THE SCIENCE BEHIND OF CBD
The Science Behind
“CBD (also known as cannabidiol) is the non-intoxicating compound of hemp plants. CBD is extracted in liquid or powder form and is typically mixed with MTC. oils for example olive, hemp, or jojoba oil, all of which may enhance application and effectiveness. The Endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a biological system that works throughout the body and plays diverse roles in regulating various aspects of health and skin. When CBD is used in skincare, ECS has the ability to recognised it and the small CBD molecular structure is easily absorbed by the skin and highly effective. CBD extract is known for its healing properties, "cannabidiol offers some serious antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits which can be beneficial in managing skin concerns like redness, inflammation, dryness and free radical damage. The aim is to support and maintain good skin health, nourish and restore its protective barrier “.
CBD and History
Before discussing CBD, itself, let's first explore a brief history of the cannabis plant. While the earliest written record of cannabis use appears in ancient China (~6000 B.C.), the most direct evidence can be found in scripts closer to 2700 B.C. in early editions of the Pen Ts'ao Ching. We see many examples of cannabis being used [by multiple cultures] for its perceived restorative and medicinal properties throughout the ages.
Fast-forwarding to more modern times, the use of cannabis-derived medicines began to fade in the early 20th century, thanks to the advance of more modern medicines to treat pain and other common conditions. By the late 1930s and early '40s, the war on cannabis was well underway, and the cultivation of the plant was deemed illegal.
In 1970, the controlled substances act was passed, making the mere possession of cannabis illegal. The new law listed cannabis (both hemp and marijuana) as a Schedule I substance with 'no medicinal benefits and a high risk of dependence'. Just over a quarter-century later (1996), California legalised cannabis to treat certain medical conditions, despite the federal ban. In the past 40 years, has been an explosion of credible medical research into the benefits of cannabis. CBD itself has quickly gained acceptance around the world as a viable tool for supporting overall wellness.
While it hasn't stopped scientists from searching for new sources, CBD can be found in its highest concentration and almost exclusively within cannabis. The type of CBD consumers purchases in-store or online is formed when a raw cannabinoid, known as cannabidiol acid (CBDa), is broken down through decarboxylation.
Decarboxylation happens when CBDa is aged, heated or both. Exposure to heat, oxygen and other environmental stressors breaks down the CBDa molecule and changes its structure, resulting in cannabidiol, or CBD.
Today, thanks to consumer adoption and availability of quality products, research into CBD's effects on the human body is nearing a tipping point. Modern technology has provided several new refining and isolating CBD methods, increasing the bioavailability of the cannabinoid through technologies like nano emulsions, which make CBD water-soluble, thereby increasing its bioavailability.
WHY CBD?
CBD is a naturally occurring compound within the cannabis plant. At Aūxacann, we believe these cannabinoids have the natural ability to work wonders. Our bodies have an intricate system designed to heal themselves, and when CBD pairs with the cells of your body's own endocannabinoid system, it combats the overstimulated immune system. CBD allows your body to work for itself, rather than against itself, promoting renewal and harmony within.
