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You may be wondering:
“Can anyone use a body pillow?”
Yes, anyone can. My experiences with these types of pillows led to the creation of this post.
The post includes a guide and checklist of things that every long pillow buyer should know.
So, here’s my story:
I bought my first long pillow some years ago after struggling with sleep discomforts.
Placing pillows between the thighs and behind my back to ease back pains was part of my night routine.
I would do the same with the beddings in case for some reason the pillows fell off the bed in the night.
These episodes didn’t sit well with me. The discomfort continued, and it took me quite a while to figure out that my beddings were part of the problem. As a result, my doctor prescribed some pain relievers and told me to change the pillows.
My friend who was pregnant at the time advised me to try the body pillow. I figured she meant the long pillow that stood out on her favorite sofa. That pillow had seen better days, yet she wasn’t comfortable without it.
She recommended one from a brand she loved. And I bought that pillow even though I was a little skeptical about the size thing.
To summarize, I was impressed! It was long, firm and fluffy!
And although it occupied quite a portion of my bed, it grew on me. The pillow was stationary, huggable and comfortable. It stayed in between my legs throughout the nights.
After a week or so the pain in my back and the midnight interruptions reduced.
Anyone can use a body pillow because they come in different designs to suit different needs.
After all, I got rid of my old pillows and never looked back. I stayed with that pillow for two years and disposed of after I found another one that had an arm (Don’t ask why).
I know the difficulties of window shopping, especially for any bedroom related product. I was lucky to have taken the advice from a pillow-enthusiast before purchasing one.
Combing through the net at the time for the ideal body pillow to buy was a daunting task.
But that shouldn’t be the case anymore.
In this post, I answer the questions that most people have about long pillows. These will help would-be buyers make the right decisions.
This body pillow guide includes the types of long pillow, uses, and benefits.
Let’s get started:
7 Frequently Asked Body Pillow Questions and Answers
What is a body pillow? Body pillow definition
A body pillow is a long pillow that you can comfortably hug and sometimes place between your thighs or knees.
You can buy a full body pillow whose length is around 50 inches (127 cm) and above. Or get one slightly larger than the bed pillow. The length varies depending on your preference.
Long pillows for children, petite adults, and for sitting are usually on the shorter side. Check out this body pillow reviews post if you’re interested in buying one.
What are the uses and benefits of a body pillow?
The body pillow is used for comfort and support while sleeping or sitting on a sofa. It helps you calm down and drives away insomnia, uneasiness and other anxiety symptoms.
A good long pillow placed on your favorite sleep position can reduce back and shoulder pains. You can also use the pillow as a support after a major surgery.
The pregnancy body pillow can do the above and also help reduce hip pain. The pain occurs due to poor posture, weak bones, and the extra weight that exerts pressure on joints and nerves.
And hugging a soft, manipulable pillow helps you sleep like a baby.
Where can you buy a body pillow?
You can buy this type of pillow in most bedding stores, and those that stock anime (Japanese animation) products. Most anime stores sell them in dimensions that fit their anime covers.
You can also get these pillows in most e-commerce stores that include beddings if you want to buy online.
What type of filling can you find in a body pillow?
You can find the following:
Latex, memory foam, poly fiber filling, and down plucked under the feathers of ducks or geese.
Some pillow brands use the word hypoallergenic filling that is poly fiber filling in most cases. This type of filling is without allergens that cause allergic reactions.
Memory foam filling is made of polyurethane and other chemicals.
The filling can be in shredded form or microbeads, which are tiny foam particles.
The latex filling comes from milky sap extracted from rubber trees.
The milky sap is then processed to create the foam, which is either shredded or packed in a design that identifies with the pillow brand.
Are body pillows designed for pregnant women only?
As mentioned in my story, body pillows come in a variety of designs. These accommodate different people including pregnant women. You can find unisex body pillows (pillows that all adults can use) and even shorter ones for children.
Pregnancy pillows come in shapes and designs that support the growing bodies of women during that phase of their lives.
But that doesn’t mean that they can’t be of use afterward. Some women completely switch to body pillows after using them during pregnancy.
And men aren’t left behind either. They enjoy the comfort and support that these types of pillows give.
The good thing is…..
Body pillows are versatile. You can manipulate the right one to suit your needs.
A man who side sleeps can use a good pregnancy pillow that conforms to his body for comfort.
What are these different types of body pillows?
These pillows include:
- Long pillows that most adults can use and pets too (if you have any). These come in different designs. The most common one looks like a long bed pillow.
- Pregnancy pillows that come in different shapes to accommodate the body changes that occur in pregnant women. You can find the U shaped and C shaped body pillows here.
- Children body pillows
These pillows are shorter than the long pillows and come in different child-friendly shapes and designs.
- Boyfriend pillows that are also called the snuggle pillows. These come in the shape of a man’s chest and include an arm for cuddling, perfect for those lonely nights.
- Husband pillows
Husband pillows are sitting pillows that include headrests, armrests, and lumbar sections. These pillows support your back and neck, and they’re good for reading in bed. They feature synthetic or down fillings for comfort.
These are the Japanese body pillows known as love or anime pillows. The pillows come in two sizes of 160 cm and 150 cm, the latter being the most popular. Fans of anime (Japanese animation) culture use covers/cases that feature large anime characters to personalize these pillows and also as gifts for friends.
Is a body pillow weird?
No, it isn’t weird. The weird bit may come about because of some covers that buyers use. People who aren’t familiar with the full-size images on some of the covers may find their presence unsettling.
The product is just an elongated pillow that provides you with extra comfort.
Now you know the variety of pillows that are available in the market. And you probably want to try one.
Before you make that decision take a look at this comprehensive checklist.
Body pillow checklist: 9 factors to consider
These things will help you decide if the body pillow you desire is the right one for your needs.
The nine factors are:
1. Sleep issues
If you have persistent back pains or other sleep issues, then see your doctor first.
The doctor will help you identify the source of your discomfort and give you treatment.
The doctor may advise you to change your bedding including your pillows. Now, body pillows address a variety of issues so the doctor would ask you to try one out.
Furthermore, he may also provide suggestions on the filling that would work for your condition.
2. The body pillow size
You want to get a pillow that fits your needs perfectly. If you already have the type you want in mind find out about its dimensions.
Understand that measurements like length, thickness, and height may be in centimeters, inches or feet. These measurements should give you the exact dimensions of the pillow.
Find out if you can get a customized pillow from the seller in case you don’t find your preferred size.
3. Bed and mattress size
The size of the bed matters if you are sharing because the body pillow occupies a large space.
Your mattress should be large enough to accommodate you, the pillow, and your partner.
You can find out from the seller if you aren’t sure about the pillow size and how it would interfere with space on your bed.
Remember that space is crucial in this case. A huge pillow may interfere with your comfort if it takes up most of the space on your bed.
4. Filling and sleeping position
You should consider buying a hypoallergenic pillow that is pollen and dust resistant if you are prone to allergies. Otherwise, you can choose from the different pillow fillings that are on the market.
You should consider the degree of firmness you desire in a pillow because no one size fits all. Your sleep position and medical condition (if any) should determine the thickness of the pillow.
If you are a side sleeper, you may need a firm body pillow that contours to your body for good alignment. A thin fill pillow will be your best choice if you are a stomach sleeper.
Most of all, medical conditions such as arthritis and fibromyalgia require special attention so find out from your doctor about the right filling and pillow fabric.
One more thing:
Find out if that particular filling or fabric is noisy. You don’t need another reason to stay awake at night.
5. Comfortable body pillowcases
Find out if body pillow cases are included in your purchase. Some brands include removable pillow cases that save the time and money you could have used to shop for pillowcases.
Don’t fret if they aren’t. You can buy from different online stores. You just have to get the correct measurements of your pillow and then shop around.
A fitting pillowcase with a zipper gives your bed the neat look and keeps your pillow dirt-free.
If you can’t find the right pillowcase look for one that is close to your pillow size. I personally prefer a pillowcase that is a few inches longer rather than shorter. And I also like to shop from a brand that has a variety of case colors.
A longer cover keeps your pillow clean, and you can easily tuck in the extra length.
Remember to choose pillowcases made of fabrics that are:
- Stain resistant
- Easy to use and maintain
Some of these fabrics include bamboo (blend), good quality cotton, and soft polyester (microsuede).
6. Price that fits your wallet
It all boils down to the amount you are willing to spend on your body pillow purchase. Factors such as size, filling, casing, and design affect the price range, which starts at around $15 to even more than $500.
Remember to buy a pillow that will serve your need regardless of the price. Not to mention, as College of William & Mary put it the amount you invest in beddings is worth the benefits.
7. Care and maintenance of a body pillow
Like many stuffed items, some body pillows may require a bit of fluffing up to get them into shape.
In most cases the shipped pillows that arrive in a somewhat compressed state (flat). You may be forced to place your pillow in a dryer (air-only cycle) or air it for a few days to puff it up.
When it comes to cleaning, some may be machine washable while others may only need spot cleaning.
For your peace of mind:
Find out from the seller or read reviews on the pillow’s maintenance requirements. Remember to read the care instructions when you get the pillow.
8. The body pillow weight
Some long pillows such as the memory foam pillows are usually weighty. Some can be bulky and difficult to move from one point to the next.
A long, firm pillow will in most cases be heavier than a shorter squishier pillow. So understand that length, thickness, and the filling you want will determine the heaviness of the pillow.
9. Expiry date
Yes, pillows have expiry dates.
According to WebMD.com, experts believe you should get rid of the pillows after 2 years of use.
Dust, drool, and oils get soaked in the pillows, and the fillings and casings also wear out after some time. These create breeding areas for dust mites and disease-causing bacteria.
It is important to find out about the shelf life of your choice of pillow. You can look for the expiry date details from the seller’s website, or read the reviews in blogs and online stores.
So, how would you use a body pillow?
These are some of the ways you would use a body pillow.
How to use a body pillow for side sleeping position:
Get a firm but flexible pillow that goes back into shape when not in use. It should be of a good length. Place the pillow next to you, with your knees bent shove the lower part in between your legs.
Your arm should be on the upper side that is close to your chest.
The right pillow should give you the comfort and support you need to break the turning over episodes.
How to use a body pillow for back support:
A thin, adjustable pillow would do here. You will have to make the filling around where you place your knees a little fuller. You could place an extra pillow on the same spot for more support.
Your raised knees will have support, which will result in a good spine alignment.
Using a long pillow for stomach sleeping position:
Not the best of sleeping positions, this one needs a thinner pillow than for back sleeping position. Try to concentrate a bit of the filling where your lower abdomen lies to relieve the pressure on your spine.
Using a body pillow for back and side support:
For these positions get a fluffy yet firm pillow (medium firm). Confused?
You shouldn’t be. Follow the mentioned ways, and you will be fine. The pillow should thin out when on your back, but feel firm when you’re on your side.
Last but not least, consider changing your mattress and mattress topper too. Check this mattress guide for more information. Your comfort will be short lived if you have a worn out mattress that sinks in the middle when you sleep.
A body pillow requires a firm and comfortable mattress to serve you well.
So, what other things do you think a body pillow buyer should consider?
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Superfood Options You Must Try
From blueberries, salmon, kale etc. you have probably heard them hundreds of times of what nutritional benefits they can bring. Because of the amount of health benefits that it delivers to people, it is usually considered as superfoods. As of now, there’s no official description for what a superfood means however, they are deemed to be the kind of foods which contain high amounts of the essential minerals and vitamins that our body needs.
Not only that, it can be a great source for antioxidant, a substance that is protecting our body from cell damage while preventing diseases at the same time. While there are many common foods offering such nutrients, there is also plethora of less popular and more exotic superfoods that you should consider.
Number 1. Acai – you can find this mostly in South America rainforests. Basically, acai is a small purple berry touted to be an effective supplement for anti aging as well as weight loss. This fruit contains high level of antioxidants that come in form of anthocyanins which helps in fighting cancer as well as heart disease. Not only that, it is one of the fruits containing oleic acid that’s the same heart healthy fat in olive oil.
Number 2. Goji berries – in today’s time, you are sure to find goji berries in many supermarket shelves. Well, it is not quite surprising as it contains adequate amount of vitamin C. It’s also native to Inner Mongolia and Tibet, these fruits are used by Chinese herbalists for a long time in treating poor blood circulation, boosting the immune system and so forth, which makes it qualified as a superfood.
Number 3. Cocoa powder – similar to chocolate, cocoa powder also have flavonoids that can lower blood pressure and improve the circulation of heart and brain. With almost no fat and containing 15 calories per tablespoon or less, it offers that chocolate flavor you are used to without thinking much of how it will affect your diet.
You on the other hand should read the label carefully prior to buying cocoa powder. If you want to reap all the benefits it has to offer, then it is highly recommended to pick its non-alkalized or raw version when buying one. You might like to make superfood smoothies from this as well to be able to make it tastier while enjoying its benefits.
Number 4. Seaweed – not like its land-based counterparts, these sea grown vegetables are full of omega 3 fatty acids which is able to prevent stroke and sudden heart attack. There are also plenty of other important minerals that it has such as iodine, iron, zinc etc.

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Does Garcinia Cambogia Plus Work?
Many people are skeptical about Garcinia Cambogia Plus, but the truth is that this supplement can help you lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. The benefits far outweigh any potential risks. However, you need to be aware of the potential side effects. Learn more about this supplement and how it can help you. This supplement is a great option if you are looking to lose weight quickly and easily.
Does Garcinia Cambogia Work?
Does Garcinia Cambogia Plus Work? is a supplement that claims to reduce fat in the body and help with weight loss. Although the supplement is safe, be cautious about any claims that it will reduce your weight beyond what you could expect from exercising and a lower calorie diet. Although some people have seen results, they are not always permanent. For example, Garcinia Cambogia Plus is only effective if you follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
It contains HCA, which is an ingredient that may help curb your appetite. This natural substance can enhance your serotonin levels, which are important to regulate your mood. Serotonin, a hormone that is produced in the brain, is responsible for suppressing appetite. Although this substance is not a miracle supplement, it can help curb emotional eating and increase energy levels. HCA has been shown to increase brain levels of serotonin.
There are many weight-loss supplements on the market, and no one has the right to claim that any of them are the best. To determine which ones work, new studies are required. Garcinia Cambogia studies are not very recent. Garcinia Cambogia supplements might produce modest results, according to most studies. You’ll need to do your own research to find out if Garcinia Cambogia is the right supplement for you.
HCA is the active compound in garcinia cambogia. It inhibits citrate lyase, a key enzyme in the body that converts carbohydrates to fat. This ingredient can also reduce appetite and help you eat less unhealthy foods. It may also help you lose weight. It may also increase the amount of serotonin in the brain, making your body feel full longer.
The researchers conducted a study that followed 16 weeks. The subjects were aged 20 to 65 years, with a median of 44. The study subjects were assessed at four-week intervals to see if the Garcinia Cambogia Plus supplement had any effect. The supplement can significantly aid in weight loss. This supplement is available at many health food stores and supermarkets. If you’re interested in trying it, go for it.
There are a number of benefits associated with the use of Garcinia Cambogia Plus. HCA (Hydroxycitric acid) is a powerful antioxidant that can help you lose weight. Typical dosages range from 900 to 2,800 mg per day. It should be taken on an empty stomach 30 minutes before meals. The supplement contains 50-60 percent HCA. For best results, it is best to use a tablet that contains at least 60 percent HCA.
Garcinia Cambogia’s effects on the body are still not fully understood. There is no direct evidence to support that Garcinia Cambogia causes weight loss, but some studies suggest that it is associated with improved metabolic conditions. One study found that Garcinia Cambogia reduced total cholesterol levels by 6.3% and increased HDL cholesterol by 10% in overweight and obese subjects. Another study showed that Garcinia Cambogia increased fat metabolites in the urine by 258%. It also inhibits citrate lyase, an enzyme that is responsible for metabolizing fats in the urine.
The body has been shown to reduce fat production by the compound. This could reduce the levels of triglycerides and decrease the likelihood of weight gain. Garcinia Cambogia Plus has been shown to increase energy expenditure. It may also lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Garcinia Cambogia Plus has many benefits, but there are still questions. The best way to find out if it is right for you is to get a free sample from your local health food store.
Garcinia Cambogia Plus offers many benefits. However, the best way to determine if this supplement is right for you is to follow its instructions. The product works by blocking the production of fat by the body and may even decrease your appetite. Garcinia Cambogia Plus contains a powerful ingredient called HCA. The ingredient is naturally found in the rind of the fruit. Garcinia Cambogia Plus benefits depend on how much HCA you consume and what kind of diet you eat.
There are many weight loss products on the market. However, there is no one supplement that is proven to be the most effective. The supplement can be consumed as long as you follow all instructions and take the correct amount. In addition, you should consult with your doctor before taking this product. Ultimately, a healthy diet and regular exercise are the best ways to improve your body weight. Before you try to lose weight using Garcinia Cambogia Plus, consult your doctor.
If you are curious about the side effects of Garcinia Cambogia Plus, the most important thing to do is to do a proper research. You will want to be certain that you are taking the supplement in the right way to achieve the desired results. HCA is a component of the supplement, but it is not a miracle cure for your weight problems. This supplement can also cause side effects. You should check the side effects to see if it raises your cholesterol.
Garcinia cambogia can cause mania and other side effects. Mania can be described as a state marked by euphoria and delusions. In one study, a 25-year-old man suffered from mania. The manic episode disappeared once he stopped using the supplement. This suggests that garcinia Cambogia could be a trigger for bipolar disorder.
Although garcinia cambogia may have some benefits for people with low amounts of fat, its effects are not strong. Moreover, garcinia cambogia’s HCA content may prevent the activity of an enzyme that contributes to the formation of fat cells. It may help you lose a few pounds. It may also reduce your cravings. Garcinia cambogia has a positive side effect that makes you feel happier.
Although there are no well-controlled studies, preliminary studies suggest that garcinia cambogia can be helpful in weight loss. In one study, overweight and obese participants who took garcinia cambogia extract reported losing more weight than those who took a placebo. The supplement is also being studied for its effects on exercise performance. Garcinia cambogia has been used traditionally for its ability to increase energy and improve well-being.
The ingredient hydroxycitric acid (HCA) is found in the rind of the garcinia cambogia fruit. It has been extensively studied for its weight loss properties and has been used in Asia as a condiment and food. Its side effects are unknown. The best way to improve your body weight is to exercise and eat a balanced diet. If you’re not able to exercise regularly, garcinia cambogia is not the best option for you.
Buying garcinia cambogia products online can be an excellent way to save time and money. You can order whatever you want online at any time. There are no long lines and no need to ask for assistance from store staff. You also won’t have to carry heavy shopping bags. It can be difficult to find the best quality garcinia Cambogia products, especially if this supplement is new to you. Therefore, it’s important to read customer reviews before buying.
There are many garcinia cambogia products on the market. The formulas can be very different. A good formula will have at least 50 percent HCA, and other ingredients. You can’t decide which brand is right for your needs so it’s best that you look for a product made with natural ingredients. You can buy pure garcinia cambogia from a company like Drops of Nature. It’s vegan-friendly, non-GMO, and free of additives and sugars. It also works to boost your metabolism naturally.
Garcinia cambogia has the ability to reduce appetite, which is one of its key benefits. This is helpful for people suffering from obesity and hyperlipidemia. The fruit is rich in hydroxycitric acids and other nutrients, such as anthocyanisides, vitamin C, and vitamin A, which help with weight loss. Garcinia cambogia is also rich in Choline, which contributes to the normal metabolism of fat. Choline and Chromium are important for maintaining blood glucose levels and promoting the production of energy.
However, the supplement does have a few drawbacks. It has been linked to liver injury in certain people and may interact with drugs. Some people should avoid garcinia cambogia products if they have a history of liver disease, hyperthyroidism, or rhabdomyolysis. Garcinia cambogia is not safe for those with hepatitis A or B.


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It shows your lifestyle, attitude towards yourself, your success, bad habits as well as happiness and exhaustion. We all know that a healthy lifestyle is the main key to a good health, but sometimes we forget that skin also needs the same treatment and attention in order to be beautiful and glowing. Our skincare line “Reparative” is all about simplicity - it doesn’t have artificial and often redundant ingredients just to make your cream last longer on the shelf. It has everything your skin needs without the unnecessary long-list of components.
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Facial care line Reparative - Love Yourself More was founded in 2017. The founder of the brand is Ingrīda Pulvere - aesthetic beauty and massage specialist who is also kwown as Daiļotavas hostess and a published author of the book "Gribu Apprecēties". Our studio's priority is to achieve beauty and health with non-invasive methods - mechanical and physiological. In her studies Ingrīda uses various massage techniques to effectively help clients.
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Thioctic acid or alpha lipoic acid is a naturally occurring component that is mostly known and researched for its anti-oxidative effect. Every day our skin is exposed to various harmful factors from the environment (UV light, pollution). These harmful factors create free radicals that cause premature ageing. Thioctic acid is one of the strongest antioxidants known to us!
It is found in various food products (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, beets) as well as in our body in order to fight cell damage. As we grow older, thioctic acid levels in our body decline just like the levels of UREA.
Research has proved that sufficient amount of thioctic acid works as:
Another thing that should be accounted for is that thioctic acid, unlike other anti-aging products (such as retinol and glycolic acid peelings that irritate the skin) is made for SENSITIVE skin!
Urea or carbamate. It sounds a bit complicated and like something to do with urine or urine therapy and to be honestly it is not far from the truth..However urea is the end product of our body's proteins, that we mostly discharge through sweat and urine.
Thanks to the scientific accomplishments, urea that can be used in dermatology is synthesised in laboratories. It is a fantastic product that moisturizes and rehydrates skin while softly peeling it at the same time (depending on the concentration, the higher the percentage, the more strongly the skin is peeled).
Skin contains a natural moisturising factor or NMF, which contains of amino acids, glycerol, nitric pyroglutamic acid salts and 7-8% UREA. These are all hygroscopic (moisture absorbing) molecules that are necessary for healthy, well-functioning and moisturised top layer of the skin. As people age the amount of natural moisturisers in their skin declines, including the amount of urea, and therefore tiny horizontal wrinkles start showing and the skin dries out.
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Yes, our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub is the perfect product to combat scalp flakiness. It works by combining physical exfoliants: Coconut Shell powder and enzymatic exfoliants AHAs and BHAs to dissolve flakes. Volcanic Ash absorbs excess oil which can cause dandruff by clumping together loose skin cells. Piroctone Olamine battle bacteria that causes dandruff.
Here's the list of Scalp Scrub ingredients:
Aqua (Water), Alcohol Denat., Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Stearyl Alcohol , Polyquaternium-37, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate, Distearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate, Pumice, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Powder, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Piroctone Olamine, Polyquaternium-11, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Shell Powder, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mannitol Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, Carbon Black, Lactose, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Coffea Robusta Seed Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Bran Extract, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Charcoal Powder, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate Algin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Bisulfite, Benzyl Alcohol Limonene, CI 19140 (Yellow No.5), CI 42090 (Blue No 1)
We recommend washing out the scalp scrub by massaging under warm water. To remove any final residue and impurities following up with shampoo and then a conditioner is recommended.
It's very easy!
✯ Apply on damp hair before shampooing
✯ Part your hair and apply directly to the scalp along the hairline
✯ Repeat across the head
✯ Massage into the scalp
✯ Rinse thoroughly with warm water and shampoo after
Our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub uses fine Coconut Shell powder and AHAs and BHAs which will delicately remove excess oils, toxins, and flakes. Our formula is gentle enough to use once a week with hair tape extensions and is great to remove any build-up between your bonds to ensure you have a healthy scalp.
We would recommend to patch test on a discrete section of your hair before use to ensure you are happy with the results before applying over the whole head.
Of course not! We use a combination of ultra-fine coconut shell powder that gently buffs away dry skin and a combination of AHAs from Pineapple enzymes and BHA from Salicylic Acid to lightly dissolve flakes, excess oil and other toxins. The product has been designed to be suitable for even the most sensitive scalps. If you think that the scrub is still rough for your scalp, we recommend avoiding massaging your scalp and let the AHA and BHA work.
A scalp scrub is an essential step in any hair care routine. We are being exposed to more pollution in the environment, dying our hair more, or relying on dry shampoos to extend the time between hair washes. A Scalp Scrub can reset your scalp and roots back by dissolving all the toxins, product build-up and excess oil that accumulates weighing hair down and making it look limp and lifeless. Try it and see for yourself the difference a Scalp Scrub can have in your routine!
Yes, our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub is coloured hair friendly. We recommend using Like a Virgin Hair Masque after to nourish and strengthen your hair.
Our Scalp Scrub combines natural Balinese botanicals like volcanic ash, coconut, BHA and AHA’s from pineapple to dissolve flakes, excess oils, and hair product residue that can clog hair follicles. Fortified with caffeine our formula will stimulate the scalp to strengthen roots and promote hair growth. Expect bouncier, thicker, super-clean hair, and a healthy scalp to go with it.
Our materials are sourced from all over the world. We use the best ingredients from the best suppliers all over the globe in order to create the best product for you!
We recommend using this product 12 months after opening.
The formula contains ingredients that help with flaking, redness and itchiness of the scalp but we do not recommend using it on broken skin. In case of any skin disorders on the scalp please speak to your Dermatologist or Trichologist before use.
Yes, our formula is suitable for sensitive scalps. We recommend patch testing before use.
Yes, this is completely normal, this is the formula getting to work! If tingling persists wash out with warm water immediately.
Each use is about 15ml - 30ml depending on the scalp area where it is applied. In a bottle with 150 ml, there is approximately 5-10 uses. If you use the scrub 2 times a week, it will last approximately 2 months.
Curly girls, we've got you! Our products are designed for all hair types and this is no different. Damp your hair before shampooing, part and apply directly to the scalp along the hairline using the applicator. Repeat across the head then massage into the scalp. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and shampoo.
The Deep Clean Scalp Scrub Applicator is the perfect partner to our Scalp Scrub. Part the hair using the tapered side, then flip over and apply the scrub directly on the silicone head and smooth along the hairline. Apply across the whole head then massage!
Yes! Our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding woman.
Yes, we recommend first applying the Scalp Scrub to the scalp and roots then applying the Hair Masque to the lengths and ends. This will not only give you super clean hair but will nourish your strands making them shiny and look more healthy.
Yes, we recommend applying the product to damp hair and scalp. For best performance, ensure the product is applied directly to the roots to absorb any excess oil, toxins, and impurities for super-clean results.
Yes, our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub is 100% biodegradable. We do not use microbeads or other exfoliants that do not break down over time.
You’re addicted to your body scrub, and exfoliating your face is one of your favourite hobbies. But, if you think you know scrubbing? Think again. There’s a new scrub in town – the scalp scrub – and it’s about to become your next obsession!
From fewer flakes, dandruff, grease and product build-up to ultra-clean, super-shiny, healthy strands, here’s why your haircare routine needs a scalp scrub. STAT! And don’t worry, impatient beauties… We’re about to launch one that’ll blow your mind!
A flaky scalp’s BFF
Just like the skin on your face and bod, your scalp needs a little exfoliating love – especially if you’re prone to dryness, itching or a shoulder-dusting of flakes! A scalp scrub, specifically our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub, helps to remove dead skin cells and boost cell turnover, while detoxifying and stimulating the scalp.
As hero ingredient Balinese volcanic clay draws out impurities, coconut shell powder and bamboo physically exfoliate, and AHAs and BHA help turn over dead skin cells while combating oiliness and build up.
Meaning? Not only will you benefit from less scalp irritation and cleaner, shinier, stronger hair – you’ll finally be able to pull your black clothing out of storage!
Removes excess oil
As well as tackling dryness and dandruff, the Coco & Eve Deep Clean Scalp Scrub makes short work of cleaning up an oily mop. With a powerful combo of hydroxy acids and volcanic ash, it quickly removes excess sebum and balances the scalp. Without causing dryness.
And provides hydration where it’s needed
While a greasy ‘do is a definite don’t, a dry, itchy scalp is no fun, either. The last thing you want, therefore, is an aggressive treatment that will rob your scalp and hair of moisture and exacerbate any itching. Especially if you’re struggling with dandruff.
With a nourishing blend of coconut oil, pineapple, grape and passionfruit, the Deep Clean Scalp Scrub keeps heads happy by moisturising as it deep cleans. And if that’s not enough to make you smile? It also smells so good you’ll think you’ve died and gone to day spa heaven!
Your hair will feel – and look – ultra clean and fresh
It’s a bit of a B that you use a bunch of products to make your hair look its best but, over time, product build up only leaves it looking dull, lifeless and weighed down! Thankfully, used just once a week before shampooing, our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub does an unBalievable job of removing the gunk and returning strands to their cleanest, glossiest virgin state!
Want volume? Try a scalp scrub
Removing excess oil and product build up doesn’t just defeat dullness, it helps restore volume and movement to limp-looking, weighed-down locks. So, get scrubbing!
Feels unBalieveably good!
Aside from the amazing results of a scalp mask, part of its appeal is also that is just feels so darn good to use! As you massage in our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub (who doesn’t go coconuts for a scalp massage?!), you’ll feel a delicious cooling tingle from the Peppermint essential oil. It’s the perfect morning pick-me-up!
Actually soothes your scalp
You might think a scalp scrub will irritate a greasy, dry or dandruff-prone scalp. But, as long as you choose the right formula, it won’t! Our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub is free from harsh physical scrubbing beads and exfoliates thanks to gentle, biodegradable physical exfoliants (Balinese volcanic ash, coconut shell powder, bamboo) and the micro-exfoliating action of AHAs and BHA. Plus, that peppermint we mentioned? Super soothing.
Supercharges your haircare
Just like exfoliating your face allows greater absorption of your serums, exfoliating your scalp preps your strands to get more benefit from your shampoo, conditioner, and hair treatment. By removing any excess oil and impurities, you’re enabling your deep cleansed scalp and hair to soak up any nourishing, hydrating or restorative ingredients more efficiently.
Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp
If you want long, strong hair, you need to start with a strong foundation. And that means a healthy, happy scalp! By cleansing, exfoliating, detoxifying and nourishing the scalp, you’re actually creating the very best environment for hair growth.
Also in our scalp-loving formula, coffee extract adds a little extra stimulation, encouraging blood flow to help support long locks!
Powered by the most effective Balinese tropical ingredients, our Deep Clean Scalp Scrub is an intense, once-weekly pre-shampoo treatment to remove product and oil build up and assist with dryness and flakiness, leaving you with the cleanest and healthiest hair of your life!


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Facial oils have honestly been the biggest discovery of my skincare journey for me. The right facial oil keeps my combination skin hydrated and nourished without being greasy or heavy. I was recently on the market for a new facial oil, and the Plum Grape Seed & Sea Buckthorn Glow Restore Face Oils Blend had always intrigued me, so I finally picked it up. Here are my thoughts after using this face oil for several weeks.
Summer is the season of face mists galore! Who doesn’t like a spritz of cooling hydration on a sweltering hot day? I know I do! Which is why I have stocked up on face mists, and today I am going to review the Plum Grape Seed & Sea Buckthorn Nutriplenish Face Mist for all of you. Read on to find out my thoughts on this product!
Simple Skincare has become one of my favourite brands in a short span of time because I can blindly trust its products to be supremely gentle yet effective. Come summer and I need a face wash that is soothing yet great at removing dirt and grime from my skin. The Simple Kind To Skin Refreshing Facial Wash caught my eye when I was looking for such a product. Here are my thoughts on this face wash after using it for several weeks.
The Simple Kind To Skin Micellar Cleansing Water is a product that has received much love ever since its launch in the UK. This micellar water claims to remove all traces of makeup while being gentle and nourishing to the skin. Now that Simple skincare products are available in India on Nykaa.com, I had to test it out. So have I finally found a dupe for my favourite BioDerma micellar water? Read on to find out!
Isn’t it amazing to find an Indian skincare brand that is cruelty-free and all about using organic, natural ingredients? Today I will be talking about one such upcoming brand that has a promising line-up of skincare products for all skin types. I have been using the Belle Organique skincare range for oily/combination skin for a number of weeks now and here are my thoughts on their face wash, scrub, and face cream.
I have been meaning to try Tamanu Oil ever since Bhumika from makeupandsmiles.com wrote a post about the benefits of this oil as a skincare ingredient. When I spotted that Vaunt, one of my recent favourite skincare brands, had brought out a Tamanu and Cranberry Seed Face Oil, I had to try it out. I have been using this facial oil for several weeks now and here is what I think about this product so far.Read More »
Plum recently launched two new variants of their body butters and also had a BOGO offer running on these. The new fragrances that they launched are Creme Caramel and Berry Sorbet, and they also repackaged their original fragrances which were Fig & Vanilla and Wild Cherries & Kiwi. I picked up the Creme Caramel and the Wild Cherries & Kiwi variants and have been loving both these body butters to bits. Here is why –Read More »
Face mists seem like a simple skincare product, it’s just water in a bottle right? Actually, no, not only can a good face mist hydrate the face, it can also shrink your pores and improve the overall health of your skin. Vaunt Skincare is a new skincare brand that emphasizes on clean and effective ingredients to restore the natural beauty of the skin. Here is how the Vaunt Watermelon and Seaweed Face Mist fared for me.
The Vaunt Watermelon and Seaweed Face Mist contains the freshness of watermelon, the anti-oxidant properties of seaweed and the healing properties of grape seed and witch hazel. It has a refreshing citrusy scent and provides an instant boost of hydration to the skin and wakes it up in the morning or at the end of a tiring day. It can be used for freshening up the skin as a face mist and can also be used as a toner to shrink the pores or as a makeup setting spray.
This product is extremely nourishing and gentle and will suit even those with sensitive skin. Another great thing about this product is its fantastic spray nozzle which provides a fine and even mist of product to the face. It makes using this face mist an absolute pleasure and my skin loves this as much as I do.
Overall, this product is helping my skin a lot in soldiering through the cold and dry weather by providing some much-needed moisture and glow to my face and its unclogging properties have helped in controlling my breakouts too. If you are in the market for a mild, refreshing, and effective face mist then you must pick up this gem from Vaunt Skincare. Priced at INR 575 for a 100ml bottle, it will be gentle on your pocket too!
A change in weather can drastically impact the needs of your skin and it is crucial to adapt your skincare to these needs. As the mercury has dropped in this part of the world and the wind has become chilling and dry, my skin has been craving for gentle hydration. This is why I have started using the Dr. Belmeur Daily Repair Foam Cleanser from The Face Shop to cleanse my face without stripping it dry. Read on to find out why this face wash is perfect for the nippy weather.
The Dr. Belmeur Range by The Face Shop is especially curated for sensitive skin, and contains mild plant-based ingredients. The Daily Repair Foam Cleanser is a translucent gel with a pH of 6, which is slightly acidic and helps with maintaining the acid barrier of the skin. It produces a decent amount of foam to cleanse the skin but not too much. It has a mild medicinal-herbal scent which does not linger and is free of any irritants such as perfume. The formula also does not contain some of the notorious nasty additives, such as parabens, synthetic pigments, mineral oil, benzophenone-3, animal-derived ingredients, propylene glycol and talc. The product claims to cleanse while hydrating and soothing dry and sensitive skin.
My skin is usually combination to oily, but it feels quite dehydrated during winters. This face wash is perfect for my skin at the moment because it gets rid of the oil and dirt without making my skin feel dry. I usually get a few red patches on my skin right after washing my face with any cleanser, but this does not happen with this face wash. The formula is super gentle and leaves the skin feeling baby soft and smooth, and the results last all day long. It also provides a subtle glow to the face right from the first wash.
Although this face wash is a bit pricey (INR 900 for a 150ml tube), it will last you a long time and is worth the investment for those with extremely sensitive skin. In my opinion, it will work for both dry and oily skin because it hydrates without making the skin greasy or shiny. This face wash is definitely going to be a winter staple for me and I cannot recommend it enough to all those who are experiencing cold and dry winters at the moment!
I have been hearing a ton of praises about Organic Harvest products from a number of bloggers but had not gotten around to trying any of their products until I picked up their Happy Lips Pomegranate Lip Care recently. We all tend to pay a lot of attention to the ingredients of skincare products these days but often don’t pay much regard to what we apply on our lips. What attracted me to this product was that its primary ingredient is organic certified lanolin wax, which is extremely effective at healing chapped lips. So, here is my review of how this lip balm fared for me.
The Organic Harvest Happy Lips Pomegranate lip balm comes in a cute dome shaped deep pink jar. I am personally a huge fan of dome shaped lip balms because they are very easy to apply and less messy than twist-up sticks or lips balm pots. The balm itself is clear and looks slightly off-white in the jar. The formula is thick and nourishing but glides very easily on the lips and gets absorbed within seconds. Despite being extremely rich, the lip balm does not look crusty or cakey and does not give an ugly white cast to the lips. It is completely transparent and provides a nice shine to the lips while making them feel extremely pampered and moisturised.
The product is an excellent example of clean skincare – it doesn’t contain any parabens, mineral oil or animal ingredients. A purely plant-based product, without any colour and with added food grade pomegranate flavour that tastes delish, this lip balm is literally all that you could ask for. Priced at INR 199, it is slightly pricey, but considering its efficacy, I am willing to spend that little bit extra on this product. I am definitely happy with my first impressions of Organic Harvest and will be trying out many more products from the brand in the future. This is definitely going to be my go-to lip balm brand for the coming months because they have so many variants to choose from. Do try out this lip balm and trust me, you will not regret it!
Has the monsoon humidity clogged up your pores yet? Yes? Time to stock up on some clarifying face masks and the one that I am loving lately is the Plum Green Tea Clear Face Mask. While I do love all my charcoal face masks, I sometimes feel that they are a bit too strong and a bit too trying to be used too often, which is when I reach for this product instead. Read on to find out my thoughts on the product.
This face mask has the signature green tea scent of the Plum green tea range. The formula is in the form of an extremely smooth and creamy mud mask. It glides on the skin and instantly provides a soothing, slightly cool sensation. For a detoxifying mask, this one is pretty mild, even though it clarifies the skin really well, making it perfect for those with slightly sensitive skin.
I leave this product on for almost 10-15 minutes, and by this time the mask dries up completely like a mud mask should and feels slightly “stretchy” on the skin. Upon washing off the product, my face looks visibly brighter and glowy and completely non-greasy.
What I love about this product is how gentle it is despite being able to pull out all the gunk from my pores. After a tiring day, it pumps back some life into my skin while calming it down and is also an excellent product for prepping the skin for a special event where you want to glow from within. The formula contains clay to soak up the excess oil, glycolic acid to exfoliate and brighten the skin, and green tea extracts to control acne – a perfect concoction for my skin type which is combination to oily and acne-prone.
Priced at INR 490 for a 60 gm jar, this product is quite affordable for what it does and is something that I am thoroughly enjoying in the humid weather. If you are someone who does not prefer masks that tingle and stretch the skin too much, I am sure you will love this one. Also, the fact that it is a vegan, cruelty-free product makes me favour it over others that are not. A must-have for the monsoons in my opinion!
So Plum has recently been in the news for all the right reasons. It has now been approved by PETA for being cruelty-free and vegan, another feather added to the brand’s cap for providing clean and no-nonsense skincare at affordable prices. One of their excellent products for summer is the Plum Hello Aloe Ultra Lite Day Lotion, which I will be reviewing for all of you today.
The Plum Ultra Lite Day Lotion contains the goodness of aloe vera and Vitamin E and provides hydration without being heavy or greasy. For the longest time, I thought that this product is an aloe vera gel, which is why I never purchased it. However, when I received a free sample of this product with my order, I was pleasantly surprised to find out that this is actually a cream based product, which I personally prefer during the day, and the SPF 20 makes it perfect for summers. Texturewise, I would say that it is somewhere in between a lotion and a cream, it is creamier than the Plum Green Tea Lotion but is not greasy, and should be suitable for dry to normal skin.
As claimed by the brand, the product is indeed very gentle on the skin and is therefore suitable for those with sensitive skin. While aloe vera gel on its own is ideal for oily skinned people, the incorporation of the ingredient in this particular formula allows dry-skinned people to enjoy the benefits of aloe vera, which is very innovative in my opinion. Also, since I have a sample of the product, I got a tube, but the actual packaging of the full-sized product is in the form of a bottle with a pump which makes it completely utilitarian.
Overall, I do not have anything negative to say about this product at all. If you are someone who enjoys light-weight skincare which is not laden with chemicals then this lotion will definitely become your favourite. So do try out this product and let me know how it worked for you!


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MORLIFE Alkalising Greens Acai Raspberry is the naturopath formulated solution to wellness, in the form of a comprehensive green powder supplement designed to alkalise and support your body.
Alkalising Greens® is supercharged to give you the very best combination of potent alkalising ingredients, making Alkalising Greens® the ideal solution to help support the all critical, acid-alkaline balance within the bodyϮ.
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†This food is not a sole source of nutrition and should be consumed in conjunction with a healthy, varied diet, active lifestyle and an appropriate exercise program. Not suitable for children under 15 years of age or pregnant women. Should only be used under medical or dietetic supervision.
Mix 10g (1 heaped teaspoon) of Morlife Alkalising Greens® into water, juice, smoothies or food. Can be used up to four times daily. For first time users, start with 1 tsp. a day and gradually increase. Suitable for vegans & vegetarians.
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To put it into perspective, the traces of gluten found in the would equal about 0.07mg of gluten per serve, compared to something like 1 average slice of whole wheat bread, which has about 4800mg! That means a single slice of bread is about 70,000x higher in gluten than a serve of Alkalising Greens®.
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Alkalising Greens® is classified as a Formulated Supplementary Sports Food (FSSF), which allows us to include beneficial ingredients like L-Glutamine and Minerals. Legally, to be a FSSF, you must include those warning statements on your product.
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What is a luminal metabolism meter? What is your metabolism?
Lumen Is the world’s first handheld portable device that accurately measures metabolism.
It provides your daily personalized nutrition and dietary plans, as well as other insights and advice. sleepThrough, workouts, meal timing, and connected apps.
Simply put, your metabolism is the process by which your body converts the calories you ingest into energy.
Most often associated with a particular rate, it is often referred to as fast, high, slow, or low metabolism.
Many factors, such as age, height, weight, and body composition, affect low and high metabolic rates.
How do Lumen devices work?
Lumen It’s a sleek tube-shaped drinking detector-and all you have to do is breathe into it and the device does the rest.
It is designed to improve the flexibility of your metabolism, which is your body’s ability to exchange carbohydrates and fats and use the right energy sources at the most effective times.
You will be asked to breathe into the tube several times a day so that different samples of different times are available.
The device collects breaths and sends the data to the app. The app uses breathing measurements and several algorithms to tell you if you are using fat or carbohydrates for your energy.
This device works by detecting the level of carbon dioxide (CO2) that you are breathing. Exhaling high levels of CO2 means you’re burning carbs, while low levels mean you’re burning fat instead.
It is identified using five numerical spectra. The number 1 means you are burning fat, 2 is mainly fat, 3 is a mixture of 2 major nutrients, 4 is mainly carbohydrates and 5 is carbohydrates.
Lumen says that for optimal health, you need to measure 1 or 2 when you wake up. This means that your body is good at burning carbs overnight during sleep and has begun to burn fat stores.
For postprandial measurements, you would ideally want to see 4 or 5. This indicates that your body is running out of the carbohydrates you just ate.
After 2 weeks of use, lumens show a flex score of 1-21 depending on metabolic flexibility. 1 is the lowest. The higher the number, the better, and your goal is to improve the number over the course of the week, and you follow the advice given.
The diet plan aims to improve this score.
Ultimately, the higher your score, the better your body and health in using the right energy sources.
What time of the day should I use lumens?
Is recommended to use Lumen The best device in the morning. Based on what your reading is, the app will advise you on how much carbs, protein, and fat you should eat that day.
You will also be asked to enter the amount of exercise you will be doing each day. So it’s important to be honest about this, as this will affect the recommendations you have been given!
Over time, the recommendations will also be influenced by the data you provided the day before.
It is also advisable to use the device again after eating a meal. This will give you an idea of how effectively your body is using the carbohydrates you have just ingested.
Can Lumen Devices Help You Lose Weight?
Yes, if you pay attention to it-if used correctly, Lumen The device can help your weight loss goal.
As in most cases Fitness Aide, it’s a matter of consistency and accountability. The device itself encourages you to make food choices that allow your body to deprive those inaccessible fat stores of energy, and a healthier diet with less carbs and less fat. I advise you to eat. However, there is a minor issue with following device recommendations. it’s up to you.
When you first get your device and download the app, you will be asked to select the purpose for which you want to use the gadget and be able to determine your goals.
You can choose from metabolic health, which is to improve your general health and metabolic flexibility, and nutrition-based fitness performance to improve your exercise and healthy weight loss.
How much does a lumen device cost?
You can buy you Lumen As part of one of a variety of packages, including access to integrated apps for different time periods.
Today, all of these packages are available at the best possible price. Sale On, that is, you can expect to pay £ 249 for the device and 6-month tracking (using the app), £ 299 for the 12-month truck, and £ 499 for the premium 12-month truck.
Conveniently, Lumen also offers a money-back guarantee. Therefore, if you are not 100% satisfied after using it for 30 days, you can return the lumen and get a full refund. I have no questions. You can try it without taking any risks.
When the paid month expires, the cost of using the app will be £ 25 per month. If you want to continue using your device, you will need to continue paying for the app.
What else helps me get healthy?
There are many ways you can help improve your general health and fitness.
Metabolism tracking in the palm
- Smooth and compact design
- iOS and Android apps
- Golden CO2 sensor
- Travel case
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The issue centres on Indivior’s Suboxone product, an alternative to methadone that treats people with addictions to alcohol or drugs, such as heroin.
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cbd legal militaryDecember 15, 2021
“Military members should not confuse the prevalence of such products with their legality,” Oates said. “Soldiers are prohibited from using hemp products of any sort, whether or not they have been legalized in certain jurisdictions.”
Her remark is in reference to products containing cannabidiol extract, or CBD, which have exploded in popularity as a result of aggressive civilian advertising that touts their benefits as pain relievers, stress reducers, depression inhibitors and more.
“Summing up this discussion, I think it’s all about informing our military community about these products and asking them to be mindful of their potential impact on someone’s career,” Oates said.
According to CBD-product manufacturers, the key hemp-plant-based ingredient is “non-psychoactive,” which means the consumer won’t experience the “high” of typical THC found in cannabis. The disparity in that claim, from the DOD’s perspective, is found in the federal guidelines that say a product is federally legal if it contains less than 0.3 percent Tetrahydrocannabinol, meaning the THC is still present.
Hemp oil and cannabidiol are one in the same. The array of delivery methods include, but are not limited to, gummy chews, cigarettes and vape pens, oils and skin creams, and sleep medications. CBD is frequently used in personal care treatments at nail salons and by some massage therapists.
As for the number of aches and ailments the oil is said to decrease, there is little scientific evidence to support it, according to the popular health information website webmd.com. However, research into hemp-derived medication continues to increase following the FDA’s approval of the CBD drug Epidiolex for the treatment of two rare forms of epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.
FORT LEE, Va. – “Regardless of its widespread availability, it’s a federally prohibited substance and, therefore, illegal within the DOD workforce,” stated Katina Oates, the Army Substance Abuse Program manager here.
An excerpt from Army Regulation 600-85, dated July 23, 2020, reads as follows: “The use of products made or derived from hemp (as defined in 7 USC. 1639o) … regardless of the product’s THC concentration, claimed or actual, and regardless of whether such product may lawfully be bought, sold and used under the law applicable to civilians, is prohibited.”
The market also has been largely unregulated, so nobody can say whether ingredient labels are true to actual cannabis levels. In a recent study of 84 CBD products, 69 percent had higher levels of cannabiol than specified.
Furthermore, with no Federal Drug Administration oversight of the production of CBD products, “there is an increased risk of potential injury related to ingesting potential molds, pesticides and heavy metals,” the Army News article advised.
“CBD is everywhere,” a recently released Army News article pointed out. “You would be hard-pressed to enter any pharmacy, mega-mart or health food store and not find it on the shelves. CBD can even be purchased online from the comfort of your couch.”
Due to CBD being both unregulated and often containing small amounts of THC, the DOD still considers it to be an “illicit drug,” and its use as unauthorized by service members and government civilians, the Army News article warned.
The other uniformed services have similar regulations prohibiting CBD’s use. There are federal workforce restrictions that apply to government civilians as well – further details are available on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website, samhsa.gov.
“Given the DOD and Army’s stance on this subject,” she continued, “there is no room for interpretation if it causes someone to test positive during a random drug test. Think of it as a health issue as well. Part of my office’s responsibility is to inform the community about the risk of using a chemical substance that could be harmful because it lacks oversight and full FDA approval.”
Urinalysis testing is particularly controversial. Observed tests—meaning that someone is watching while the sample is produced—can re-traumatize sexual assault survivors or prove impossible for people suffering from paruresis (the inability to urinate in the presence of others). Urine tests are also fairly easy to cheat, and are often unreliable. They also cannot indicate whether or not someone has a substance use disorder, nor can they measure work performance. Nonetheless, drug test results are often misused to gauge both.
It continues that CBD products are unregulated and unreliable, and therefore have the potential to contain more THC than the consumer might believe. It also states that these products have the potential to cause a THC-positive result on a urinalysis test, and that “since it is not possible to differentiate between THC derived from legal hemp products and illicit marijuana … the use of hemp products could effectively undermine the Department’s ability to identify illicit THC use.”
“It could [cause a THC positive]. In most cases I think it would not, but it could, and you could test positive from taking CBD with that low amount of THC even if you weren’t getting any sort of high or intoxication or THC effect,” said Marino, adding, “It should not mess with a standard urine drug screen.” Other experts commenting for a Vice story agreed that while it was possible THC could accumulate and cause a positive drug test, most standard detection thresholds would prevent this from happening.
“I get why they say it. With a full spectrum product that says ‘CBD only,’ an active-duty member can go and take a bottle thinking it’s only CBD, and then it has THC,” said Joshua Littrel, an Air Force combat veteran and the founder of Veterans for Cannabis, a company that lobbies for the rights of military members to access cannabis while also selling its own line of CBD products.
“[But] for the military to say there’s no way to guarantee that no THC is in it, that’s inaccurate,” he told Filter . “We have a CBD-only product developed specifically for active-duty members and those employees in drug testing positions… it’s made from isolate. When you isolate a molecule, the only thing in the molecule is that molecule itself.”
To give some idea of the scale of this issue, the US military employs around 1.3 million people, while 14 percent of US adults polled say they use CBD products.
“The Department of Defense could … get approved providers,” suggested Littrel as a solution to the issue of the unreliable CBD market. “But they’re not willing to have a conversation. That’s really unfortunate.” He urged those who support the use of CBD to contact their senators and urge them to support Gabbard’s amendment.
A surprising substance has been stirring quiet controversy within the United States military community this year. The use of cannabidiol (CBD) — one of the main active ingredients of cannabis, widely touted for offering a host of potential medical benefits without the “high” of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — is being contested, as legislators work to overturn a ban on CBD use by active-duty military personnel.
For the Department of Defense, however, the issue seems to be less about CBD’s potential efficacy or inefficacy, and more about whether or not a member’s use of a CBD product could interfere with the department’s ability to gauge and monitor drug use.
“In the military, the biggest thing is, when you get an injury, it’s getting back in the fight—how quickly can you get back on your feet, get back in the fight, and take retaliation back on the enemy?” said Littrel. “If CBD can help our active-duty members return to service quicker, why in the world do we not allow that?”
The DoD states that these products have the potential to cause a THC-positive result on a urinalysis test.
“If somebody pissed hot or whatever, they would get nonjudicial punishment … and we would have a conversation with their commander as to how to move forward. Something like pot, I don’t think anybody would have gotten kicked out,” Curci recalled, cautioning that the culture and responses could have changed since he left the military.
There is some truth to the Department’s statement. Besides the prescription pharmaceutical Epidiolex, approved to treat a severe seizure disorder, CBD products are generally not FDA-regulated. In fact, it is illegal to even market them as a supplement, a category that has faced criticism for its already-lax regulatory standards.
In addition to the general DoD ban, several branches of the military have issued their own rules governing the use of CBD products. This includes directives from the Navy that specifically target topical hemp products like shampoo, lotion and lip balm.
Many experts sound caution, however. “The research [on the health benefits of CBD] is kind of lacking. There’s not a lot of good evidence for different conditions, but that’s not saying it doesn’t do anything,” Ryan Marino, an emergency medicine physician and toxicologist practicing in Ohio, told Filter. “The human body has CBD receptors within the nervous system, so it totally makes sense that it does something. I think high doses is where we will see effects … A few years from now, there will probably be more evidence saying CBD does things for other conditions.”
The DoD memo opens with the statement that “Substance misuse by Service members is a safety and readiness issue, and the Department must remain vigilant in addressing emerging threats, including those that come from new products and sources.”
In late July, the House of Representatives passed an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would prevent the Secretary of Defense from issuing a blanket ban on the use of CBD in the military. Should this provision survive the next iteration of the bill and pass the Senate, it would work to countermand a policy enacted by the Department of Defense (DoD) in February, which prohibits the use of any hemp products by active and reserve military members.
Littrel also noted a host of health benefits he believes CBD offers, including the reduction of inflammation and anxiety, which could be particularly useful to active-duty military members and veterans. While CBD has only been approved for medical use in the US for certain seizure disorders, people who use and sell the products report health benefits ranging from pain relief to reducing anxiety and depression, treating opioid addiction , and even stopping the spread of cancerous tumors .
DoD’s February memo directed that criminal provisions for use of hemp products be added to the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). It specifically notes that this includes CBD.
“This [CBD ban] seems very misguided,” added Marino. “If they really have [drug testing and problematic drug use] concerns, they should be working on these concerns instead of preventing military members and US service members from having the shampoo they want or taking a CBD gummy.”
Mark Curci served in the National Guard until 2004, when he left at the rank of sergeant. He worked in security and administration, which included paperwork on service member reprimands. “If somebody had been busted for marijuana, I would have been the one to bust them,” he told Filter .
“First of all, I don’t know why the military is drug testing people all the time; drug tests are terrible tests to begin with,” said Marino.
“First of all, I don’t know why the military is drug testing people all the time; drug tests are terrible tests to begin with.”
“These people are risking their lives for us and they can’t use hemp shampoo.”
While research is still relatively sparse, there are a growing number of studies backing many of these claims. Littrel specifically mentioned research out of Israel that linked CBD with faster recovery from traumatic brain injuries in mice.
Curci now has a healthy relationship with marijuana, noting that since leaving the National Guard, he has experienced “positive effects of CBD for psychiatric issues and anxiety issues.”
So what happens if a member of the military gets caught with the wrong shampoo? While the consequences of being caught using illicit substances, including marijuana, can vary for military personnel and can include court martial or service discharge, the use of CBD specifically violates Article 92 of the UCMJ, which means disobeying an order. The maximum punishment under Article 92 is dishonorable discharge and two years of confinement.
These products have been part of the sweeping Defense Department regulations regarding any product related to cannabinoids. Recently, more than 76 people in a New Haven, Connecticut, park overdosed with severe side effects from a “bad batch” of synthetic marijuana. This became a mass casualty event that has nothing to do with hemp, CBD or marijuana for that matter, as it was laced with an opioid.
Medical studies/reports on CBD oil Anti-inflammatory: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2828614/
He grew with the business and created methods to distribute and ingest these products, using edibles, creams, oils, vapes and more. This type of the cannabis business was mainly for medical and recreational marijuana users. THC was the product people were seeking at that time in the industry; however, he noticed there are big benefits in non-THC cannabis in products from the hemp plant, such as CBD oil and hemp seed oil.
Veteran In the business.
The legal issues and DoD stances.
In this article, we dig into the differences between the two and benefits being tested right now and answer the biggest question: Are these considered marijuana and illegal to use? Here are some things you need to know about CBD, hemp and THC:
Are you aware of the potential healing and recovery properties of cannabidiol, also known as CBD? How about hemp oil? What is the military stance on using such products even if they contain no THC (the psychoactive drug)?
Because of its placement within the central nervous system, it has impact within the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. These are our “fight-or-flight” or “rest-and-digest” states, respectively, connecting our hormonal responses to stress in life-or-death situations and our recovery from those moments as well.
Hemp oil can be used in cooking, shampoos and soaps, and because of the high Vitamin E content, it is an antioxidant that can help the body fight off the catabolic effects of stress. Unlike CBD oil, hemp oil has a nutritional value. It can be consumed in capsule form as well.
You may have heard about products like Spice or K2, which is a synthetic cannabinoid made from chemicals, not from the cannabis or hemp plant, whereas CBD oil is organic, naturally occurring and extracted using natural methods. These chemicals sprayed over such things as tobacco have caused severe side effects, even deaths, and can be two to 100 times stronger than THC.
The endocannabinoid system.
The companies selling CBD oil are permitted to use industrial hemp. Therefore, it is not in contradiction of the Controlled Substances Act, making CBD oil legal and not a substance the Drug Enforcement Administration would consider illicit, because it contains only trace amounts of THC. The hemp growers have to be careful and are highly regulated not to allow the THC values to increase within their substances they sell. The CBD that is produced must have zero THC, which makes it not testable on any drug test.
Hemp oil contains phytocannabinoids, but it is not marijuana. Hemp contains more than 80 phytocannabinoids, including CBD. It can be made from the seeds of the hemp plant. Hemp oil is rich in polyunsaturated fats like Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids, as well as Vitamin E.
Henderson created a new company, Extract Labs, that focuses on the “non-alcoholic beer” version of the same products above. The CBD oil products have the same types of ingestion models as above, but with none of the psychoactive effects of the THC type of cannabis.
CBD is one of many naturally occurring cannabinoid compounds found in cannabis. Yes, this is a product of the same plant family of marijuana and hemp. Cannabis does not mean marijuana. Cannabis is the genus name of the plant family into which all forms of marijuana and hemp fall.
However, the Agricultural Act of 2014 allows state agricultural businesses, colleges and universities to obtain permits to extract CBD from industrial hemp. In states where marijuana is legal and the transport across state lines is legal for industrial hemp, the flow of CBD oil or industrial hemp also is considered legal.
Natural CBD oil and hemp oil do not contain enough THC to be illegal (or get you high). It is negligible at best, but must be under .3% to be used on the market as hemp or CBD oil. THC is the narcotic in marijuana that give you the “high” (psychoactive effect). THC is illegal within the federal government and military, but legal in some states.
What was the journey from the Army to the legal marijuana business? Henderson was an airborne paratrooper for four years, then decided to use his GI Bill to go to college. After a degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree along the way, he found a path to Colorado, where he started working for a new and legal marijuana company.
Why are cannabinoids like CBD and hemp important? Our body has millions of cannabinoid receptors that are part of the brain, skin and central nervous system called the endocannabinoid system (ECS). CBD interacts with the body’s ECS, and our body naturally produces cannabinoids, known as endocannabinoids.
If you are considering going into this business, you do not necessarily need to move to one of the several states where medical and recreational marijuana are legal. To grow, sell and distribute hemp products, it is easier to live in a state where both medical and recreational marijuana are legal, but some states with agricultural laws allow for hemp to be grown.
Cannabinoid receptors are found throughout our body from our biggest organ — the skin to the brain, digestive tract and throughout the peripheral nervous system. The main purpose of the ECS is to protect the nerve fibers themselves, the immune system and helping to regulate the autonomic nervous system, which impact appetite, sleep, mood, stress and pain.
“Consider this the health and wellness side of the business,” Henderson said. “We have customers who use these products for depression, sleep assistance, PTSD, anxiety, high blood pressure, cancer and pain relief, even severe pain relief.”
Other veterans in the CBD business.
However, the non-psychoactive CBD has been gaining popularity throughout the media and scientific community (see links to studies below) with noticeable recovery benefits and without the illegal substances and carcinogens of some forms of marijuana. CDB oil has been shown to help cancer patients and is used to treat many ailments, such as epilepsy, and psychological problems. It has anti-inflammatory benefits as well.
Do your research on the branch of service and its official stance on hemp or CBD (with no THC). The stances tend to ebb and flow at the speed of politics and military bureaucracy.
According to the Controlled Substances Act, marijuana includes any resin from any part of the cannabis plant. This would include CBD and hemp oil.
I recently asked Army veteran Craig Henderson of Extract Labs about his journey from the military to Colorado and into the world of legal cannabis products. Here are some of those questions and answers: