If you are a cannabis enthusiast, you would probably by know that cannabis offers a ‘heaven’ lot of benefits. From treating cancer patients to relief from pain and nausea, cannabis has shown promise in addressing a lot of health concerns. Cannabis is also starting to grow in popularity in the areas of cosmetics and skin care.

Top 5 Cannabis Strains for Skin Care

1. Ringo’s Gift

Ringo’s gift was named after the prolific breeder, Lawrence Ringo. This aptly named strain is a gift to those struggling with acne. With 24:1 CBD to THC ratio, this variety can help reduce inflammation and soothe irritation, minimize pimple growth and reduce acne attacks.

2. Charlotte’s Web

This variety is known for its potential to save lives due to the high amount of CBD it contains. With a low THC content, you can rest assured that smoking a joint of Charlotte’s Web can give you all the positive effects, and you can still go to work. In fact, its cannabidiol content is so impressive that there is a line of skin care products utilizing the entire plant.

3. Sour Tsunami

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A strain that can contain as much as 30%, Sour Tsunami is a viable parent for cross-breeding CBD-rich plants. In fact, it is one of the breeds that gave us Canna-Tsu and Harle-Tsu, also known for their high cannabidiol content. Just like other strains that are rich in cannabidiol, Sour Tsunami can be your go-to variety to relieve pain, soothe inflamed areas and treat itchy spots.

4. Harlequin

Harlequin is sativa-dominant with a strong level of CBD. In fact, the ratio of CBD to THC usually floats around 5:2. Harlequin will make you relaxed and happy while killing any pain your psoriasis (skin disease) might cause.

5. Mango

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Mango has been around since the 1960s but has been tweaked a bit since its first cultivation. It has a THC content of 15-20% and will keep you relaxed and stress-free and it really does smell like mango.