Women + WINK Wellness. Choosing the right products.

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Women multitask like it’s an Olympic sport. We’re all trying to find a comfortable balance in our lives, whether we’re juggling home and work or focusing on our personal lives and health. Ideally, we’d love to be eating home-cooked, organic superfoods and rocking the look of the season, while maintaining our daily yoga and meditation practice. We’ve set the bar pretty high, so it’s no wonder that sometimes our nerves get a little frayed. That’s where CBD oil comes in. We want women to be their healthiest and happiest versions of themselves.

What is CBD Oil?
CBD, otherwise known as Cannabidiol, is a cannabinoid found in the buds (or flowers) of cannabis plants. Once extracted, it can be made into CBD oil, tinctures, soft-gels, creams, balms, vapes and much more. Unlike the weed you might have encountered in your college days, CBD does not have any intoxicating effects. Most CBD oils sold in the United States are extracted from hemp — a species of the cannabis family that is naturally high in CBD, but low in THC. In order for WINK to be sold legally and cross state lines, our CBD oil must include less than 0.3% THC, following FDA regulations.

CBD Oil Benefits for Women
So, why has there been such a media frenzy about CBD oil? It began with the amazing stories of children with treatment-resistant epilepsy whose seizures were reduced to almost zero after taking CBD oil. Since then, hundreds of scientific studies have been underway investigating CBD’s therapeutic potential. So far, most of the research has been at the preclinical stage, meaning the studies are conducted on cell cultures and animal models. Little by little, more studies are taking place on humans, which have begun to confirm many of the findings from the preclinical trials.

The Endocannabinoid System
What’s becoming increasingly clear is that CBD has therapeutic potential for a host of health conditions. Integral to these benefits is the relationship CBD shares with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS) which was found during research into how the cannabis plant affects the body. Scientists discovered the ECS is constantly working to regulate every biological action including sleep, appetite, the immune system, energy levels, reproduction and memory. CBD helps to increase levels of one of the key endocannabinoids in the body (anandamide) which can become depleted through stress, poor diet, alcohol, and lack of sleep. It also activates non-ECS receptors related to mood, discomfort, body temperature and bone density. This means that the potential health benefits of CBD are vast and wide ranging. And what’s more? Initial studies show that women may be greater affected by cannabis and cannabinoids than men. Next, we’ll explore just a few of the benefits of CBD oil for women.

CBD For PMS and Hormonal Imbalances
No matter what age you’ve reached in this thing called life, achieving hormonal balance seems to be an impossible task, particularly for women. While there are no conclusive scientific studies to say that CBD helps PMS and other hormone-related conditions, we do know that it can alleviate some of their symptoms. Thanks to CBD’s activation of the 5-HT1A serotonin receptor, anxiety and stress levels associated with the menstrual cycle are typically reduced. CBD also has other properties which come in handy for period cramps such as regulating production of cortisol, which is one of the main stress hormones.

CBD For Menopause
CBD’s ability to help reduce the experience of anxiety also makes it a useful tool for weathering the choppy waters of menopause. Aside from help with the emotional components, it also has practical physical applications as well. The most important benefit could come in preventing osteoporosis, the thinning of bones that can happen with the hormonal changes after menopause. Studies show that CBD may help improve bone strength and speed up the healing process after fractures.

CBD For Sleep
Finding ways to calm our nervous system like meditation, yoga or relaxation techniques can help, but so can diet and the supplements we take. According to a recent study, people report improved sleep when taking CBD oil on a regular basis. But it’s important to remember that depending on the CBD dosage you take, it can have opposite effects when it comes to sleep. Evidence suggests that at low doses, CBD can create a more wakeful state, while higher doses can make people feel drowsy. Either way, as a rule of thumb, it’s not advisable to take CBD oil just before bedtime until you know how your body reacts.

CBD for Mood
One of the most common reasons people take CBD is to help improve their mood. Scientists know that CBD activates the 5-HT1A serotonin receptor responsible for regulating mood and anxiety. Studies also show that CBD can cause neurogenesis, the creation of new brain cells, which is essentially helping the brain to find new ways of thinking and operating. There have been a number of small pilot studies on subjects with social anxiety, who were given CBD before performing a simulated public speaking test. Most found that CBD helped them feel less anxious and more clear-headed when performing the task.

CBD for Autoimmune Conditions
Autoimmune conditions affect approximately 24 million people in the United States. Autoimmune conditions are a collection of illnesses where the immune system, rather than fighting off external threats, starts to attack our own bodies. Types of autoimmune conditions include Rheumatoid Arthritis, Crohn’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and Diabetes type 1. Common symptoms include chronic and often debilitating discomfort, inflammation, and extreme exhaustion. There are studies like this one and this one that suggest that CBD may have a positive effect on regulating immune responses in the body.

Using CBD For Women’s Health
There are a number of ways to utilize CBD oil that can improve your physical, mental, spiritual and emotional health. There is still a long way to go with approved research and studies — however, new information continues to emerge that paints a better picture of how CBD can be useful. Incorporating it into your lifestyle can boost your mood, improve symptoms and even help you rest better.

WINK  INGREDIENTS -  100% NATURAL 

Ethical, vegan and cruelty free products are our speciality. All of our products are ethically sourced and cruelty free.

shea butter

Shea butter is loaded with fatty acids and vitamins. It heals, softens and hydrates the skin. It improves the skin's natural barrier protecting against free radicals.

COCOA Butter

Cocoa butter replenishes the skin's moisture and creates a barrier to protect your skin from moisture loss. Compared to other oils and creams, cocoa butter tends to be absorbed well without leaving skin greasy. It helps skin maintain its elasticity and tone.

mango butter

 Mango butter is an effective moisturizer and helps soften your skin. The abundance of Vitamin E and Vitamin C in mangos helps protect your skin from environmental stressors like sunlight, pollution, and even blue light from screens.

Coconut oil

Coconut oil reduces inflammation keeping skin moisturized. It also aids in healing skin irritations and wounds.

SUNFLOWER OIL

Sunflower Oil leaves pores unclogged. It is highly absorbent and non-comedogenic. It offers sun protection & Antioxidants like vitamin E to help protect your skin from wrinkles and negative effects from sun exposure.

JOJOBA OIL

Jojoba oil hydrates, softens, and smoothes the skin while balancing natural oil production. It delivers antioxidant protection and can help reduce acne. It is an extremely effective natural moisturizer and is best used on the face and neck as part of a skin care routine. It works for all skin types and is great for nourishing, hydrating and soothing skin

avocado oil

Avocado oil is rich in fatty acids and is excellent for moisturizing the skin. In addition to Vitamin E, avocado oil contains many nutrients that nourish and moisturize the skin.

ALMONd oil

Almond oil is full of vitamin E, and it’s a great source of magnesium, phosphorus, and copper. The antioxidant-rich oil is known for its free radical fighting abilities. It’s also anti-inflammatory and relieves muscular pains and aches.

Argan OIL

Argan oil is rich in antioxidants with many healing properties. Reduces inflammation. It also deeply hydrates and moisturizes the skin.

Olive oil

Olive oil is packed with healthy vitamins, fats, and antioxidants. These components can contribute to reducing inflammation and reducing pain.

apricot kernel oil

Apricot oil helps to improve skin tone, maintain softness and radiance of the skin. It also nourishes the skin and lowers the appearance of face wrinkles, fine lines and blemishes (that's the Vitamin C and E working in partnership).

Eucalyptus essential oil

Eucalyptus oil helps decrease pain and promotes relaxation. It also soothes irritated skin.

MINT essential oil

Mint brightens your complexion and has an extremely refreshing and soothing effect on your skin.

LAVENDER essential oil

Lavender is probably the No. 1 essential oil when it comes to healing skin conditions, burns and cuts. With its anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antimicrobial and detoxifying benefits, lavender essential oil can help reduce redness, soothe and calm the skin and rapidly heal minor cuts and scrapes, as well as any rashes

GRAPEFRUIT essential oil

Grapefruit essential oil helps everything from reducing blood pressure and providing stress relief to treating and protecting your skin

ALOE vera

Aloe Vera Leaf oil contains a rich source of antioxidants which helps fight the damage cause by free radicals. This lowers oxidative stress on your body.

green tea leaf extract

Green tea's anti-inflammatory properties can help reduce skin irritation, skin redness, and swelling. Applying green tea to your skin can soothe minor cuts and sunburn, too. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, studies have also found topical green tea to be an effective remedy for many dermatological conditions.

hyaluronic acid

Hyaluronic acid helps increase skin moisture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Topical treatments can soothe redness and dermatitis, while making skin appear firmer.

Castor oil

The anti-inflammatory properties of castor oil (thanks to the ricinoleic acid) help reduce redness and swelling of the eyes 

arnica

Arnica helps reduce inflammation + puffiness

marigold extract

Marigold Extract helps soothe + revive sensitive skin around the eyes

witch hazel

Witch Hazel tightens + firms the skin

CannabidioL (CBD) Hemp Infused

Hemp oil is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. When applied to the skin, it hydrates and regulates oil production. When ingested orally or sublingually (under the tongue) hemp oil is used to treat chronic pain, anxiety, inflammation and insomnia. In studies, CBD may relieve pain by affecting receptors of the endocannabinoid system, which helps regulate pain, mood and memory.