"A marijuana cream? Who we smoke?"
We already imagine your head at the mere mention of this ingredient. No, we reassure you, the one you can find in beauty products is Cannabis Sativa, not to be confused with his cousin much better known, Cannabis Indica , which contains THC and is actually used for recreational purposes ". Increasingly acclaimed by the cosmetic industry, this plant full of benefits for our skin indeed seduce. Presentation.
A "shoot" of hydration for weakened skins
Hemp contains seeds, hemp seeds, which is extracted a miraculous oil rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids omega-3 and -6, vitamins (A, B1, B3, B4, B6, E), minerals, proteins, and acids amines. A moisturizing cocktail, nourishing, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging and healing, indicated for dry skin or suffering from more severe skin diseases such as acne , psoriasis and atopy .
Used daily or in special cases (it is an excellent after-sun for example), it allows to perfectly restore the hydrolipidic barrier of the skin when it is altered.
Chanvria, a pioneering brand
While many brands are gradually integrating hemp into their products, others like Chanvria® have made the bet to develop their range only around this asset. Established near Troyes, this start-up is sourcing raw material from La Chanvrière, Aube en Champagne cooperative, which grows a hemp 100% natural and certified organic.
"It's a nugget, but unfortunately we do not exploit it very much, regrets Eric Atlan, pharmacist by trade and co-founder of the company.In addition, hemp is a plant totally natural and organic: we sow, we wait until the rain is falling, we are harvesting, it does not need any chemical treatment. " An economic and ecological culture, therefore, that will appeal to consumers seeking care that preserve not only their beauty capital, but also the planet.
Our selection of hemp cosmetics
Oil face and body of Chanvria, 15 €
Chanvria foot cream, 13 €
The Morning Miracle Eye Cream by Ho Karan, 24,90 €
The Body Shop Lip Balm Hemp, 8 €
Centifolia hemp organic virgin oil, 9,95 €
