL EYES Eyeliner Caley at

https://caleycosmetics.com/products/eye-liner

Caley Eyeliners

QUESTIONS?
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Have any questions about Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe NATURAL EYES Eyeliner? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

REFERENCES

  1. Tarek A. El-Adawy and Khaled M. Taha (2001). ”Characteristics and Composition of Watermelon, Pumpkin, and Paprika Seed Oils and Flours” Agric. Food Chem. 49 (3): 1253-1259. doi:10.10217
  2. Lopez Perez G, Torres Altamirano M. Indications for sunflower oil concentrate in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. Rev Alerg Mex. 2006;53(6):217-25.

ABOUT THIS POST

Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe NATURAL EYES Eyeliners were submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion

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Meet Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion: It’s a body lotion with an ingredient list that reads like a boutique face cream. It contains concentrated Full Spectrum CBD, Royal Jelly, Algae, and Green Tea to deeply replenish and condition. The result? A transformation into smoother, plumper and more luminous skin, all over.
Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion:  the lotion that behaves like a luxe beauty serum

Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion: the lotion that behaves like a luxe beauty serum

What It Is

A CBD based body lotion full of high-caliber, skin-loving ingredients.

why it is special

Le Vesque’s signature ingredient, a high-quality Full-Spectrum CBD, works synergistically with other natural ingredients to make healthy, glowing skin. Le Vesque products contain only USA-grown CBD that’s C02 extracted and third-party tested. And it’s cruelty-free.

Full-spectrum CBD does not contain components to give a high or altered sensation. What it does have is natural beauty benefits, including the ability to relieve dry skin, eczema and psoriasis. [1]

Many CBD lotions have a hempy, masculine smell. We love Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion because it smells of invigorating grapefruit, not hemp!

In addition to a high-quality Full-Spectrum CBD, this lotion has an especially impressive combination of ingredients.

Ingredient Profile

Flowering Camellia Sinensis

Camellia Sinensis reactivates dying skin cells

Full Spectrum Hemp-Derived CBD Oil

CBD Oil comes from Cannabis Sativa

CBD from Cannabis Sativa

Full Spectrum Hemp-Derived CBD Oil comes from the Cannabis sativa plant. It contains skin-loving cannabidiol, cannabigerol and antioxidant compounds.Cannabidiol Oil is high in Omega-3, 6 and 9 fatty acids. It is also high in Vitamins A, E, and D. [2]

This formulation contains 250 mg CBD. This can gently treat acne, skin irritation, and rough skin. [3]

Read more about the Full-spectrum CBD used in all Le Vesque CBD products here.

Algae nourishes and soothes skin

Algae Extract

Algae is chock-full of skin-friendly vitamins, minerals and nutrients.

Algae Extract as emollients, soothing agents, or antioxidants.

Algae extract contains polysaccharides. Polysaccharides are sugar-chains vital for maintaining skin structure. [4]

Algae breaks down with light exposure. Fortunately CBD Luxe Body Lotion comes in protective opaque packaging.

Royal Jelly

10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid is an extraction from a fatty acid in Royal Jelly.

Royal Jelly is what bees make for the Queen and queen larvae to eat. It is a white creamy substance containing B vitamins, amino acids, fatty acids, enzymes and minerals.

This anti-inflammatory anti-oxidant fights infections. Research shows royal jelly increases fibroblast action to promote wound healing. [5] It also heals acne, scars, and scrapes.

Meanwhile, Royal Jelly has anti-aging properties and smooths the appearance of wrinkles. [6]

Royal Jelly

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Camellia Sinesis Leaf Extract is Green Tea.

Flowering Camellia Sinensis

Flowering Camellia Sinensis

Green tea contains polyphenols that soothe skin while providing antioxidants. Polyphenols may improve sun-damaged skin. [7] It contains phenols to strengthen collagen and elastin.

Camellia Sinesis Leaf Extract also contains EGCG. Research shows EGCG enables the production of new cells in the epidermis and reactivates dying skin cells.  [8] This shows promise for repairing sun damage and scar healing. [9] EGCG is a potent antioxidant. It protects against environmental damage and neutralizes free radicals that prematurely age skin.

As a topical ingredient, it evens the skin tone. It is anti-inflammatory that reduces redness and inflammation around the delicate eye area.

Simmondsia Chinensis

Simmondsia Chinesis is Jojoba Seed Oil.

It has a similar structure to sebum, replacing the natural oils which the skin needs to stay healthy. It regulates oily skin, removes impurities and flakes, reduces inflammation and soothes skin. Jojoba is soothing to the skin and softens wrinkles. Jojoba oil is an emollient, made of 98% monounsaturated fats.

Jojoba is a carrier oil, increasing the efficacy of other active ingredients.

Jojoba Seed Oil

Jojoba Seed Oil

Cetearyl Olivate

Olive fatty acids deeply hydrate

Cetearyl Olivate is the fatty acid of Olives combined with a Cetearyl alcohol ester. A very safe ingredient that emulsifies active ingredients together within a moisturizer. It is a natural alternative to PEG.

Cetearyl attracts and binds moisture. Cetearyl alcohol is one of the good alcohols that soften, soothe and heal dry skin. It is an emollient.

Olive fatty acids contains Omegas 3 and 6, and polyphenols. Polyphenols are antioxidants that protect skin cells from oxidative damage.

Within a formulation it is not greasy like olive oil but retains the benefits.

The olive fatty acids give deep hydration, smooth skin and give the product a silky texture.

Sorbitan Olivate

A combination of fatty acids from Olive Oil plus an ester of sugar. Olive Oil fatty acid contains the highly emollient squalene. It also contains oleic and palmitic acids.

It contains Linoleic acid which has an anti-inflammatory effect. It hydrates skin to help stop wrinkle formation.

Olive fatty acids within a product base, such as this one, is superior because it gives olive benefits without the greasiness. It gives a product slip without being greasy or clogging pores.

Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter

Mango

A highly emoillent It’s rich in oleic acid (an omega-9 acid); and the saturated fatty acid stearic acid.

These moisturize, tighten, plump and firm the skin. It provides long-lasting moisture.

Mango is also rich in A & C to refine the skin.

CITRUS Grandis

Citrus Grandis, commonly known as Grapefruit Peel Oil, is high in collagen-producing Vitamin C.

It has antibacterial benefits and studies show it reduces acne.[10]

As with other citrus oils, it is an antioxidant with an uplifting scent.

Glycerin attracts moisture

Glycerin

Vegetable-based Glycerin is a natural, non-toxic, vegan-friendly humectant.

It attracts and retains water in the skin while supporting other active ingredients. It fills in gaps in dryer skin which makes skin look better and keeps the outer layer of the skin intact.

Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides

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Coconut Oil

A fraction of coconut or palm oil fatty acids combined with glycerin. It gives a product a rich feel and creates a silky appearance when applied to the skin. Caprylic/capric triglyceride creates a barrier on the skin’s surface to reduce moisture loss and address dryness. [11] It can make greasy ingredients leave a non-greasy finish. A gentle ingredient.

Tocopherol

A protective antioxidant that lessens discoloration. Tocopherol makes damaged skin soft and pliable again while reducing wrinkle and fine line formation.

An impressive line-up, isn’t it? But even great ingredients can underperform if they are chemically processed. Le Vesque uses no chemicals and a clean harvesting method: CO2 extraction.

CLEAN CBD & CO2 EXTRACTION

The CBD in this formulation is harvested by CO2 Extraction. CO2 Extraction is a green technology which retains all the natural properties while eliminating any heavy metals and pesticides. CO2 Extraction doesn’t pollute the environment.

CBD is sometimes extracted by using harsh chemicals. This is cheaper and faster. But it strips many of the wonderful natural healing properties of CBD.

If you are using a CBD skin product that doesn’t impress you, then the CBD may be inferior and a cheaper, chemically extracted variant.

Full CBD Body Care: Use Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion for daily body skin maintenance, and CBD Luxe Skin Cream to spot treat problematic body skin conditions, chapped elbows, and dry hands

The Experience

Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion is a soothing treatment. It is an excellent skin hydrator, hand lotion, and cuticle fixer, especially after hand washing. It treats my dry feet and parched elbows, and rough knees. It leaves my shoulders soft and supple.

It leaves my skin smooth, plump, and luminous with no greasy feel.

Just a tiny dollop of the creamy lotion is all that is needed.

One pump of the rich textured body lotion

Scent

The scent is a natural leafy scent with grapefruit overtones. No hempy odor.

Feel

The dry-down is not waxy, gritty, greasy or oily.

Skin does appear instantly more supple. The effect lasts through hand washing.

Spreads easily with no oily or greasy dry down.

Package Design Features

The opaque pump bottle is airtight to keep the CBD and other precious ingredients fresh.

Each pump dispenses 1 ml of lotion

The pump dispenses an exact CBD dose in each use. This is superior to other CBDs we have experienced.

Each pump dispenses 1 ml of cream containing 5 mg of skin-restoring CBD.

5mg of CBD per pump

 

About the Brand

Le Vesque Luxe is committed to clean living and wellness. They offer an inclusive skincare range for all skin types and ethnicities. There are no harmful chemicals in any of their products. Their CBD oil comes only from family-owned organic hemp farms in the USA. They are compliant with all U.S. Federal regulations.

Read more in the Le Vesque Luxe brand profile. ✽

Luxury skin care from the Le Vesque Invigorating Collection

Luxury skin care from the Le Vesque Invigorating Collection

Shop Le Vesque: Where to Buy It

Find Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion at https://levesqueluxe.com/levesqueluxe-full-spectrum-cbd-topical-cbd-body-lotion

A lotion that behaves like a luxe beauty serum

QUESTIONS?
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The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

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References

  1. Palmieri B, Laurino C, Vadal M. A therapeutic effect of cbd-enriched ointment in inflammatory skin diseases and cutaneous scars. Clin Ter. 2019;170(2):e93–e99. doi:10.7417/CT.2019.2116
  2. Ibid
  3. Mounessa, Jessica S. et al., The role of cannabinoids in dermatology, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Volume 77, Issue 1, 188 – 190
  4. Cosmetics, December 2017, pages 1-18
  5. Kim J, et al. Royal jelly enhances migration of human dermal fibroblasts and alters the levels of cholesterol and sphinganine in an in vitro wound healing model Nutr Res Pract. 2010 Oct;4(5):362-368. https://doi.org/10.4162/nrp.2010.4.5.362
  6. Lihao Gu, et al. 10-Hydroxy-2-Decenoic Acid in Royal Jelly Extract Induced Both Filaggrin and Amino Acid in a Cultured Human Three-Dimensional Epidermis Model, Cosmetics,2017, 4, 48; doi:10.3390/cosmetics4040048
  7. International Journal of Cosmetic Science,February 2015, pages 456-463
  8. Journal of Pharmacol Exp Ther 2003 306: 29-34
  9. Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, issue 1, pages 79-96

ABOUT THIS POST

Like you, the Style Chicks team needs time to evaluate and form an opinion about the products we try. We received compensation for our time and effort to form an opinion of Le Vesque CBD Luxe Body Lotion and its’ benefits. We produced this blog post because we think this product is great and want to share it with you!

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