HOW TO MAKE A ROSE HYDRATING FACIAL CBD SERUM

The addition of hydrating facial serum to any skincare routine can be rewarding. It tends to include popular skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid that aids to recharge moisture in the skin and are light-textured. As a result, hydrating facial serums can be befitting for any skin type and different skin issues.

Moreover, serums are powerful combinations and can have many different active elements, such as blends of extracts and exquisite oils. Serums are available in many varying formulations, making them a captivating product for formulators to analyze. However, serums are quite expensive and a luxury product for most people. Fortunately, you can learn to make your hydrating facial serum in easy steps and with readily available ingredients. Let's discuss.

What is CBD?

CBD, also known as cannabidiol, is a naturally occurring chemical compound found in the cannabis plant. CBD has become a buzzword, especially in the beauty industry, as users claim that it has a lot of therapeutic benefits both for the skin and the body. Although research into CBD is fairly limited, evidence suggests that it has potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that are useful in treating various skin conditions such as acne and eczema.

 Peyravian et al. (2022) showed that CBD's anti-inflammatory properties were useful in treating acne. Also, CBD is great for intense hydration making it perfect for dehydrated skin and anyone suffering from acne. Legal (2020) noted that CBD has been praised for its stress-relieving properties. CBD applied topically never reaches the bloodstream, it interacts with nearby cannabinoid receptors to help relax the nervous system and bring users to a state of calmness. For this reason, many brands and manufacturers are integrating CBD into their skincare products, such as serums, to boost their effectiveness.

Guidelines for Utilizing A CBD Facial Serum and CBD as an Ingredient in Serums

Serums are used underneath a moisturizer and following cleansing. You can use oil-based serums rather than a moisturizer since they're nourishing. Many serums are available in little bottles, consumers don't require a lot for them to be effective on the skin. Most skin problems originate from inflammation. Finding skin care products that will assist to minimize and remove topical inflammation is critical for healthy skin.

Palmieri et al. (2019) found that CBD –infused ointment was found effective in fixing inflammatory skin conditions. A CBD face serum can aid in naturally working with the body to minimize skin inflammation. Applying CBD face serum directly on clean skin absorbs natural anti-inflammatory elements. CBD products can contain either full-spectrum, broad-spectrum, or CBD isolates. Full-spectrum CBD oil is recommended as it contains all of the compounds found in the cannabis plant, including a range of cannabinoids, flavonoids, terpenes, and a minimum amount of THC.

Ingredients of the Hydrating Facial Serum

Hyaluronic Acid

It's the key ingredient in this hydrating serum as it's a powerful hydrator (humectant). HA occurs naturally in the skin, keeping it plump and supple. However, the skin’s HA level reduces as people age, but the correct diet and high-performing skincare products can aid your skin to maintain hydration and plumpness. According to Shanbhag et al. (2019), HA is majorly used in anti-aging products, and you can include it in any other product that has water. HA can also be extracted from animals, so ensure you check the supplier's information.

HA comprises two main versions that we could use in this procedure, high and low molecular weight HA. The high molecular weight HA makes a gel and is highly effective in hydration. Besides HA, the other most used humectant is glycerine, but HA is ten times more effectual than glycerin. Conversely, the low molecular weight HA is more fitted for its anti-aging benefits since it penetrates further into the skin. You can combine them to make a very effective anti-aging product for the best results. However, this article only uses high molecular weight HA since the aim is hydration.

Hydrosols

Instead of essential oils in this recipe, hydrosols will be used to give the serum the correct amount of scent. Users can blend other hydrosols such as rose, lavender, frankincense, and chamomile.

Thickener

Xanthan gum is an easily accessible thickener and comparatively easy to deal with. It's also the clear rendition, the serum is transparent.

Preservative

The hydrating serum is a water-based recipe, thus preservation is critical. Ensure you utilize a water-soluble and broad-spectrum preservative. Ensure to confirm and adjust the PH if required.

Directions

• Measure the rose hydrosol in a sterilized glass beaker (50g)
• Add the purified water and put this mixture aside.
• Add the hyaluronic acid and the xanthan gum
• Stir the mixture rigorously
• Add the gum blend to the water base slowly and in portions, while stirring well.
• Put the beaker glass aside so that the gum and hyaluronic acid can swell
• After the mixture is clear without particles from the gum, put the preservatives
• You can adjust the PH to around 5.0-5.5 if required.
• Add in one full dropper of CBD oil, or more, depending on your needs
• Now you can transfer it into a pretty bottle and label

Conclusion

Apply one or two drops of the hydrating serum formula into your palm and massage into cleansed skin. You can follow it with your favorite moisturizer after giving it some time to be effectively absorbed by the skin. Also, you can use it as a treatment by adding a couple of drops to your favorite facial mask before applying the mask to your skin. The created hydrating facial serum is a water-based product. It will have a very light texture and is easy to apply. We kept it simple, but it is still an effective formulation. Taking care of your skin is important for looking after your overall health. Your face needs more care as it's regularly exposed to sun, sweat, dirt, etc. Regularly using a natural face serum can do wonders for your face. It can protect your face from future damage, soothe sensitive skin, and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Instead of missing out on serum benefits because it is expensive, make yours at home and begin to enjoy the amazing benefits of CBD face serum.

References

1. Palmieri C. Laurino M. Vadala. (2019). A therapeutic effect of CBD-enriched ointment in inflammatory skin diseases and cutaneous scars.

Legal, I. C. (2020). Cannabidiol. Missouri Medicine, 117(5), 395.

Peyravian, N., Deo, S., Daunert, S., & Jimenez, J. J. (2022). The Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Cannabidiol (CBD) on Acne. Journal of Inflammation Research, 15, 2795.

Shanbhag, S., Nayak, A., Narayan, R., & Nayak, U. Y. (2019). Anti-aging and sunscreens: paradigm shift in cosmetics. Advanced pharmaceutical bulletin, 9(3), 348.