If there’s one health and wellness trend that blew up in the late-2010s and held on through this year, it’s CBD-infused everything. While the potential benefits of cannabidiol (which we all just call CBD) are still being studied — and there’s no clear consensus on the best use of the compound — advocates for products with CBD tout it as an anti-inflammatory and a mood stabilizer, and it has been used by people with a range of different conditions (from epilepsy to menstrual pain) with varying results.
CBD is a compound that’s one of the main constituents of cannabis, while having limited or no psychoactive effects. That means it’s allegedly giving the same benefits as cannabis — but without the high (which comes from tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC). As previously reported, there’s just one FDA-approved drug containing CBD that’s used for treating two rare and severe forms of epilepsy, but otherwise there’s still a lot of developing research about how CBD can and should be used.
All of this to say: CBD in the wellness space still requires a bit more attention and study before it can totally transcend the realm of snake oil cure-alls (and, obviously, never take promises of snake oil cure-all type products at face value; do your research as a consumer about each product you put near, in or around your body because they are all different!)
And one last worry-wart note: Be smart when introducing new products into your healthcare/treatment plans — and, if you have a mix of medicines and other health situations you are navigating, don’t try anything wild or out-there without first consulting a medical professional. Don’t disrupt another treatment plan without having a conversation about it!
But, for people who have found that high quality CBD products work for them — or if you just like them — the market is chock full of things for your face, skin, hair and body that’ll delight and satisfy any cannabidiol fan. Read on for a few sweet CBD gifts for the holiday season.
A version of this story was published December 2019.
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CBD Sparkle & Glow Kit
Looking to help your loved ones love up on their skin? Maybe gift them with some of the sweet anti-inflammatory goodness of CBD skincare from this Sparkle and Glow mask kit. Including hydration, pore refining and collagen sheet masks and two coconut eye gels, it’s a great tool for a totally chill spa day.
Martha Stewart CBD Wellness Gummies
Few things will assure your loved ones that their CBD is a “good thing” than Martha Stewart’s new line. This sampler of 60 10mg gummies in the 15 flavors the line offers is a great way to figure out which gummies you and yours will love. They also come in a re-usable textured drawer box that makes the whole presentation totally special.
Vertly Hemp Infused Lip Butter
This CBD infused lip butter includes coconut oil, shea butter, cacao butter, kokum butter and jojoba oil to keep your pout moisturized and protected — plus the full-spectrum CBD extract to supplement. Muah.
Truly Unicorn CBD Whipped Body Butter
With 300mg of CBD, this amazing smelling body butter will have you glowy and soft in minutes. It’s thick and has this super rich whipped consistency that requires a bit of effort to spread where you want it to go but really goes off in the moisturizing, sweet smelling department.
Herbivore Emerald Deep Moisture Glow Oil.
Herbivore’s Emerald face oil has gotten some rave reviews from people with sensitive skin. Lightweight, quick-absorbing and deeply moisturizing, your face will thank you for this one.
Cannuka Nourishing CBD Body Cream
Especially as winter sets in to make your skin, hair and body the dryest it can possibly be, a good (but gentle) body cream is a must-have. This cream, containing CBD and manuka honey, works to make your skin soft and healthy and pairs it with hyaluronic acid to keep everything looking fresh and smooth.
Foto Blur CBD Primer
Okay, while primer isn’t necessarily a wellness product, anyone who wears make-up knows it can be the difference between a phenomenal “let me take 25 selfies” day and a “don’t look at me” day. Using their patent-pending Amplifi™ nanotechnology, this primer creates super tiny CBD molecules (2,000 times smaller than your pores). Meant for use between your skincare and make-up routines, it blurs pores, reduces redness and works to keep your skin clear and happy.
Switch2Pure Be Chill Body Rub
Infused with 300mg of full-spectrum CBD, this cruelty-free balm has an amazing citrus and minty smell. Meant to be used as often as needed, you can ease your aching bod after your work-out or just because and don’t have to deal with greasy skin sticking to your clothes or any icky sensations after the fact.
(It felt amazing on my sore “I slept like a stupid idiot to avoid disrupting my dog’s sleep” neck.)
Kush Queen Citrus Bath Bomb
Bath time is notably a great place to chill TF out. Why not introduce a CBD bath bomb to your routine and see if the combo of essential oils and CBD does it for you?
Lord Jones’ The Ultimate Gumdrop Gift Box
This gift box of fancy Lord Jones CBD gumdrops lets you try out all their delicious flavors to vibe with your different moods. There’s 72 gumdrops total — with wild Strawberry, Lemon, Mango Chili, Sugarplum, Blackcurrant and Green Apple drops to enjoy.
CBD Honey Mama Manuka Face Mask
A pH-balanced cooling honey face and body mask that’s also cannabis infused? Yes, please. Feed your skin and give it a bit of TLC with this gentle mask — good even if you’re acne prone or have hyper sensitive skin.
Glow CBD Tea Single Serve Sampler Pack
A good cup of tea can do just about anything. This sampler of Glow’s CBD Teas lets you or your loved ones check out their “calm,” “sleep” and “restore” flavors and see whether they’re going to become new faves.
CBD for Life Eye Serum
If your loved one is a night owl or just looking for ways to help fix their puffy, sleepy face (hard same), this serum might be a perfect pick-me-up. Blending phytonutrient-rich CBD with plant extracts to help soften and brighten your face, it’d be a great addition to a CBD-lover’s self-care kit.
Green Witch Peppermint Elixir
A good old fashioned CBD oil with a fancy holiday twist, this is a seasonal take that will satisfy and soothe. This tiny bottle packs a powerful punch with Grape Seed Oil, Hemp Seed Oil, Peppermint Oil, Phytocannabinoid, Rich Hemp Oil and Stevia.
Seabedee Skin Set
A full skincare line from Seabedee, this one features a green tea cleanser, an aloe and rose hydrating mist, a spirulina and algae mask and a cucumber and lilac moisturizer. Vegan and cruelty-free with full spectrum CBD and terpenes (and containing less than 0.3% THC), it’s a gentle way to introduce cannabis into your beauty and self-care routine.
SheKnows Deputy Editor Erika Janes, who gave the set a whirl, is a fan of the line. “The smell is earthy,” says. “But I appreciate the no added fragrance.” Her favorite product of the bunch: the refreshing aloe and rose facial mist.
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