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The Benefits of CBD For Your Skin Care Routine

Updated January 15, 2024

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CBD (cannabidiol) is added for health supplements, foods, and even various cosmetic products. Although its oral intake is associated with many health benefits, its use in skincare is also becoming popular. CBD can have some amazing benefits for skin care when used regularly.

Here we look at CBD health benefits of skin, CBD for skin problems, and much more. One can also use CBD oil skin care products or moisturizers, lip balms, creams, and other products. We also look here at some of the best CBD skin care products.

CBD Health Benefits for Skin: Some Examples

One of the main questions is why would anyone choose CBD products for skin care over their regular skin care product. Most people will choose CBD skin care products when they want some added benefits from the product. Additionally, people living with some chronic skin disorders may prefer CBD products.

Although CBD is not an approved treatment for skin conditions, it may exert beneficial effects. Thus, such a product may be better for skin health in many cases.

CBD may have many benefits for the skin:

CBD has antioxidant activity and thus helps neutralize free radicals and protect skin
CBD may have an anti-aging effect and may also help reduce photodamage to the skin
CBD has a moisturizing effect
CBD based cosmetics might exert an antimicrobial effect, and such an effect may be boosted by other components like essential oils and terpenes
CBD is known to have a sebostatic effect, and thus it may help reduce acne, help those living with oily skin
CBD can exert an anti-inflammatory effect and thus could be suitable for most common skin conditions like allergies, ectopic dermatitis, and even psoriasis
CBD has a calming effect on the skin and may help overcome minor irritations

Here it is vital to understand that CBD is not a medication and not intended to treat skin diseases. However, it may offer a range of benefits when added to cosmetic products.

Additionally, regular use of topical CBD may have some systemic effects. This is because some of the CBD applied topically also gets absorbed. Thus, CBD skin care of acne and other CBD skin care benefits are the reason for its widespread use.

CBD For Skin Problems: How Does It Work

As CBD for skin problems is used increasingly, lots of research is going into understanding its mechanism of action. Science has understood some of its benefits.

It took really long for science to understand how cannabis could be good for health. So, despite its use in traditional and folk medicine for thousands of years. However, there is no doubt that the cannabis plant contains numerous cannabinoids, and cannabidiol (CBD) is especially good for health and skin care.

So, how does cannabis work?

Initially, researchers found that many CBD effects were due to a so-called endocannabinoid system. However, since the brain-altering effects of cannabis have been known for a long, researchers thought that the brain is the only organ rich in endocannabinoid receptors.

But now they know that the endocannabinoid system is quite complex. It consists of a network of receptors, substances that modulate these receptors, and various enzymes. Now they also know that there are different types of endocannabinoid receptors, and some are more common in other organs and tissues.

Now science knows that the endocannabinoid (ECS) system is implicated in the benefits of CBD. Thus, it helps prevent cell proliferation, suppress inflammation, alter skin oil production, reduce inflammation, and much more.

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How To Incorporate CBD Into Your Skin Care Routine

CBD is very safe when used topically. It is mild on the skin and does not cause any irritation. On the contrary, it has a soothing action, reduces inflammation, and helps counter skin irritation.

One should understand that CBD is suitable for regular or daily use. Most of its benefits can only be experienced on prolonged and frequent use. It is not a drug or hormone, and thus do not expect effect from its first application. Moreover, due to some regulations and the high cost of CBD, most manufacturers add CBD in their cosmetics only in small (but safe) amounts.

Thus, one should plan to use CBD continually for several months. If one uses CBD products for specific skin conditions like reducing sebum production or managing ectopic dermatitis, then one should apply CBD skin care products at least twice daily. Applying CBD cosmetics in the evening may have a nourishing effect.

Needless to say, when including CBD products in daily routine, it is essential to pay particular attention to other ingredients. CBD is just one of the components of CBD skin care products. There would be generally many other beneficial compounds in any product.

Types of CBD Skin Care Products

CBD products are available for various needs of skin care. Thus, there are products for managing acne, reducing skin aging, photoprotection, moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, sensitive skin, oily skin, and much more.

Most skin care would contain CBD isolate. However, some may use broad-spectrum CBD distillate that may be more beneficial in some instances. The use of full-spectrum CBD with small amounts of THC is rare. It is because THC may be pretty good for certain mood disorders, but it has limited use in skin care.

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List CBD Skin Care Products Ingredients & Specific Benefits

There are thousands of CBD skin care products for every kind of skin problem. Here we look at some of the products so that readers can better understand what to look for in CBD skin care products.

Happy dance range of CBD skin care products. The company sells moisturizers, hand creams, eye cream, CBD with coconut oil, and much more. Its products often contain avocado oil, full-spectrum hemp extract, herbal extracts for added benefits, terpenes, and essential oils.

Khus + Khus tries to differ from others by focusing quite a bit on Ayurveda along with CBD. Most of their products contain multiple herbal extracts.

Lab to beauty has many products for skin care. They focus considerably on other cannabinoids called CBG (cannabigerol). But, of course, their products contain many other herbals like moringa, jojoba oil, Bulgarian rose extract, and much more.

Lord Jones has a range of products from gumdrops, supplements, skin care products to CBD-infused bath salts. They try to differentiate their product by focusing greatly on packing. Their packaging gives their products a classical look.

Prima focuses significantly on the health benefits of CBD oil. They have CBD soft gel that often contains multiple herbs to relieve stress and boost energy levels. They focus significantly on mood, anxiety, and fatigue, and thus their products contain vitamins, herbs, and adaptogens.

Above are just a few examples of how manufacturers are exploiting the power of CBD to create value-added products. Most manufacturers now understand that selling CBD oils alone would be challenging. Thus, they combine CBD with multiple natural ingredients to create unique offerings. Additionally, many manufacturers are focusing on skin care products.

If you want to know more about the benefits of CBD products or skincare and understand how to get started with the CBD skincare business, contact us.

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White Label vs. Private Label CBD Products: Which Should You Choose?

Updated March 30, 2024

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Andrej Reljič, MSc

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As the CBD market continues to expand, businesses are confronted with a crucial decision between white label and private label CBD products. The choice between these two labelling strategies can significantly impact a company’s branding, market positioning, and profitability.

While white label products offer a convenient entry point into the market with established formulations and reduced financial risks, private label options provide the opportunity for customization and exclusive branding.

When considering which labeling approach to adopt, carefully evaluate all the benefits and challenges of each, so you can effectively align them with your strategic objectives.

What Are White Label CBD Products?

In short, White label CBD products allow your company to market CBD goods under your branding without the need for extensive research, development, and manufacturing processes. This model allows you as a company to enter the CBD market with reduced financial risks and overhead costs.

A real-world example of well-known white label products would be LUCEO which uses Essentia Pura’s CBD White Label CBD Products.

Key Benefits and Challenges

The concept of white labelling offers businesses a strategic advantage by allowing for the distribution of standardized products under various unique brand identities. White label CBD products provide easy market entry, low overhead costs, access to manufacturing expertise, and compliance guidance.

However, they lack the exclusivity and control over the product formulation that private label CBD products offer.

Below is a comparison table highlighting the key pros and cons of white-label CBD products:

Pros	Cons
Invest minimally with low MOQs – start with as little as 2.500 EUR	Expect more competition – more companies chose white label due to simplicity and lower starting costs.
Enter the CBD market fast – Get your first CBD products within 4 working weeks	Limited product assortment – you can choose the products from a white-label product list without customization
Sell market-proven CBD products – more than 100 of our SKUs have already been used by thousands of end consumers	Brand differentiation – you will not be alone labeling our white label CBD products so extra effort is required for brand differentiation
Avoid high R&D costs – Skip the research and development cost which usually start at 500 EUR per product and can go up to 20.000 EUR if clinical studies are required	Product differentiation – Other businesses already sell our white label products
Short lead times for reorders – get your second and consecutive orders within 2 working weeks	No custom formulas – within the white label, products cannot be customized

What is considered a Private Label CBD Product?

Private label CBD products are characterized by their unique formulation tailored to a specific brand, granting companies trademarks on both the product and branding aspects. This approach enables new businesses to distinguish themselves in the competitive CBD market and exert more control over their product development.

Real CBD world example: Arctic Oils for which Essentia Pura has developed and manufactured customized CBD products.

Key Benefits and Challenges

Investigating private-label CBD products exposes a spectrum of benefits and drawbacks we will try to point out.

Pros	Cons
Custom product formulations – Completely customize your products to your and your target customers’ specific wants and needs.	Extended time to market – Custom product development demands more time, usually around 3 months, delaying market entry.
Higher profit margins – You determine your target purchase price from us based on your product preferences. That means you have control over your profit margins. No more “MSRP” that you need to adhere to. You determine the sales price at your discretion.	Higher initial investment – Developing unique formulas, including quality assurance processes increases upfront investment, often reaching 500 EUR for the product development phase and higher minimum order quantities (MOQs).
Brand differentiation – Offering private label products that no one sells apart from you elevates your company’s status in the eyes of your customers.	Intensive research & development – Significant research and development efforts are necessary to create standout products.
Flexibility & customization – Ability to adapt formulations to meet specific market demands.	Expertise Required – Sometimes it is not easy to find a reliable manufacturer that has an in-depth knowledge of product manufacturing and market nuances.
Higher customer retention rate and customer life value – Tailor-made formulations enhance brand identity, and customer loyalty and result in a higher customer life value.	Higher customer acquisition costs – As the products you will offer are new in the market, this may increase initial customer acquisition costs.
Targeted customer satisfaction – Products can be finely tuned to align with consumer preferences, enhancing satisfaction.	Intensive research & development – Significant research and development efforts are necessary to create standout products.

White label vs. private label CBD: Which one is best for my company?

When deciding between white label and private label CBD products, key considerations like profitability and production expenses come to the forefront. Understanding which option is more financially advantageous and evaluating the production costs associated with each label type are crucial factors in determining the best fit for your company.

Is White label or private label CBD more profitable?

Both Private label and White label CBD strategies offer distinct benefits that can align with

different business goals and market strategies. Here are our thoughts:Customization and Brand Loyalty

Private label CBD products can either be fully customised or existing proven formulations can be adapted to align closely with your brand identity. This way, they enhance brand loyalty through product exclusivity. With this level of customization and control over the manufacturing process you will ensure maximum product quality, and consistency and can set premium pricing strategies for a certain range of products.

Cost-Effectiveness and Market Competition

White label CBD products often require a lower initial investment, leveraging shared manufacturing processes that can expedite your market entry. However, this approach may introduce more competition, as identical formulations are sold by multiple companies, which could also impact profit margins. Despite this, the ability to enter the market quickly and at a lower cost provides a solid advantage for businesses looking to capitalize on trends without the heavy upfront investment of private labelling.

Market Entry and Initial Costs:

White label CBD products leverage existing formulations, allowing businesses to avoid the substantial upfront investment associated with private label development. This translates to:

Reduced financial burden: By utilizing pre-developed formulas, businesses can bypass the costs of research and development for unique formulations.
Swifter market entry: Existing formulations eliminate the need to invest time and resources in creating new product formulas, enabling businesses to launch their product line quickly.

Strategy and Considerations

Choosing between white label and private label CBD hinges on a strategic evaluation of your business’s priorities.

If brand differentiation and long-term customer loyalty are paramount, private labelling may offer you the most benefits.
If cost-effectiveness, market agility, and a quicker launch are your primary goals, white labelling could be more appealing.

Both white label and private label CBD have the potential to be profitable, depending on how well they align with your company’s strategic objectives, market positioning, and customer engagement strategies.

1-on-1 comparison of Essentia Pura’s White Label and Private Label CBD Partnerships

As mentioned above,

White label CBD products offer a more standardized and cost-effective solution
Private label CBD products often involve higher production costs due to customization requirements, including unique formulations and packaging options.

Below we prepared a simple 1-on-1 comparison of our white label and private label products and services for your review.

Factor	White Label CBD Products	Private Label CBD Products
MOQs	Low – starting at 2.500 EUR	Medium to high – starting at 5.000 EUR
Lead time	2 working weeks	From 5 working weeks up to 3 months
Customization	Low	High
Costs of Analyses	Low	High
Market Entry	Fast and Easy	Extended
Differentiation of products	Low	High