Forget harsh, skin-stripping ingredients. At By Sarah, we're all about the hard-working yet gentle powerhouses that deliver incredible super-powers while staying kind and caring to skin. 

That's why we love the upcycled hemp seed oil we use in our award-winning By Sarah Ally Recovery Facial Oil – a UK skincare first, no less. Not only does it work to fight acne and the marks blemishes leave behind, but it's also sustainably sourced from unwanted hemp seeds that would otherwise be headed for landfill. No new materials created, no existing resources wasted.

In this expert guide, we explain more about acne's sustainable, low-carbon alternative to salicylic acid.

How does hemp seed oil treat acne?

If you're acne-prone, you've probably always steered away from oils and fatty acids for fear they'll cause increased oiliness and blocked pores. Well, think again. Research shows acne-prone skins tend to be lacking in all-important linoleic acid. And guess what? Hemp oil – particularly our own upcycled kind – is jam-packed with the stuff.

In addition, our hemp oil contains natural CBD which can help treat acne and rosacea by calming and soothing inflamed skin. 

Many spot-fighting products use salicylic acid, which can strip the skin's important protective barrier over time, leading to a sensitised and reactive complexion or a vicious circle of increased oil production.

Hemp oil, on the other hand, actually strengthens the skin's barrier, leaving it plumper, calmer and more resilient. And it does all of this without a heavy feeling or greasy pore-blocking residue. Hello, blemish-prone skin saviour.

How is our upcycled hemp seed oil sustainably sourced?

Here's the really interesting part. The hemp seed oil we use comes from seeds rescued from landfill. After being grown and harvested in the UK by hand, many get rejected as they don't meet the specifications for food use.

That's where we swoop in.

We save the nutrient-rich seeds from going to waste and then cold-press them into a beautiful oil which stars in our By Sarah Ally Recovery Facial Oil. It's just one of the many reasons why we're a certified B Corporation - we're passionate about protecting your sensitive skin just as much as protecting the planet.

This short, controlled supply chain means we can also make sure certain nutrients in the oil are preserved – in particular, the antioxidants which help skin repair and neutralise free radicals that can cause inflammation and block pores. 

In tests, our upcycled hemp seed oil was found to contain a whopping 52% more antioxidants than standard hemp seed oil. 

Of course, it's not just our ingredients that are sustainably sourced. We ensure that our packaging is sustainable yet practical, too. Our glass bottles preserve the integrity of the plant oils inside by guarding against UV light, and can be easily recycled at-home. 

What is the best natural hemp seed oil product for acne?

Wondering how can you get your own upcycled hemp seed oil fix? It's the hero ingredient in our award-winning Ally Recovery Facial Oil, alongside jojoba oil, papaya fruit enzyme extract, and Vitamin E.

If you're experiencing persistent acne, apply a few drops of the serum onto clean damp skin each morning and night, taking time to massage and press it into the face and neck. 

Have a question? Message us for bespoke skincare advice at care@bysarahlondon.com, or reach out on Instagram, @bysarahlondon. 

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