You may have heard about the latest player on the skincare scene – CBD. I was curious my journey down the path of skincare has been a long one. As someone with sensitive and acne-prone skin, I have a laundry list of requirements which includes items like “cruelty-free” and “natural.” I was really excited to find and try BOTA, the plant-based skincare line that is also enhanced with CBD which checked all the boxes! Before we get to talking about BOTA, let’s talk about the benefits of CBD Skincare.
Benefits of CBD Skincare
Frequently Asked Question: What is CBD? CBD stands for cannabidiol, and comes from the hemp plant.
CBD is known for its anti-anxiety and medicinal properties. You may have also heard about CBD oil or perhaps CBD balms to help with muscle pain. But lately, the benefits of CBD skincare have been buzzing in the beauty community.
Research has shown that CBD has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. It can help with reducing dryness and acne. I really liked this article from Forbes that talks more about the benefits if you’re looking for more information.
But let’s hop into learning about BOTA and my experience!
About BOTA Skincare
BOTA’s plant-powered skincare products are made of a mix of natural botanicals and CBD. The goal of the products is to “hydrate, calm, recover and renew.”
The scoop on the ingredients: the line is paraben-free, frangrance-free, non-GMO, and cruelty-free. You know what they say – the fewer ingredients, the better it is! Deep dive into the product ingredients here.
Fun fact: All the hemp oil used is extremely high quality and grown in the U.S. at natural farms.
The products I tried & my experience
Unboxing: I don’t know about you, but I’m a sucker for beautiful packaging. I love when a product is so pretty that I can basically use it as bathroom decor. The sleek and minimalist packaging made for the perfect decor on my vanity!
I have tried (and continue to try) the following products for the last two weeks.
- Nourishing All-Day Body Lotion – 400MG CBD / 8oz.
- About the product: Made with avocado oil and CBD, it is perfect for reducing redness and hydrating skin with Vitamins A, C, D, and E.
- My take: I like to use the body lotion for re-applying lotion throughout the day when my skin starts to get a little dry.
- Age Defying Hand Lotion – 150MG CBD / 2oz.
- About the product: It soothes dry skin without being greasy and is made of Apricot Kernel Oil and CBD.
- My take: I leave the hand lotion on my desk and re-apply it throughout the day. I’ve noticed over time that the amount I need to re-apply has decreased due to my hands staying soft longer.
- Ultra Rich Satin Body Crème – 200MG CBD / 4oz.
- About the product: It is made of of shea butter, jojoba seed oil, and hemp extract.
- My take: This is my post-shower go to. The crème feels so luxurious and is its own version of self-care.
- Warming Muscle Melt Crème –300MG CBD / 2oz.
- About the product: Cinnamon oil historically was known to warm the skin and help with sore muscles. The crème is made from hemp extract, shea butter and cinnamon oil.
- My take: I sit about 8-10 hours a day, which leaves me feeling stiff on my shoulders and back. I apply right as I start to feel stiff. (This is another one of those items that sits on my desk with me).
- Nourishing Spearmint Tincture – 10MG CBD / serving
- About the product: The tincture is geared towards creating a sense of calm and well-being. To use it – dispense it under your ton for 10-20 seconds before swallowing.
- My take: From my research, did you know you can also use tincture topically? It can be good for reducing inflammation and fighting acne. I rubbed in a few drops onto my problem areas like my chin and have noticed a significant difference over the last few weeks.
Interested in trying out Bota? Use code PLANTPOWER15 for 15% off at https://www.botaskin.com/ (Valid until May 31st, 2020.)
