CBD: The powerhouse beauty ingredient
Some ingredients can be a little misunderstood, and none more so than cannabidiol. This superstar ingredient, otherwise known as CBD, is a compound found in the hemp (Cannabis sativa) plant. Unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD is non-psychoactive, which means it doesn’t produce a ‘high’. Instead, this natural ingredient is packed with antioxidants and nutrients, making it a powerful ingredient for beauty products.
Recently, CBD has been gaining popularity in the beauty industry as the key active for a wide range of skincare, haircare, and wellness products. More and more brands are now incorporating this powerful ingredient into their formulations, making CBD accessible to consumers looking for plant-based, effective solutions.
What does CBD do?
With its ability to soothe, hydrate, and protect, CBD is a natural solution for many self-care needs. But what are its key beauty-boosting benefits?
Firstly, CBD is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. This means CBD-infused skincare products can be used to soothe sensitive or irritated skin - reducing redness and promoting a more balanced complexion. CBD also has nourishing properties and is rich in essential fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6, which help maintain the skin’s hydration and barrier function. Many creams and serums containing CBD work to lock in moisture.
Want a youthful and radiant glow? This powerhouse ingredient is also known for its anti-ageing abilities. Containing antioxidants to help fight free radicals, CBD can minimise the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots that contribute to premature ageing. If you’d like to combat acne too, then CBD has been found to regulate sebum production, the oily substance responsible for clogged pores and breakouts.
However, CBD isn’t just beneficial for the skin, it’s also perfect for many wellness products (such as oils and muscle rubs) due to having a calming effect on the mind and body. It’s known to support better sleep quality, making it a popular choice for nighttime self-care routines. CBD is also making its way into haircare products, thanks to its ability to nourish the scalp and improve hair health.
Hera Beauty’s CBD-infused products
As a leading private label manufacturer in the UK, Hera Beauty has experience and expertise in producing skincare and haircare formulations containing CBD. Some of our favourite products are included below, but if you’d like to see the full range, take a look here.
This 100% natural facial serum contains a blend of CBD, marula, hemp, broccoli, flaxseed and apricot oils to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles. The combination of oils keeps the skin hydrated for longer, providing a healthy and radiant glow.
CBD isn’t just for the skin! This natural hair boosting oil contains a blend of six highly nourishing and conditioning oils, including marula, argan and coconut, which penetrate the hair to nourish and strengthen from root to tip.
Our massage gel is enriched with extracts, moisturisers, and muscle soothing essential oils (including camphor, lavender, and menthol) to instantly ease tired and aching muscles. This formulation is light and easily absorbed.
Enriched with arnica oil, moisturisers and the soothing essential oils of camphor and menthol, this CBD-infused cream will help to ease tired and aching joints and muscles.
Hydrate and intensely moisturise your lips with this fresh peppermint balm, which is infused with CBD, cocoa, and avocado butter. The combination of the butters and oils provides deep hydration, helping to soften and prevent chapped lips.
If you fancy knowing more about some of Hera Beauty’s recommended ‘hero ingredients’ - niacinamide, caffeine and shea butter - then have a read of our Industry Insights section on the website.
Want to know more?
It’s important to recognise that not all CBD products will be of the same high quality. The effectiveness of beauty formulations depends on sourcing, extraction methods, and manufacturing processes. To ensure you're getting the best out of CBD skincare, look for manufacturers that provide transparent information about their practices.
At Hera Beauty, our mission is to make launching a cosmetic brand as easy as possible. We are proud of having built strong and long-lasting relationships, partnering with businesses to help them scale and grow. We provide a wide range of CBD private label products, but if you’d rather have a bespoke formulation created for your brand, then get in touch to see how we can help.
