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HEMP SEED OIL IN BODY CARE PRODUCTS Hemp seed oil's health benefits and unique versatility provide many advantages as an ingredient in personal care products. More than 75% of the fatty acids in hemp seed oil are polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), known for their excellent emollient and lubricating properties. Hemp seed oil also has the lowest amount of saturated fatty acids, at 8%. Clinical studies have shown PUFAs, specifically Omega-6 Linoleic Acid (LA) and Omega-6 Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), when applied externally, can alleviate or even remedy skin problems such as dryness, atopic eczema and psoriasis. These tests have shown specifically that the effects of dry skin; scaling or cracking that can be caused by essential fatty acid (EFA) deficiency can be reversed by skin care products containing Omega-6 fatty acids, thus reducing the potential of Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL). The proven anti-inflammatory properties of LA and GLA can further aid in the healing of minor skin irritation and disease. Hemp seed oil softens, soothes and promotes flexibility by working between surface cells, helping to lubricate, reduce flaking and revive the skin's intercellular lipids. Today, a range of personal care products containing hemp seed oil are available including body lotion, face and hand creams, lip care, make-up, hair care, liquid and bar soaps, shower gels, shaving products, massage oil, sun care and baby care.
While other oils such as flax, evening primrose, borage, sunflower and jojoba contain EFA's or gamma-linolenic acid, hemp seed oil has major advantages in that it is the only high EFA oil that contains both. Further, hemp seed oil contains what is considered to be an ideal ratio of Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids- 3:1, perfectly matching the needs of the human body. For online ordering of the finest hemp seed oil bodycare products visit Although the cosmetic industry claims generic use of unsaturated or essential fatty acids as beneficial to the skin, only the EFA linoleic acid and its metabolite gamma-linolenic acid have clinically proven biochemical and therapeutic effects on the skin. Hemp seed oil contains 50%-60% linoleic acid and is the only high EFA oil that also contains GLA. Because its EFA profile so closely resembles the skin's natural lipids, hemp seed oil instantly counteracts the effects of degreasing and dehydration, conditions that produce dry skin. Its ability to quickly moisturize and condition the skin, make hemp seed oil a choice ingredient for today's performance skin care market. The skin acts as a barrier to protect the body from excessive water loss and from penetration by foreign substances and pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. The optimal state of the skin is characterized by a balanced ratio of skin lipids to skin moisture. The health of skin depends largely on moisture retention provided by the stratum corneum, the outer layer of the epidermis. The weakening or failure of this natural barrier can be caused by sun, dry air, harsh soaps, free radical damage or the slowdown of cell metabolism with aging. The result is changes to the lipid composition of the epidermis and reduced moisture retention capability. Lipids are composed of fat-like substances including sterols, free fatty acids and ceramides. Chemically speaking, ceramides are a class of substances that contain different polyunsaturated fatty acids that make up about 18% of the upper lipophylic layers of the stratum corneum. Ceramide 1, found in the Omega-6 linoleic acid, is of critical importance to the moisture control of the skin. Due to its superior EFA profile which closely resembles the skin's natural lipids, hemp seed oil, when topically applied, replenishes skin with these essential components, thus increasing moisture retention. Amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, have become an increasingly important class of cosmetic raw materials from a standpoint of both performance and consumer appeal. The proteins used in personal care products have traditionally been derived from collagen or keratin. Recently, however, there has been an increasing demand for proteins that are vegetable derived. Whole hemp seed contains about 23% protein. Hemp seed protein contains all nine (out of 20) essential amino acids and features a high content of the two sulfur-containing amino acids methionine and cystine, usually under-represented in vegetable proteins. MARKETS FOR HEMP SEED OIL-BASED PRODUCTS In a relatively short period of time virtually every commercial industry has been affected by a global movement to use natural products. The cosmetics and personal care industries are at the forefront of the natural trend and hemp products have successfully merged into the global marketplace. From retail sales of $5 million in 1993 to $150 million in 1999, hemp sales are projected to climb steadily with increased consumer awareness and product availability. Successful personal care companies such as The Body Shop, Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, Kiss My Face, Revlon, Alterna and Higher Nature have already taken advantage of the benefits, functionality and marketability of hemp seed oil. Young and properly functioning skin has plenty of ceramides. With age or skin disease, ceramide levels decrease. The polyunsaturated fatty acids that make ceramides flexible are replaced by less saturated fatty acids. This slower metabolism contributes to the formation of wrinkles and overall skin aging. The topical application of LA fatty acids work as an anti-inflammatory and partially compensates for lower ceramide levels in the skin thus reducing the appearance of aging or inflamed skin. Baby boomers have grown increasingly aware of the link between aging skin and natural cosmetic ingredients. At no other time in US history has there been such an unprecedented market for anti-aging skin care products. Currently, 43 million women are menopausal. Between 1993 and 2001, the age 50 and over population will have grown by 74%. With menopause, estrogen levels drop and within one year skin structure show significant signs of aging. Since estrogen supports and protects skin structure, menopause results in decreased barrier protection, heightened sensitivity, increased wrinkling, scaling and dryness, inflammation and loss of firmness and flexibility of the skin. Hemp seed oil contains over 50% Linoleic acid, which is a clinically proven anti-inflammatory beneficial for laser-treated or peeled, stressed, acne-prone, sun-damaged and aging skin. For online ordering of the finest hemp seed oil bodycare products visit www.alivebodycare.com Acne is the most common disease of the skin and affects all ages. Today, it affects nearly 17 million Americans and can be aggravated by many factors including cosmetics, stress, pregnancy, and diet. It is caused by a hormone imbalance and thus cannot be healed externally. However, clinical studies have shown that skin care products containing GLA and LA have been found effective in the therapeutic treatment of acne skin conditions by repressing the inflammation and thus preventing or alleviating "breakouts." Nearly 100% of youth aged 12-17 experience acne. Males tend to have more severe acne and although they are less likely to seek treatment than females, they are more likely to care for their skin than their fathers did. Today's youth are raised environmental awareness and have increasing disposable incomes. They not only want to look good, but also focus on what is hip, trendy and functional. Today's youth identify with hemp as a product for their generation. Hemp seed oil is one of the world's riches sources of EFAs, and other nutrients responsible for strong healthy keratin formation. Keratin is the principal protein of hair (and nails) characterized by the presence of cystine and is responsible for its structural integrity. In addition to improving the structural quality of the hair, hemp seed oil's high lipid content help increase elasticity, volume, combability and shine. Hemp seed oil's fatty acid composition and high performance moisturizing emollients make it an ideal ingredient for both dry hair and scalp conditions. Shampoo A dominant theme among consumers is a desire for gentler hair care products which contain milder, naturally derived ingredients, but continue to provide high performance. In response, hair care marketers now incorporate conditioners, such as vegetable derived moisturizers and proteins, giving the products a natural appeal. Shampoos and conditioners almost always contain surfactants that are capable of solubilizing and stripping the hair of its normal lipid coating, thus leaving it dry, brittle and lacking luster. Hemp seed oil produces a film that smoothes down the cuticle, which in turn reduces the scattering of light, thus improving the luster and feel of the hair. This film tends to keep the resident moisture of the hair because the amino acids are small enough to penetrate the cuticle and moisturize from within. Styling Aids While the primary purpose of styling aids is to control hair, the overall effect is to improve the appearance. To do so, most styling products such as hair spray, mousse, styling gel, hair cream and pomades contain an increased level of fatty material or conditioning agents. Pomades, for example, are oil systems consisting mainly of mineral oil or petroleum (from 75% to 98%). The addition of hemp seed oil can modify the heavy, greasy feel of these ingredients, detangle, add emolliency and increase viscosity. For online ordering of the finest hemp seed oil bodycare products visit www.alivebodycare.com Since dermatologists have long discouraged the use of soap on the face, skin cleansers have become increasingly more popular and are expected to contain ingredients that not only cleanse the face, but also improve its condition. Surfactant-based cleansers and cold creams are the most commonly used types. Because of their high oil content, cold creams are not only used to remove make-up, but may also be used as moisturizers. Because they condition and provide moisture to the skin, light oils are often included to prevent defatting of the skin. Hemp seed oil's high level of EFAs and spreadability make it an ideal ingredient for skin cleansers. Besides the sunscreen agent, the most important elements in the sunscreen product is the vehicle or solvent in which it is dissolved and the film thickness left on the skin. Although mineral and castor oils are frequently used as solvents for oil-soluble sunscreens, hemp seed oil is a choice ingredient to reduce the tackiness of these heavier oils. With hemp seed oil it is possible to formulate a more appealing sunscreen product because it reduces the undesirable greasiness and occlusiveness resulting from a high mineral oil content. Sun care products should contain ingredients that impart maximum emollience with a minimum of greasiness to keep skin soft and counteract the drying effects of the sun. Hemp seed oil is especially beneficial for indoor, self tanning or after sun care because of its excellent spreadability and skin moisturizing properties. The function of shaving products is to wet the hair and lubricate the skin so that a razor glides easily over the skin's surface. The discomfort associated with shaving is caused by the resistance of the hair shaft to the cutting edge. Hemp seed oil can be used as a superfatting agent in brushless creams because it adds lubricity and prevents the skin from becoming dry. In addition to its emollient and lubricating effects on the skin, it can also enhance the performance of the formulation by increasing moisture retention properties of the product. Lipsticks are by far the most frequently used type of make-up. The emollience a lipstick exhibits is crucial to its ease of application, pay-off and feel characteristics. Typically, lipsticks contain 60%-70% oil which act as an emollient and as a solvent for the dye. Although historically castor oil and mineral oil have been used as solvents, they are very viscous and can increase resistance during application. Replacing some of the castor oil with hemp seed oil in a formulation can improve the overall feel by imparting a smooth application, superior emollience and counteract the drying effects of most bromo acid dye solvents.
Facial make-up is used to conceal imperfections and add color. Many formulations today contain moisturizers to help condition the skin. Adding hemp seed oil will impart a smooth afterfeel on the skin. In liquid make-up formulations, hemp seed oil can act as the vehicle for the powder and effectively remain on the skin while assisting in spreadability, viscosity control and emolliency. Because it is a light oil, our refined hemp seed oil is able to penetrate the skin while leaving a non-occlusive film on the skin surface, promoting a velvety smooth, non-oily feel without the sensation of wetness. For online ordering of the finest hemp seed oil bodycare products visit www.alivebodycare.com
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