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At Graces London, we’re a small family business who believe in the well-being and healing potential of CBD extracts from the cannabis hemp sativa plant. Our research and development team have spent the last six years researching the different cannabinoids found in cannabis, exploring different blends combining CBD oil and natural plant and essential oils to create skincare and wellness products that nourish the mind, body and soul. 

 

We have been using CBD in our products since 2016, blending it with the finest quality ingredients to make our signature CBD roll ons. We use broad spectrum CBD oil extracted from cannabis hemp sativa plants that contain less than 0.2% THC, using a CO2 supercritical extraction process. This allows us to strip cannabinoids from the plants ensuring a purer product as well as a lower environmental impact. 

 

Our CBD oil, carrier oils and essential oils come from suppliers approved by the Soil Association, and our CBD extracts are tested for quality and to provide a full cannabinoid profile. The products we create are all safety assessed, tested and made to Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP). Our products do not contain any nut oils. 

 

Cannabinoids

 

CBD is one of over a hundred plant molecules found in the cannabis hemp sativa plant, and these molecules are known as cannabinoids. Some of the main cannabinoids found in hemp and cannabis include CBD (short for cannabidiol), CBC (cannabichromene), CBG (cannabigerol), CBN (cannabinol), THCV (tetrahydrocannabivarin) and the most famous cannabinoid associated with cannabis, THC (delta-9–tetrahydrocannabinol) - although this is not yet legal in the UK without a private prescription. 

 

It’s not only the hemp plant that produces cannabinoids, many other plants do too, including cacao, black pepper, echinacea, carrots and Broccoli. And it’s not only plants that make them - we can make our own endocannabinoids. Phytocannabinoids are cannabinoids that come from plants, and endocannabinoids are made by the body through doing activities like running, dancing and singing. CBD plant molecules mimic the same cannabinoids found in the human body, making them an excellent addition to health and well-being practices. Cannabinoids act as a communicator between cells, tissue and organs, so by consuming plant cannabinoids as a food supplement, or applying CBD to the skin, we can enhance the natural wellness benefits. 

 

The endocannabinoid system

 

The endocannabinoid system (or ECS) is a signalling system in the body that’s responsible for regulating many different functions, such as metabolism, appetite, memory, immune response and lots more. With receptors located throughout the central nervous system, in the gut, the immune system, the reproductive system, the brain, connective tissue, glands and skin, the ECS has been noted as one of the most important physiologic systems involved in maintaining health and balance. This self-regulatory system was only discovered in the early 1970s and is one of the largest biological systems in the human body, and its main purpose is to create homeostasis. This is when all internal systems of the body work in synergy, responding to the external environment.

 

There are two main cannabinoid receptors found in the body: CB1 and CB2. CB1 receptors are found predominantly in the brain and nervous system. CB2 receptors are found primarily in the immune system, digestive system and many of the organs of the body.  

 

The body is also capable of making its own endocannabinoids, the first of which to be discovered was Anandamide. Hailed as the ‘bliss molecule’ after its Sanskrit namesake, anandamide is a naturally produced chemical that is linked with serotonin and euphoria, and is often associated with the buzz felt after physical activity (‘runners high’). 

 

The future of wellness

 

We believe in healing on a cellular level using ancient practices, tools and philosophies. Our multipurpose, multifunctional and multidimensional products combine natural plant power with energetic healing to support your mental, physical and spiritual well-being. All our skincare products start with the nourishing blend of hempseed oil carefully formulated with essential oils and powerful plant extracts to soothe not just the skin, but the mind, body, and soul. Hemp is at the root of all that we do, and not just for our skin. The cannabis hemp sativa plant can clothe us, feed us, house us and heal us - and heal the environment too. There is so much potential to explore in this truly powerful plant. 

 

Frequently asked questions



What is CBD?

CBD is a cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant. Its full name is cannabidiol (shortened to CBD), and it is non-psychoactive unlike its sister cannabinoid, THC. This means CBD will not get you high. 

 

What health benefits does CBD have?

CBD has been shown to have a variety of health and well-being benefits, including soothing pain, reducing inflammation, relieving symptoms of anxiety and depression, and alleviating nausea and vomiting symptoms related to some medical treatments. 

 

How does CBD help skin?

CBD has an anti-inflammatory effect on skin cells, meaning it can be helpful in reducing pain, swelling and redness from skin irritation and breakouts, as well as relieving discomfort from skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. 

 

What is broad spectrum CBD?

Our products use broad spectrum CBD oil. This means it not only contains CBD, but also traces of other non-psychoactive plant cannabinoids such as CBG, CBC and CBN. The benefits of broad spectrum oil is that all the plant cannabinoids work in synergy to increase the health and well-being effects. This is known as the ‘entourage effect’.  

 

How is CBD extracted? 

Our CBD is extracted from cannabis hemp sativa plants containing less than 0.2% THC, and we use a CO2 supercritical extraction process. CO2 is a natural gas and by using this method to strip the cannabinoids from the hemp cannabis plants, we can ensure a lower environmental impact as well as a cleaner end product from the extracted material. 

 

What are CBD carrier oils?

CBD needs a carrier oil to carry and deliver the CBD to the tissues in your body, helping it to be absorbed and processed. We use only plant-based oils from suppliers approved by the Soil Association for all our carrier oils, essential oils and plant butters. We do not use any nut oils in our products. 

 

Is the CBD tested? 

Our CBD extract is tested for quality and to provide a full cannabinoid profile. All our products are safety assessed, tested and made to Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP). 

 

What is THC?

THC (or delta-9–tetrahydrocannabinol) is the most well known of all the cannabinoids in cannabis hemp sativa, delivering the high or stoned effect commonly associated with the plant. As with many of the other cannabinoids, THC may offer some natural well-being benefits for many health conditions. THC is not yet legal in the UK, and is not included in broad spectrum CBD oil unless under the legal requirement of 0.2%. 

     


What’s the difference between hemp, cannabis and marijuana?

Cannabis, marijuana and hemp are different names for a type of flowering plant in the Cannabaceae family. The main difference between the plants is the legal status, due to how much THC is present. The cannabinoid profile varies from plant to plant, and this is what determines the different strains associated with cannabis and hemp. The word ‘marijuana’ is associated with cannabis plants that contain a high THC content with lower levels of CBD. Whereas hemp plants generally have low traces of THC and higher levels of CBD and other non-psychoactive cannabinoids like CBG.

 

What are cannabis and hemp strains?

Cannabis plants come in different varieties, mainly due to where the plants originated from. Cannabis sativa is generally found in warmer climates, cannabis indica from cooler or more mountainous regions, and cannabis ruderalis from Europe. With today’s innovative plant cultivation methods, it’s possible to create lots of different hybrid strains of the plant that have their own unique cannabinoid and terpene structure. 

 

What are terpenes?

Terpenes and Terpenoids make up the natural scent and flavour of cannabis, hemp and many other natural plants and herbs. Cannabis shares the same terpenes that are found in things like lemon, lavender, mango, black pepper, rosemary and pine, amongst others. As well as adding aroma, terpenes also have antibacterial, antifungal, pain relieving and calming properties.   

 

Is hempseed oil the same as CBD oil?

Hemp or hempseed oil is made from pressing hemp seeds into a cold-pressed oil. It’s not the same as CBD oil, and there is no CBD present in hemp seeds, although there are some well-being benefits from hemp oil. Hemp seeds are rich in linoleic acid which can be helpful in reducing bad cholesterol. 

 

What is the endocannabinoid system?

The endocannabinoid system (or ECS) is a signalling system in the body that’s responsible for regulating many different functions, such as metabolism, appetite, memory, immune response and lots more. The ECS has receptors located throughout the central nervous system, in the gut, the immune system, the reproductive system, the brain, connective tissue, glands and on our body’s biggest organ - the skin. All mammals, birds, reptiles and fish have an ECS. 

 

What are phytocannabinoids and endocannabinoids?

Phytocannabinoids are cannabinoids that come from plants such as hemp and cannabis, but they are also found in cacao, black pepper, carrots and broccoli. Endocannabinoids are cannabinoids that the body makes all by itself, through activities like running, dancing and singing. The term ‘runner’s high’ refers to the rush of endocannabinoids after activating the ECS through exercise. 



If you have any questions regarding our CBD skincare, or would like to give any feedback on our products, please contact us on info@graceslondon.com. 

We look forward to hearing from you! 

 

 




DISCLAIMER: The information contained on this site is general in nature and for informational purposes. It is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by your own doctor or other medical professional. None of the statements on this site are as a recommendation as to how to treat any disease or health related condition. If you suspect you have a disease or health related condition you should contact your health care professional. CBD cosmetic and food supplement products have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.



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