The world of female health and wellbeing has been overwhelmed by a lack of education, ineffective solutions and confusing celebrity endorsements for far too long. But in this whirlwind of misinformation, we often lose sight of what is most important – you. Your body, your mind, your cycle and your journey through different life stages. At Script, we turn to nature to support women’s wellness, creating bespoke formulations of aromatherapeutic oils infused with CBD to calm the entire body and mind during your period. How exactly do these work? We’re here to explain!
“I’ve never found anything which eases my cramps so simply and naturally”
Teddy Phillips, 22
What are the origins of CBD, and how can CBD improve physical and mental wellness?
Cannabidiol (abbreviated to “CBD”) is a type of cannabinoid, a natural compound extracted from the hemp plant. Hemp contains over 100 separate identifiable cannabinoids – CBD is just one of them! Another famous cannabinoid is Tetrahydrocannabinol (“THC”), the chemical compound associated with getting high. However, CBD products only contain a trace amount of THC (0.3%) and do not have any psychoactive or intoxicating effects.
CBD is suggested to affect us via the endocannabinoid system, a biological network throughout the body involved in central nervous system development and response to environmental factors. CBD’s interaction with the endocannabinoid system is thought to improve functionality in a number of areas including sleep, mood, appetite and memory. For instance, a 2011 Neuropsychopharmacology study found CBD to have a significant therapeutic effect on subjects with Generalised Social Anxiety Disorder when faced with a public speaking task (a phobic stimulus for people with SAD).1 An additional experiment found CBD to have an interfering effect on the secretion of the stress hormone, cortisol – something we could all benefit from during our periods.2
From ingesting to inhaling, there are a myriad of ways you can take CBD but with the help of our natural health experts, Script has created a topical CBD oil, the hero product of our debut EASE Menstruation Range. “Topical” means the oil is applied directly to the skin and EASE Topical Menstruation Oil should be gently massaged into the lower abdomen and the solar plexus (where the CBD is most effectively absorbed) for ultimate relaxation. Performing a gentle body massage in circular motions on
the lower abdomen while applying our Menstruation Oil may also help in soothing muscle tension caused by cramps.
CBD products vary hugely in potency across the market, but the most important thing is to find the right formulation for your own unique mental and physical wellbeing. At Script, we use micro-doses of CBD to accelerate and amplify the benefits of our bespoke essential oil blends.