CBD cream is a popular skin product. Read this article to know more about how to treat eczema with CBD cream and the benefits of CBD cream on eczema. It is also important to know why seeking the doctor’s advice is important and the side effects of CBD cream.
As CBD continues to be popular, people wonder what else it can do. In countries where CBD use is legal, industries are trying to infuse as many products as possible with CBD to reach the user in the desirable form. In the past, the only way you could have used CBD was through smoking which put non-smokers off from CBD use. Currently, some of the forms that you can use CBD are topical, edible, sublingual, and inhalant. CBD cream is one example of a topical, and this article will discuss the benefits of CBD cream for eczema;What Is CBD Cream?
CBD cream is a cream that has been infused with CBD (Cannabidiol). Therefore, all the therapeutic benefits of CBD cream are derived from CBD, which is a chemical compound found in cannabis. CBD is popular because it does not have psychoactive properties; it is legal in many countries and easily available.
WHAT IS ECZEMA
Eczema is common skin inflammation. The causes of eczema can be genetics or allergies to detergents, washing soap, or skin care products. The manifestations of eczema are dry, flaky, and itchy skin. Renert-Yuval et al. (2021) stated that eczema is a “complex disease” because it is not easy to treat.
HOW TO TREAT ECZEMA WITH CBD CREAM
Once you have confirmed with a doctor that you can use CBD for eczema, below are the steps that you should follow to treat it;
STEP ONE
CLEANSE THE SKIN
Cleansing the skin clears the surface to allow CBD cream absorption. Applying the cream on dirty skin that is greasy and flaky skin will prevent the CBD cream from penetrating the skin effectively.
STEP TWO
DRY THE SKIN
Use a towel to dry the skin. CBD cream cannot work on wet skin because it will glide on the surface and drip. However, drying the skin need not be excessive because CBD cream is best absorbed in moisturized skin.
STEP THREE
Use CBD cream every night before sleep for at least 9 weeks, or keep it in your daily skincare regimen.
BENEFITS OF CBD CREAM ON ECZEMA
All the therapeutic benefits of CBD cream are derived from CBD, which has been used for many years for medicinal purposes. Baswan et al. (2020) stated that CBD could potentially treat eczema. It is also a skincare product, and as it is a natural product, it is harmless, and you can consider using it to treat eczema. Although scientific evidence does not back up CBD use, it is effective in treating and managing a variety of ailments. The following are the benefits of using CBD as a treatment plan for eczema;
AS A MOISTURIZER
Eczema causes the skin to look hydrated and flaky. The skin also looks scaly. Other oils may not penetrate through eczema, but the CBD in CBD oil will be absorbed by the skin hence moisturizing it. CBD has hydrating properties. The healing starts when the skin looks less hydrated. When the skin is moisturized, the flakiness is reduced.
AS A SEBUM REGULATOR
Sebum is produced by the body to make the skin look smooth and shiny, but if there is an overproduction of sebum. When the skin has eczema, you want to protect it from other ailments, especially skin conditions like overproduction of sebum which blocks the pores and may cause acne. CBD oil will regulate the amount of sebum produced so that the body produces enough sebum to keep the skin smooth and not an excess that results in skin issues
FOR NOURISHMENT
CBD has nutritional benefits for the skin because it possesses vitamins, omega fats, and proteins, which are essential for healthy skin, and for that reason, CBD creams are used to nourish the skin. CBD is known to have the ability to restore the condition of the skin, and that property is achieved by using CBD creams.
AS A PAINKILLER AND AN ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Eczema causes the skin to be painful, itchy, and inflamed. Silver (2019) suggested that CBD works on pain and inflammation by interfering with the receptors and transmitters that send pain signals.
FOR RELAXATION
An inflamed and painful skin, as is experienced with eczema, can cause the person to have emotional distress. Schonmann et al. (2020) stated that eczema could cause depression and anxiety. The appearance of the skin will also cause the person to develop low self–esteem and low confidence.
TO MANAGE INSOMNIA
When the sleep has eczema, the person finds it hard to sleep adequately because the condition is painful and itchy. Therefore, the person must cope with discomfort, distress, anxiety, esteem issues, and insomnia. Insomnia is treated when the cause is identified and managed. In the case of eczema, as CBD continues treating the condition over some time of regular use, it also relieves the pain and itching while they continue to heal. In the meantime, the person will sleep well. Therefore CBD cream can manage insomnia indirectly by eliminating the symptoms of eczema that cause insomnia and eventually eczema.
SEEKING THE DOCTOR’S OPINION ON THE BEST CBD CREAM
Buying the best CBD cream is a challenge, especially for first-time users. The following guidelines may be useful in helping you find the best CBD cream;
Self-medicating eczema is not a good idea because it can worsen the condition. It is important to seek the opinion of a doctor before trying it because of the following reasons;
- The doctor can advise if CBD cream will be good for your condition.
- The doctor can advise you on the ingredients and additives you should avoid in your CBD cream.
- You may be on other medication. The doctor can, therefore, advise on whether you can use that medication while still using CBD.
- The doctor can advise you on the best place to buy your CBD cream.
- You may get the best advice on using CBD cream for the best results from the doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF CBD CREAM
CBD is a safe product, but like every other drug, it can also have side effects. Consider reading the instruction before using them. Avoid using it if you experience some reactions, such as tingling and itching. Maghfour et al. (2021) suggested that if the user experiences some reactions to CBD, they should stop using the product. If the symptoms persist, seek medical advice.
CONCLUSION
Eczema is a common skin condition manifested by itchy, scaly skin. While there is no standard cure for eczema, CBD is among the remedies that you can adopt to manage the symptoms of eczema and, eventually, the condition. Treating eczema is not a one-day event; it requires some time to restore and heal the skin. CBD cream treats eczema through the benefits it derives from CBD, such as moisturizing and nourishing the skin and regulating sebum production. Seeking the doctor’s opinion is important before using the CBD cream so that it does not worsen eczema.
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Baswan, S. M., Klosner, A. E., Glynn, K., Rajgopal, A., Malik, K., Yim, S., & Stern, N. (2020). Therapeutic Potential Of Cannabidiol (CBD) For Skin Health And Disorders. Clinical, Cosmetic And Investigational Dermatology, 13, 927.
Maghfour, J., Rundle, C. W., Rietcheck, H. R., Dercon, S., Lio, P., Mamo, A., … & Yardley, H. (2021). Assessing The Effects Of Topical Cannabidiol In Patients With Atopic Dermatitis. Dermatology Online Journal, 27(2).
Renert-Yuval, Y., Thyssen, J. P., Bissonnette, R., Bieber, T., Kabashima, K., Hijnen, D., & Guttman-Yassky, E. (2021). Biomarkers In Atopic Dermatitis—A Review On Behalf Of The International Eczema Council. Journal Of Allergy And Clinical Immunology, 147(4), 1174-1190.
Schonmann, Y., Mansfield, K. E., Hayes, J. F., Abuabara, K., Roberts, A., Smeeth, L., & Langan, S. M. (2020). Atopic Eczema In Adulthood And Risk Of Depression And Anxiety: A Population-Based Cohort Study. The Journal Of Allergy And Clinical Immunology: In Practice, 8(1), 248-257.
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