CBG in skincare

CBG, cannabigerol, has become an essential ingredient in skincare.

CBG (like CBD) interacts and works with the skin’s endocannabinoid system. These are the receptors within the skin that alert our body to pain, regulate oil and collagen production, and control pigmentation. “When applied topically, CBG reduces the reactive oxygen species, which reduces the damaging oxidation process.

Studies have shown that the antioxidant properties of CBG are considered equivalent to those of antioxidants such as vitamin C and E. As a powerful antioxidant, CBG helps calm and defend against oxidative stress, encouraging a healthy and even glow.

CBG helps protect the skin from inflammation and reduces the chances of stress-related aging: it stops the pro-inflammatory signalling molecules, such as interleukin, from impacting the skin and causing damage.

CBG also works wonders for those with breakout-prone and dry skin; a 2016 study highlighted its antibacterial and moisturising properties, helping to balance oil production, promote cellular renewal, and retain skin’s moisture levels.

CBG vs CBD

CBG and CBD both have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties, and both support the skin – but they have two slightly different focuses. CBD boosts the endocannabinoid system to help soothe the skin. In contrast, CBG works with the receptors as an antioxidant to address oxidative stress and reduce the impact that environmental damage has on the skin.

Neither CBD nor vitamin C could match CBG’s anti-inflammatory activity in response to UV exposure. CBG also demonstrates its superiority to CBD as discovered through our proprietary research, which shows that CBG – when combined with specific skincare actives – can also help with skin brightening overall.

CBD and CBG skincare

CBD skincare has been celebrated for a wide range of benefits associated with its healing properties, including soothing skin reactivity (redness, irritation, or sensitivity) as well as brightening, evening the skin, and extraordinary anti-inflammatory properties. CBG is more effective in combating the impact of oxidative stress and inflammation-related conditions in the skin.