What is acne?
Acne is an inflammatory skin disease. It is caused by the over-secretion of sebum, which clogs the sebocyte ducts. As the pores are blocked, the skin becomes oily and inflammation can occur in the form of painful red or white pimples and blackheads.This chronic skin disease usually affects teenagers and young adults between the ages of 12 and 20, but not exclusively. In fact, 40% of people in their thirties and early forties suffer from acne, especially women. Depending on its severity, acne can cause emotional distress and leave scars on the skin. The earlier you start treatment, the lower the risk of such problems.
Different forms of acne- Retentional acne, also known as mild acne, which starts at puberty and is common in adolescents. It manifests itself by the appearance of microcysts, closed comedones, blackheads, enlarged pores and oily, shiny skin. It is the result of an overproduction and accumulation of sebum often generated by hormonal variations and stress.
- Inflammatory acne can coexist with retentional acne. It is caused by the abnormal proliferation of the bacterium Cutibacterium acnes. This bacterium promotes the development of inflammatory acne lesions or the evolution of retentional acne lesions. The pimples are usually located in the T-zone of the face, the jawline, the cleavage and the back.
- Cystic acne is a form of severe acne that develops due to hormonal imbalance. It is usually the most resistant and painful form of acne. It is characterised by blackheads, comedones, red pimples that develop into deeper lesions, cysts and microcysts.
We talk about mild, moderate or severe acne, but in reality, to evaluate the severity of acne, there are 5 grades established by the SFD (Société Française de la Dermatologie)
- Grade 1 : Very mild acne with few lesions, some comedones and scattered papules.
- Grade 2 : Mild acne characterised by a slight presence of open or closed comedones and papulo-pustules on part of the face.
- Grande 3 : Moderate acne with numerous comedones and papulo-pustules. lesions extend over a large area of the face.
- Grande 4 : Severe acne, characterised by the presence of numerous papulo-pustules, open or closed and some nodules all over the face.
- Grande 5 : Very severe, highly inflammatory acne with nodules all over the face.
To determine your situation, we advice you to consult a dermatologist.
Why use CBD?
There are various external treatments for acne, but not all of them are effective and often have side effects such as dryness and irritation of the skin. With this in mind, CBD can be an effective solution for acne. Indeed, being composed of 100% natural ingredients, CBD oil has no side effects. Recently recognised for its stress and pain relieving properties, CBD also has anti-inflammatory properties and helps to regulate sebum production.
How does it operate?Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, acts on the endocannabinoid system, which consists of cannabinoid membrane receptors called CB1 and CB2, and endocannabinoids found throughout the body. Endocannabinoids, derived from fatty acids, activate CB1 and CB2 receptors, which act on the nervous and immune systems, bones and skin respectively. It is by acting on these sensors that CBD proves its effectiveness against acne. A scientific study conducted in 2014 demonstrates the effectiveness of CBD against the proliferation of sebocytes and therefore reduces the production of sebum. It also prevents the multiplication of cells that can clog the sebaceous glands. In addition, its anti-inflammatory properties have a soothing effect that can calm irritation caused by inflamed cysts and microcysts and create a barrier that protects the skin from external aggression. Because of its soothing and purifying properties, CBD oil can be used to treat acne-prone skin.
To discover the other effects of CBD on the skin, we invite you to read our article on the subject: CBD to take care of your skin.
What do we propose?
In case of acne grade 1 or 2, simple and regular use of one of our skincare products, Huile Précieuse Face Oil will be more recommended since it contains 500mg of CBD. It can be easily integrated into a classic skincare routine.
For grade 3 to 5 acne, our Roll-On Repair Care will be your ally. Applied in a targeted manner, its high concentration of broad-spectrum CBD and CBG will greatly help to eliminate your skin's imperfections, and its massaging applicator will give you an instant sensation of relief and freshness.
In addition, a high concentration of CBD Oil, 20 or 30%, can be applied to the skin to treat areas of your skin with severe acne.
To fight against irritation
Baobab and argan oils are known for their anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties respectively. Numerous studies demonstrate the effectiveness of these oils in the treatment of skin problems such as acne, as they help to soothe the skin and boost the regeneration of skin cells. You can find these oils in our Huile Précieuse Face Oil and in higher concentrations in Huile Précieuse n°2 and Huile Précieuse n°4.
To fight against the hyperproduction of sebum
- Jojoba oil is perfect for regulating sebum production. It is one of the major ingredients in Huile Précieuse n°1.
- Macadamia oil is rich in palmitoleic acids, which are present in human sebum, and thus helps to prevent the overproduction of sebum. You can find this oil in Huile Précieuse n°2 and Huile Précieuse n°3 where it is present in large quantities.
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