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Benefits of Cannabis Essential Oil



Read on below to learn why cannabis essential oil should be a staple in every household. More people are starting to turn to holistic and alternative methods of treatment. The shift continues to grow especially as we are beginning to see more evidence that conventionally-produced consumer products and pharmaceuticals are among the top cancer-causing items.



Meanwhile, there is also a growing body of evidence that cannabis cures cancer.



But that's something you already knew right? Cannabis is good for you.



It can be enjoyed in many shapes, forms, and sizes; although not many people are familiar yetwith cannabis essential oil.



What Are Essential Oils?



Essential oils have a cult following around the world. They are an essential component in the kits of healers, holistic mothers, hippies, and any staunch advocate of natural treatments.



Essential oils are extremely concentrated; derived from various plant and flower parts using a steam distillation procedure. Because of the extraction method used to obtain essential oils, they are actually much more potent than the plant or flower source used to produce it. There are hundreds of different varieties of essential oils available, each with their own special properties.



These oils are used for wellness, prevention, healing, treatment, and spiritual advancement.



There are many ways that one can obtain health benefits from these oils, such as:



Direct inhalation

Orally (diluted)

Topically (diluted)

Steam inhalation

Diffuser

Spray



Cannabis Essential Oil



Cannabis essential oil, my friends, is no different. Also commonly referred to as hemp essential oil, it is derived using low pressure steam distillation from the plant's leaves, flowers, and stems.



It doesn't have any THC or CBD which means that it won't give you a high. Cannabis essential oils are used primarily for its medicinal and health benefits. Because the plant's uses are versatile and can be used in so many different ways, hemp essential oils are also widely used in many cosmetic products such as shampoo, soap, and lotions.



Enjoy the scent of your favorite magical herb by using the essential oil in aromatherapy. It also smells great when mixed with eucalyptus or lavender essential oil. You can also add a few drops into running bath water to help you relax at the end of the day.



Health Benefits



If you want to stress-relieving properties of weed without having to smoke or ingest it, hemp essential oil is the way to go. But taking the oil has several other benefits, such as:



Insect repellent: Alpha-pinene and limonene, 2 components of hemp essential oil, are effective in repelling insects.



Skin protection: Cannabis essential oil is an effective natural treatment method for psoriasis and eczema. Regularly using the oil can protect the skin and slow down signs of aging while stimulating the growth of new skin cells and shedding dead cells.



Glaucoma: Marijuana in many forms has been proven to prevent and treat glaucoma.

However, cannabis essential oil cannot be applied directly to the eye but you can still prevent glaucoma through aromatherapy.



Migraines and headaches: No matter which way you decide to take it, cannabis works well in treating migraines and headaches.



Pain relief: Those suffering from inflammation, cancer-related pain, and chronic pain can all benefit from taking hemp essential oil. It has powerful properties that can prevent and treat pain in different parts of the body. Even chemotherapy patients turn to cannabis in various forms to seek relief from pain.



Prevent insomnia: Even though cannabis essential oil doesn't contain enough THC to give users a buzz, its constituents are still potent enough to induce a state so relaxing that it can put you to sleep. The oil is a great way to prevent anxiety at the end of a long day and help you sleep well.