Questions and answers
How long does CBD skincare take to work?
Short answer: expect four to six weeks. That is roughly how long it takes for the skin to renew its outer layer. Softer-feeling skin can be noticeable within a few days, but changes in balance and sensitivity take longer.
Why does it take time?
The skin's outer layer is constantly renewing itself. In young adults a full turnover takes about four weeks, and it slows down with age. What you see in the mirror today reflects how your skin has been doing over the past few weeks.
Many people switch products after a week or two when they see no difference. Then the skin never gets the chance to show what a product actually does, and it also has to deal with a constant stream of new ingredients.
Skincare is only part of the picture. Sleep, stress, diet and season affect the skin at least as much, and can both mask and amplify the effect of what you use.
How to evaluate fairly
Take a photo every week
Same light, same time of day, no makeup. Changes are hard to see day to day but clear over a month.
Keep the routine stable
Don't add or remove other products during the test period. Otherwise you won't know what makes the difference.
Note what's happening in your life
Write down stressful weeks, poor sleep and your cycle. It often explains swings that would otherwise be blamed on skincare.
Set an end point
Evaluate after six to eight weeks. If nothing has happened by then, the product may not be right for you, and that is completely fine.
What you can expect
With a face oil, most people notice that their skin feels softer and less tight within the first few days, because the oil reduces moisture loss. That is the quick part.
Changes in how often the skin flushes, stings or gets dry take longer, and they vary from person to person. We don't promise quick results. Use the product daily, give it a month and evaluate honestly. If your skin gets worse, don't wait it out: stop and get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
Can skin get worse at first?
With gentle oils it is unusual. So-called purging is mainly linked to active ingredients such as retinol and acids. If an oil makes your skin worse, it is more likely a reaction, and you should stop.
How often should I use the products?
Two to three drops morning and evening, on slightly damp skin. TA-DA Serum can be used daily or a few times a week.
Can I stop once my skin has improved?
Yes. Your skin does not become dependent on the products. Many people continue because they like them, but you can pause whenever you want.
Sources
- Baswan SM, Klosner AE, Glynn K, et al. Therapeutic Potential of Cannabidiol (CBD) for Skin Health and Disorders. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol 2020;13:927–942.
- Oláh A, Tóth BI, Borbíró I, et al. Cannabidiol exerts sebostatic and antiinflammatory effects on human sebocytes. J Clin Invest 2014;124(9):3713–3724.
- Tóth KF, Ádám D, Bíró T, Oláh A. Cannabinoid signaling in the skin: therapeutic potential of the c(ut)annabinoid system. Molecules 2019;24(5):918.
- Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils. Int J Mol Sci 2017;19(1):70.
Article reviewed by Christopher Genberg, founder of 1753 SKINCARE.
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