The Growing Popularity of Cannabis in Skincare

The use of cannabinoids in skincare formulations is particularly trendy at the moment, for good reason — cannabinoids have been shown to positively impact overall skin health and wellness. Though more research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and most effective applications fully, studies suggest topical cannabinoids can help soothe irritation and moisturize dry skin. 

Water-Soluble Cannabinoids and Fat-Soluble Cannabinoids for Skincare

All cannabinoids are lipophilic, which means they bond readily with fats and oils but not water. Because of this, it used to be difficult to formulate effective cannabinoid-infused water-based skincare products. Synergy Life Science’s line of CannaSol products changes that. 

Synergy Life Science’s CannaSol products are highly bioavailable and compatible with oil- and water-based formulations, allowing for more freedom and ingenuity in skincare formulation than ever before. 

Comparing the Skin Feel of Oil- and Water-Based Cannabinoid Skincare Products

Oil-based and water-based skincare products have different ideal applications and feel different on the skin. Most consumers prefer one type of formulation over the other, so skincare manufacturers must offer various formulations to capture a broad customer base. 

Cannabis-Infused Oil-Based Skincare

Oil-based skincare products tend to feel rich and silky. They typically have a thicker, creamier texture. Skincare products made from oil usually leave the skin feeling dewy and moisturized. 

Innovative skincare formulators can create oil-based products to suit all skin types, from oil-prone to dry and sensitive. However, some consumers may feel that oil-based skincare products are too heavy, especially for daytime use. 

Water-Based Skincare with Cannabis Ingredients

Skincare products that use a water base often feel thinner and lighter than oil-based products. Water-based skincare products typically have a smooth, barely-there texture that leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed. 

Conscientious skincare companies can also formulate water-based products to suit most skin types. However, some individuals may find water-based skincare products too light to keep their skin feeling moisturized all day. 

Other Additives to Fine-Tune the Skin Feel of Cannabis Skincare

The base of skincare products isn’t the only factor driving overall skin feel and texture. Multiple other ingredient types can help your company carefully formulate products that fit your customers’ precise wants and needs. Synergy Life Science’s CannaSol Active Esters can provide both active effects and beautiful textures to your skincare products, whether you opt for an oil- or water-based formula. 

Cannabis Emollients in Skincare

Emollients are skincare ingredients that help the skin lock in moisture. They typically have a fairly light texture. 

Synergy Life Science’s CannaSol products are all emollient esters, meaning they help protect and moisturize the skin. Cannasol CB-C Ester and CannaSol CB-S Ester are both especially nourishing. 

Cannabinoid Humectants for Skincare

Humectants help the skin and hair draw in moisture, hydrating it from the inside out. 

While all of Synergy Life Science’s CannaSol ingredients make excellent humectants, CannaSol CB-D Ester is a particularly effective choice. It triggers 19 genetic pathways, including those implicated in skin hydration, to create an exceptionally hydrating product. 

Hemp-Derived Occlusive Ingredients for Skincare

Occlusive ingredients are similar to emollients in that they help lock moisture into the skin. However, occlusive ingredients are heavier and provide a robust, water-resistant barrier on top of the skin. 

Ingredients like petrolatum and lanolin are well-known occlusives, but many consumers are sensitive to these conventional compounds. Synergy Life Science’s CannaSol CB-D Ester provides an excellent cannabis-derived alternative to these ingredients, providing the rich occlusive texture in a plant-derived package. 

Where to Source Cannabis Skincare Ingredients for Oil- and Water-Based Formulations 

Cannabinoid skincare ingredients promise a bright future for natural and effective skincare products. 

Synergy Life Science is the only place to source CannaSol ingredients for oil- or water-based skincare systems. To schedule a consultation with one of our formulation experts, contact Synergy Life Science today.

We look forward to helping you revolutionize your product line and grow your business.