Plants and CBD

Many plants can be associated with CBD and, more generally, with hemp. Many of them are well known and have been the subject of numerous studies affirming their virtues. As for CBD, there are as yet very few studies to assess its field of action, although some benefits have been confirmed. 

What are the benefits of CBD?

According to the European Union's CosIng*, cannabidiol (CBD) has numerous virtues, including sebum regulating, antioxidant, moisturizing and skin-protecting properties. Various studies have also shown CBD to be anti-inflammatory and analgesic.

*CosIng: catalog listing the ingredients authorized for use in cosmetics on the European market.

Which plants to combine with CBD?

For the purposes of this article, let's take a look at the various plants commonly combined with CBD: 

Arnica (Arnica Montana):

- Fights muscular and tendon pain
- Ideal for all traumas: contusions, haematomas, strains, muscle tears...
- Promotes blood circulation

Italian Helichrysum (Helichrysum Italicum Flower Oil):

- Highly potent anti-haematoma agent, helps limit haematoma formation and promotes resorption
- Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving
- Skin healing

Wintergreen (Ga ultheria Procumbens Leaf Oil):

- Anti-inflammatory
- Antispasmodic and pain-relieving: helps muscles relax - Anti-rheumatic: helps joints feel more comfortable
- Rubéfiante (warming effect): heats muscles locally

Menthol :

- Tones and refreshes the skin
- Local analgesic
- Antiseptic

Juniper (Juniperus Communis Branch/Fruit Oil):

- Painkiller
- Anti-inflammatory
- Very soothing for rheumatism

True lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia Oil):

- Painkiller and anti-inflammatory
- Soothes nerves and relaxes muscles
- Powerful healing and skin regenerator

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Lavender aspic (Lavandula Latifolia Herb Oil) :

- Exceptional healing
- Pain-relieving
- Indispensable for dermatological problems (acne, psoriasis, burns, bedsores, etc.)
- Restores energy and stimulates immunity

Tea tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil):

- Highly versatile anti-bacterial and anti-infectious
- Antiseptic
- Boosts the immune system

Geranium (Pelargonium Graveolens Oil) :

- Healing and astringent
- Antiseptic and antibacterial
- Relaxing

Lemon (Citrus Limon Peel Oil) :

- Helps maintain natural immunity
- Contributes to skin maintenance (cytophylactic)
- Antiseptic and purifying

St John's Wort (Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Twig Extract):

- Vulnerable topical: promotes healing of wounds and injuries
- Powerful anti-inflammatory: recommended in case of blows, bruises, shocks
- Healing effect

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract):

- Helps relieve pain
- Antiseptic and healing: the perfect wound remedy

Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis Flower Oil):

- Healing of wounds and burns
- Analgesic: ideal for muscular or rheumatic pain

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