Hemp is revolutionising lifestyle like never before. Whether it's skincare and clothing or home decor and nutrition — various Indian brands are making good use of hemp. While some brands like Juicy Chemistry, The Conscious Chemist, etc use hemp as an ingredient in their range, there are a few Indian brands whose products have hemp as the protagonist. Sustainable, long-lasting, and great for the planet (and us) — here's a list of seven hemp-based brands to shop from.
7 Hemp-Based Skincare Brands You Can Shop From
India Hemp Organics
India Hemp Organics grow and use their own hemp plants to craft a range of environmentally-friendly products that you can use every day. They have a hemp seed oil that you can use topically to keep dry skin and hair problems at bay, or use it to dress your salad and make it healthier. Add 2-3 tbsp of their raw hemp protein powder to warm water, milk or smoothie. Great for boosting your metabolism we're told.
Pro-Tip: If you have a medical condition that requires hemp, you can get CBD medication from their range once you show them a prescription for the same.
Satliva
Once we took a plunge into Satliva's world, there was no going back. Known for its body butters and shampoo bars, Satliva sources its hemp from the foothills of the Himalayas. The brand makes use of cold-pressed hemp oil to produce a limited but exclusive range of skincare and haircare products. In fact, this Bangalore-based brand improves skin over regular usage. For instance, it acts on acne, dry skin, allergies, rashes, etc. Also, Satliva uses eco-friendly packaging which makes it quite a sustainable champion.
Pro-Tip: They also have a ready to cook dosa batter, and hemp chutney powder if you want to incorporate hemp into your diet without changing too much.
Cure By Design
Besides a host of health benefits that hemp provides, did you know that the plant has been scientifically proven to absorb more carbon dioxide per hectare than any other forest or commercial crop? Well, Cure By Design is tapping into these very properties of hemp to help you include this wonder seed into your daily lives. Snack on their Hemp Hearts (shelled hemp seeds) to improve your digestion and keep the most common chronic ailments at an arm's distance.
Pro-Tip: They also have hemp seed oil, as well as a calming balm specially made for your furry friends.
Noigra
Hemp is a sustainable, eco-friendly plant that is hugely beneficial for the health and well-being of our planet and us. Noigra's Cold Pressed Hemp Seed Oil has a bevy of features it can be used for. You can apply these on your hair and skin to heal, nourish or even moisturize and even for cooking, by drizzling on dips and salads. Powerhouse of Omega 3, 6 and 9, this oil. You can even use their Hemp Protein Powder for baking.
Pro-Tip: Their packaging is 100% recyclable and reusable.
Ayurvedic Essentials
Ayurvedic Essentials brings you the purest, safest and most eco-friendly hemp-based products. Their hemp skin and hair oil is what stands out. They are natural, organic and vegan, made from raw shelled hemp seeds. 1-2 tablespoons per day should do the trick. They are also known for their Hemp Protein Powder is also ketogenic and paleo-friendly as it contains the perfect ratio of essential fatty acids.
Boheco
Bombay Hemp Company (popularly known as Boheco) is a hemp-based startup. As torchbearers of sustainability, this brand has branched out into Boheco Life. At Boheco Life, you can shop for a wide range of products that are both produced and curated by Boheco. Spot Rustic Art's Cinnamon Rosemary Shampoo Butter with Hemp and then move on to Hemp Seed Oil. From skincare and haircare range to nutrition and pet care products — there's a lot for you to shop from. The brand's Hemp Seed Oil and Hemp Hearts (which is said to boost immunity and energy) are widely popular.
Pro-Tip: They formulate their products in their own lab, and it goes well beyond skincare.
Satvik Spirit
It's a while now that body oils have made a resurgence into the skincare scene, replacing heavy creams and moisturizers. Satvik Spirit boasts of a range of hemp-based body oils that nourish the skin and with their fine fragrance, elevate the mood. We love their face and body oils that come with moods like sensual, joyful, energy and serenity. Each of their oils are a blend of various oils to take care of typical skincare woes like acne. These are also hydrating and come packed with a whole load of minerals.
Pro-Tip: Buy their sample pack to try everything and see what you like before making an investment.