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Fri May 22, 2009 11:51 am  |
This is a review for Nutiva Organic cold pressed Hemp Oil.
As the title states-Hemp Oil has saved my skin! A bit of back story on my skin condition, I have very oily, very fair skin that breaks out easily with large pores. Although I do get some small blemishes and the dreaded TOTM cysts my main problem is the ever populating blackhead colonies that live ALL over my face, most dense on my T-zone. These are the main issue b/c I tend to obssesively pick at them...daily I must admit. Believe me I know how terrible this is, I can see the damage it has done, mainly on my cheeks and chin...perma-redness and sometimes I'm unable to fully extract them and they turn into a full blown blemish that, surprise-surprise I pick at too, that leaves me a lovely post acne scar that takes months to fade. Its a ugly chain of events. On my decolletage I had a very bad sunburn when I was about 23, despite wearing SS and covering it with a scarf anytime I was out in the sun it was constantly red and blotchy...and had its own colony of blackheads and blemishes. Quite defeating to my self-esteem.
I have tried everything under the sun to clear my skin, from ProActiv to KH, every scrub and acne treatment. While some did work for a while on one issue, nothing addressed all my problems for any real length of time, most made them worse with long term use. The best I have found is Ayurvedic skin care but I still needed to address my sticky sebum issue.
I was actually looking for a Omega dietary supplement to try and help heal my various eczema patches and other dry/itchy skin issues when I stumbled upon Hemp oil by accident. I was researching how sebum flow effects blocked pores and what I could use to keep them clear and flowing (other than scrubs and acids) when I decided to take a break and skim through some EDS threads, I have been loosely following the 302 thread b/c I think the idea of a non-acid approach is very interesting when I came across a post by Boski that gave me an idea. She posted this quote from Skintactix " When linoleic acid is not available in the skin, the sebaceous glands produce sebum with oleic acid and this form of sebum is irritating to the skin. It promotes blockage that causes blackheads, whiteheads and acne. Some scientists have suggested that sebum produced with oleic acid is drier, firmer and therefore it promotes blockage within the follicles, such as blackheads and whiteheads. " You can read the post in its entirety here. http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=28855&postdays=0&postorder=asc&&start=2875 Her quote is in red.
So I thought that if I could find and oil with the correct balance of EFA's and incorporate it into my diet and use it topically that, although I would still be oily, possibly I could cause my sebum to be less sticky and irritating thus resulting in less acne and blackheads. Cue Hemp oil music. From what I have read Hemp oil contains a perfect ratio of EFA's, has anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties and has superior healing benefits and is very high in the super food chlorophyll. It also supposedly had sun block effects while allowing absorption of Vit D, still doing research on this. I do not claim to be a scientist so I will post some links at the bottom of my review to provide more accurate clear info. *I am also taking this internally, its too soon to comment on that as I need at least 8-12 weeks to see improvement but I will update when I reach that mark with any comments/signs of improvement. If you decide to take it internally be sure to take the appropriate dosage for you body weight as this oil can really get things moving if you know what I mean, while not a negative effect I think that at too high a dosage the effect might become unpleasant.
I have tried nearly every oil from Emu to Jojoba to sweet almond to EV coconut, while they might have helped a bit they never fully sank in and left my already oily skin even oilier(although I do like jojoba for my hair and coconut for massage). Living in the humid South these were not a good option for my face. The first time I applied Hemp oil to my face it looked just the same as when I used any other oil...shiny. Then about 3 mins later I went to go put my makeup on and when I looked in the mirror, to my great surprise, my face was totally hydrated and matte. WTH?!? I had not applied anything else. I brushed it off as a fluke and proceeded with my MU (which applied like a friggin dream btw!). However, all night at work people kept commenting on how nice I looked and when I got home and looked in the mirror I still looked fab. I chalked it up to a "good skin day" and washed my face, did my shameful nightly blackhead removal, applied more hemp oil and went to bed. When I woke up in the morning I reached up to rub my face and was again surprised to find that my face felt hydrated (not its usual greasy mess) and soft. When I went to go look in the mirror I was again shocked at how great my skin looked. I don't think my skin has ever been properly moisturized since I hit puberty and it went haywire, and honestly, I had even forgotten what fully hydrated normal skin looked like on my face. Any creepyness was gone and I some how looked airbrushed and best of all my reoccurring blackheads had not "filled" back up. Now I'm thinking I'm on to something. I have stripped my routine down to let the hemp oil really work, currently I'm using a super mild cleanser or OCM to remove MU at night, then toning with Thayers rose petal witch hazel followed by Hemp oil. In the AM I'm using raw honey as a wash, tone then Hemp oil. Once a week I use a mild scrub, maybe a fruit acid mask and usually a clay based cleansing mask. Results are awe inspiring.
Now let me be clear, I'm not saying that this miraculously overnight freed me of any and all skin issue but it has from the first application fully moisturized with out being greasy and majorly soothed any active flair ups (in fact they seem to be "drying up" and disappearing with no acne spot medication) and any blackheads that I extracted have not formed in the same pore. The skin around my eyes looks particularly fabulous, plump, smooth and firm. And for a smoker like myself that's pretty awesome! (I know, I know, no lectures please!) The redness on my chest is subsiding and really is nearly gone. Any area I apply the oil becomes velvety soft and glows like crazy, I feel like I finally understand what people mean when they say something makes them glowy. Even my EX H kept commenting on how great my skin looked, and that man does not freely pass out compliments to anyone but himself, so I know its not just me.
So this post is getting long and out of hand and I don't want to bore you lovely ladies so I will close with a wrap up and links to more info on hemp oil.
Benefits for me:
-Reduction in blocked pores/blackheads.
-Active acne soothed and seems to be fading away.
-Almost immediate redness/inflammation reduction (thinking this would be great for rosacea suffers).
-Moist, plump, glowy, hydrated skin.
-No oily residue after applying, it sinks in like a dream.
-Its affordable.
-Beautiful airbrushed finish under makeup or alone.
Cons:
-Is a green oil, due to the chlorophyll I assume, so if you don't wait for it to fully soak in it will lightly stain lighter colored clothes.
-Has a grassy scent(no pun intended!), light and non-offensive but it there.
-Needs to be refrigerated, not sure how I would travel with it.
Links to more info:
Benefits of hemp
http://www.ecomall.com/greenshopping/plandahemp.htm
Writer does a good job of explaining EFA's, etc.
http://www.hairboutique.com/tips/tip091.htm
Another good overview
http://www.regenerativenutrition.com/content.asp?id=64
These are just a few links that I saved for the good info, if any one has any other links that they find helpful please feel free to post on this thread!
Thanks for reading ladies and good luck on your skin journey!  |
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27~Texas~Oily~ fair~ breakout prone~ easily congested~Cysts caused by emotional stress~ Using Ayurvedic skin care and philosophy~ Dry brushing body and face~ On strict less is more routine~ We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars~ Oscar Wilde |
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Wed Jun 17, 2009 9:13 am |
| I just bought some hemp oil and used it in my OCM (50% castor; 50% hemp). I have to say, it's the ONLY oil (and I used 'em all) that made a difference with blackhead removal on my nose. After massaging a few minutes, I felt the blackheads dislodging (not all - but it's early days yet). This morning, I added a few drops of hemp oil (Mumm's - it's bright green) to some rosewater and used it as a moisturizer. So far - so good. Thank you so much for recommending this oil! |
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Sat Nov 21, 2009 11:39 am |
I've been using Hempseed Oil for a month and half now.... My skin looked so good this morning, I had to take a photo (no makeup or good lighting involved!).
I usually only notice when bad things occur but I couldn't help noticing the glow this morning.
HSO (and possibly the Vaculift) have changed my skin; I've never had texture this good. Just have to get rid or at least halt those dreaded N/L's now!!
BTW my skin started to look dull, flat and flaky back in Oct. whilst on hol, after one week without the HSO (used avocado oil instead). |
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Mon Nov 30, 2009 6:42 am |
Hi Oil Lovers!
Below is a copy from a book which describes the different oils around (the book was more about dietry use rather than topical but this chapter touched upon the beauty uses).
Although we all agree hempseed is a wonder-oil - and I'm now going to start drinking it! - there may be one here more suitable to your skin.
Coconut oil is currently being touted as a 'healthy' oil by some despite its high level of saturated fat. Those who are advocating it claim that it contains lauric acid, found in mother's milk. It contains antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.
Hazelnut oil is well-known for its astringent qualities. It is deeply penetrating and stimulating to the circulatory system and is high in vitamins, minerals and protein. Its texture makes it an excellent moisturizer for those with oily skin, suitable particularly for facial and body massages giving a smooth, silky-soft skin texture and is a lovely carrier oil.
Hempseed Oil naturally replenishes skin moisture. If you suffer from eczema, psoriasis, skin cracking or scaling, chapped lips or dry hair, systematic use of skin care products containing omega-6 fatty acids should restore your skin's natural glow and bring a healthy sheen to your hair and lips. Because hemp seed oil is an excellent source of omega fatty acids, adding it to your diet can substantially improve your skin's natural appearance and elasticity.
Macadamia nut oil is one of the best regenerative oils available. It closely resembles sebum (the oil naturally produced by the skin to help protect it). Macadamia oil is a fabulous, protective oil with a high absorption rate and has been successfully used as a healing oil for scars, sunburn, minor wounds and other irritations.
Sesame seed oil is immensely popular in India where its use is part of everyday life and an important aspect of Ayurveda massage, ancient indian techniques that provide relaxation, improved circulation and elimination of toxins. Sesame is the favoured massage oil as its chemical structure gives it a unique ability to penetrate the skin easily, nourishing and detoxifying even the deepest tissue layers.
It is naturally antibacterial, antiviral and an anti-inflammatory agent. It has been successfully used in the hair of children to kill lice infestations and used after exposure to wind or sun to calm sunburn. It nourishes and feeds the scalp to control dry scalp dandruff and to kill dandruff-causing bacteria. It protects the skin from the effects of chlorine in pool water. It is also good for facial application in controlling acne.
Palm oil is supposed to be a good source of beta-carotene. It has a high vitamin A and E content.
Tea tree oil displays a number of remarkable properties making it very effective for a wide range of complaints. Foremost and what makes tea tree outstanding in comparison to other remedies is that it is active against all three varieties of infectious organisms; bacteria, fungi and viruses. It has been proved effective in the treatment of acne, athlete's foot, blisters, burns, cold sores, dandruff, herpes, insect bites, oily skin, general skin rashes and nappy rash. The antiseptic and bacterial properties of tea tree oil aid in the treatment of cuts, burns, insect bites, infected splinters and all kinds of wounds, especially dirty wounds or those which contain pus. Because of its antifungal properties, tea tree is an effective treatment for ringworm, athletes food and thrush (candida).
Tea tree oil really seems to be the wonder oil! It can be applied topically to the skin, used in the bath or for inhalation in a vaporiser. It should not be taken internally. |
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Mon Feb 01, 2010 12:41 pm |
| i'm happy to find something in the products review forum that i have actualy used and can review. i love organic hemp oil also...and found, that especialy when i was lacking in omega 3's..my face just drank it up...although istill appreciate it...i don't have that intense 'give me more and more' feeling from it that i did several years ago. |
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Sun Feb 21, 2010 7:06 am |
| jasminerosey wrote: |
Miranda, it will be really interesting to me to her what your brother-in-law has to say.
i've read ads on line where it is said that glass bottles of nutiva hemp oil suggest using the oil (for consumption) between 8-12 weeks..so am wondering if there is a difference in what material it is packaged in... which has also peaked my interst...and...even though I know these unrefined food grade oils are generally packed in opaque plastic, or tinted glass bottles to avoid oxidation... and are packed with nitrogen to further stop oxidation of the product, for me, (although, my dh thinks this insignificant) i still am just as interested/concerned about when the oil was originally pressed and packaged, in terms of how much life force it hs left when i purchase it, as to how long it lasts after opening the bottle. (if it feels appropriate to you, i would also love to know what your brother-in-law may have to say about thse factors as well. |
I've just returned from Italy and spoke to my brother-in-law about oil nutrients and degradation. His expertise is olive oil but the info can be applied to other forms of oil.
*He said that extra-virgin oil will be lower in acidity than virgin oil. And the lower the acidity, the longer the oil will last before becoming rancid.
*The nutrients in an oil will begin to deteriorate from day one of the oil being produced.
*An oil lasts longer (before oxidizing) if bottled in dark glass and kept in cool dark place.
*A good quality low acidity olive oil bottled in dark glass and kept in cool dark place will keep for up to 2 years. My b-in-law's oil does but he puts a 'best before' date of 18 months on it. The best before date is an indication date of when it will start to go rancid.
So to summarize, what you need to look for in an oil is low acidity, freshness (look for bottled date) and dark glass. It should be kept in a cupboard or fridge if stated. It's probably best to buy small bottles and replace often to get full value of the nutrients.
I also found this snippet on the subject of cold-pressed. Be wary US folk.
The term “cold pressed oil” is subject to different regulations, depending on the part of the world in which it is made. In the European Union, for example, oil which is labeled as cold pressed must be produced in an environment which never exceeds a certain temperature. The temperature varies, depending on the oil, but is generally around 80 degrees Fahrenheit (27 degrees Celsius). In the United States, oil labeling is not regulated, so “cold pressed oil” may not actually be cold pressed oil at all. Consumers will need to smell, taste, and see the oil to determine whether or not it is truly cold pressed.
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-cold-pressed-oil.htm |
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Thu Mar 04, 2010 4:29 pm |
| Sandra, I thought you didn't know what OCM is because with OCM, you mix the oils and you were using them separately. The two links I included explain how to combine the castor oil with other oils like HSO and EVOO to make the OCM blend that is right for your skin type. Cleansing with straight castor oil is not recommended because it is too drying. |
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