Dermatology
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Our clinical team is led by Dr Stephen D'Souza MB ChB, MRCP, FRCR, FRCP.
The current research on CBD oil for skin cancer
While one review found that cannabis oil has potential anticarcinogenic properties, including the ability to inhibit tumour growth and stop its spread, medicinal cannabis is not a cure for cancer. It has shown the potential to reduce the severity of some of the symptoms that come along with skin cancer, as well as lessen the burden placed on the body by conventional cannabis treatments. It’s early days, and although there are lots of promising individual stories, research into its possible use as a future cancer treatment is still in its infancy.
Skin Cancer
12 min read
A guide to CBD for rosacea
No one likes turning red in a social situation – it can be embarrassing, hitting your self-confidence where it hurts. But for rosacea sufferers, this is an all-too regular occurrence, reducing their quality of life and making them feel self-conscious. Rosacea may be a pretty common skin condition, but it can also be a distressing one. Relief may be on the horizon, with recent research pointing to the potential effectiveness of CBD as a treatment, throwing patients a possible welcome lifeline.
Rare Skin Conditions
6 min read
Managing psoriasis symptoms with CBD cream
The ECS may be influential in the treatment of psoriasis in a number of ways. Importantly, studies suggest that the main physiological function of the cutaneous ECS is to control the well-balanced proliferation, differentiation, and survival – as well as immune competence and/or tolerance – of skin cells.
Psoriasis
10 min read
Five ways cannabis can potentially benefit eczema
Eczema can affect many areas of your life – you might cancel plans to go out because you feel self-conscious about the rash, or you could be up half the night because the constant itch is driving you mad. In recent years, there has been a lot of interest in the dermatology community around cannabis and its potential as an additional treatment option for eczema.
Eczema
9 min read
The ultimate guide to cannabis acne treatment
Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point in their lives. It occurs when hair follicles become blocked with oil and dead skin cells, creating a plug and causing inflamed red pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads.
Acne
6 min read
Why you should use CBD for skin inflammation
Most people will experience skin inflammation at some point in their lives, whether it’s from an insect bite, a rash, a skin disorder such as eczema or dermatitis or an infection. Skin inflammation can cause redness, swelling, dryness, itching and pain, which is irritating at best, but can affect a person’s quality of life at its worst. In recent times, scientists have studied cannabis for its pharmacological uses, discovering it could play a beneficial role in the treatment of skin conditions.
Dermatology
10 min read
Is CBD good for itchy skin?
Studies have shown CBD has potential anti-inflammatory properties, which may benefit those suffering from itchy skin. When used in creams and topical treatments, CBD may reduce pain, and itching, and provide moisture while reducing oil production, providing relief to sufferers. CBD has also been shown to have an antioxidant effect comparable to that of vitamins E and C, which means it may also help with skin repair and the smoothing out of wrinkles.
Dermatology
7 min read
How helpful is hemp seed oil for rosacea?
Rosacea is a common skin condition which causes redness. It usually begins with people blushing or becoming flushed more easily. Normally affecting the nose, cheeks and forehead, it’s a long-term condition, with sufferers experiencing periodic flare-ups. Hemp seed oil is widely used in a range of health and skincare treatments. Packed full of essential fatty acids including Omega-3 and -6, it’s said to be particularly beneficial to a range of skin conditions.
Rare Skin Conditions
6 min read
Does hemp cream bring relief for eczema?
Eczema is a common skin condition which can bring misery to sufferers’ lives. The unbearable itch can keep them awake at night, while inflamed red patches of skin can make them self-conscious, affecting socialising and damaging mental health. Hemp cream may bring sufferers much needed relief.
Eczema
7 min read
Cannabis and eczema - Five ways it can help
Eczema can affect many areas of your life – you might cancel plans to go out because you feel self-conscious about the rash, or you could be up half the night because the constant itch is driving you mad. It is a common skin condition impacting one in five children and one in 10 adults, but sometimes eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis (AD), really can be unbearable. It is CBD which is of particular interest in treating eczema because it possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-itch properties.
Eczema
9 min read
The potential benefits of using CBD for skin healing
For centuries, millennia even, humans have used the Cannabis sativa plant for its plethora of potentially beneficial properties. From clothing and sustainable textiles to pain relief and relaxation, this fascinating plant certainly has many uses. But it’s the emerging medical applications which are attracting the most recent attention, as research increasingly points to their benefits.
Dermatology
8 min read
Is hemp oil good for eczema?
The exact cause of eczema is unknown, but it is thought a number of things can trigger it such as certain foods or food groups, chemical irritants, pollutants, genetics, immune dysfunction, stress, hot and cold temperatures, low humidity or dry weather and allergic reactions. Hemp oil, also known as hemp seed oil, is known to help skin conditions. Packed full of essential fatty acids, including Omega-3 and -6, and vitamins, it has been administered for some time to help reduce inflammation and improve the symptoms of people suffering from atopic dermatitis.
Eczema
7 min read
How good is CBD reducing the symptoms of rosacea?
No one likes turning red in a social situation – it can be embarrassing and hit your self-confidence where it hurts. But for rosacea sufferers, this is an all-too-regular occurrence, reducing their quality of life and making them feel self-conscious. Rosacea may be an extremely common skin condition, but it can cause deep and heavy mental anguish. The most recent research pointing to the potential effectiveness of medical cannabis options, and CBD in particular, as a treatment has thrown sufferers a welcome lifeline.
Rare Skin Conditions
6 min read
Is hemp seed oil effective for childhood eczema?
Eczema often appears in the first few months after birth and usually improves as children get older. Traditional treatments for mild cases focus on using cleansers and applying a fragrance-free moisturiser or ointment after bathing. Corticosteroids may also be used to treat inflammation and redness on the skin. Some parents prefer natural treatments over pharmaceutical options, which is where hemp seed oil can be of benefit.
Eczema
5 min read
CBD oil for eczema explained
Eczema is a common but chronic skin condition that causes suffering to millions of people around the world. It ranges in severity, but at its worst, it is characterised by its maddening and relentless itching of the skin.
Eczema
8 min read
Five useful tips when applying CBD for skin infections
Research suggests the potential antimicrobial, antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties of CBD may be a suitable treatment for a range of skin conditions. This is because CBD interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS), a complex network of transmitter and receptor cells which run throughout the brain and body, including under the skin. The ECS is involved in many critical functions including skin regulation, mood, sleep, immune system function and cardiovascular function inside cells.
Dermatology
8 min read
Is CBD cream an effective natural solution for acne?
With further clinical studies, CBD creams may yet prove to be an effective novel treatment for acne scarring, potentially offering relief for millions of sufferers worldwide. In the meantime, it’s significant to remember that prevention remains the best strategy when it comes to acne scarring – keep skin clean and clear as much as possible and resist squeezing any spots.
Acne
6 min read
Five key CBD skincare benefits
CBD skincare is big news, with hundreds of products hitting the market in recent years. The skin is the body’s largest organ and is responsible for many crucial functions, including keeping germs out and protecting the body’s internal organs from infection. It prevents loss of moisture, protects organs from UV exposure and acts as a sensory organ detecting touch. It also regulates temperature and produces vitamin D, which is critical for building bone.
Dermatology
8 min read
Six benefits of hemp cream for psoriasis sufferers
Hemp cream is a popular choice for treating psoriasis symptoms because it’s natural and shows promise in being very effective in reducing the annoyance that comes along with the condition. Though it may not help with severe symptoms, it can soothe dry skin and reduce inflammation, itching, and redness. Hemp’s health benefits stem from the fact that the oil is made almost entirely of essential fatty acids – more than 75% omega-3 and omega-6. A 2011 study suggested that topical skin creams that contain these fatty acids are potentially highly effective in treating the symptoms of psoriasis.
Psoriasis
8 min read
A vital guide to the safe dosage of CBD oil for psoriasis
Psoriasis affects around 2 in 100 people here in the UK and is characterised as a chronic, non-contagious autoimmune disease. It occurs when the body overproduces skin cells, resulting in patches of skin that are anything but ideal. These patches then often take on a dry white or red appearance, which causes itching and discomfort.
Psoriasis
7 min read
Unlocking the benefits of CBD oil for psoriasis
People living with psoriasis often use a combination of topical and oral treatments, as well as phototherapy, to ease symptoms and cope with the condition. Recent research has shown CBD oil may have a positive impact on psoriasis symptoms. From easing stress to reducing inflammation, CBD products can potentially help to improve the lives of people living with the condition.
Psoriasis
7 min read
Does CBD offer potential therapeutic benefits for acne?
CBD is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid that is naturally occurring in cannabis. CBD offers a range of potential health benefits, including acne reduction and prevention. Acne. The most common skin condition worldwide, negatively affecting the quality of life of hundreds of millions. Up to 95% of people aged between 11 and 30 are impacted in the UK, with estimates pointing to more than 9% of the total world population dealing with acne at some point in their life. With such vast numbers battling the condition, it's little wonder that the search for additional, natural remedies to help boost the efficacy rates of conventional therapies is never-ending. Leading this charge currently is CBD.
Acne
5 min read