Thursday, July 30, 2009

The wonders of Hemp Seed Oil

Hemp Seed oil is pressed from the seed of the hemp (cannabis) plant irrespective of the strain of cannabis. However there is an extremely low or undetectable level of any psychoactive molecules in hemp seed oil as the seeds themselves do not contain psychoactive molecules. This oil typically contains between 30-35% oil by weight, and is extremely high in essential fatty acids. Cold pressed, unrefined hemp oil is dark to clear light green in color.The oil is of high nutritional value because its 3:1 ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 essential fatty acids, which matches the balance required by the human body.
(thank you wikipedia)

Hemp is a valuable, sustainable eco-friendly resource used widely and generously in many of my products.



How does it benefit your skin?
Skin is our largest organ;the part we know well is called the epidermis(outer layer) it is constantly dying, shedding, and renewing itself. In order for the epidermis to constantly do its job it needs to be protected. The key to protection is moisture! Hemp oil is a natural humectant which actually attracts moisture to the skin with all of it's wonderful efa's (essential fatty acids)This helps to promote healthy, soft and protected skin with Omega's 3,6,9. Not only does it greatly bring to your skin the benefits of protection but it can also be used to improve such skin conditions like eczema, acne, and psoriasis.

Hemp seed oil can also be eaten and is found to be even more beneficial than Flax seed oil for getting your omega's!

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