Bush Review: CBD-Infused Body Care Products for Head-to-Toe Wellness
If you thought CBD was nothing but a passing trend, think again. The wonder ingredient is still causing quite the stir in the beauty and skincare world. And for good reason! This naturally occurring phyto cannabinoid holds remarkable benefits for the skin, such as soothing and nourishing properties, reduction of inflammation, and the promotion of a youthful complexion.
One local brand that continues to sing the praises of CBD is Bush. If you haven’t yet encountered the Bush CBD body care products in the wild, then here’s what they are about. The down-to-earth crew from Cape Town brings South Africans luxury products designed to nourish, rejuvenate, and protect your precious skin. CBD, derived from the bountiful hemp plant, plays a central role in the product formulations at Bush.
Bush says, by embracing the power of nature and incorporating the transformative properties of CBD, it tailors a self-care experience that celebrates inner beauty and promotes a radiant glow. The brand’s range currently includes five meticulously formulated products: Body Butter, Body Scrub, Tissue Oil, Personal Lubricant, and a Lip Balm.
Each item has been carefully crafted to provide the utmost care and create a luxurious skincare routine that connects you to the healing essence of Mother Nature every time you use it. By infusing each product with CBD, Bush effectively harnesses the healing power of nature to unlock your skin’s true potential. It’s a little magical, to be honest!
Hands-on with the Bush Wellness range
I got my hands on the Bush Tissue Oil, Personal Lubricant, and Lip Balm and have been putting the products to the test. The range offers something to treat your skin from head to toe, and you’re bound to find something you love in the Bush lineup.
With Almond Oil and Grape Seed Oil as a carrier, the Bush Tissue Oil (R340 | 100ml) is a skin-loving must for the cold months. This delicious oil is infused with 80mg of CBD per 100ml and is silky smooth, light and deeply replenishing. My skin lapped up all the golden goodness of this oil from the very first use and I haven’t stopped using it since. It melts into the skin super quickly, leaving no oily residue on the surface, so you can lather up and immediately get dressed without feeling sticky. The oil feels like silk when applied and the natural fragrance of almond and grape seed oil help to soothe the senses.
Loved by massage therapists for its pain relief and anti-inflammatory qualities, this magical elixir is not only great for treating your skin when it needs a boost of hydration but it’s also brilliant to use as an after sports or workout recovery massage oil to help ease tired muscles and treat cramps. You can also add a few drops in the bath to help reach those deep muscles, ligaments and tendons that need some love. What’s more, in completely unrelated news, you can even use this Bush Tissue Oil as a gentle make up remover. Talk about a multi-tasking beauty!
For winter, Bush is offering a friends with benefits deal you can’t refuse. Check out The Winter Glow-Up Combo (R340); the perfect package for your skin. Featuring Bush Tissue Oil and Stay Golden Golden Spice, this wonderful winter package sees Bush team up with Stay Golden for a limited offer to nourish your body from the inside out!
Both Turmeric and CBD are powerful anti-inflammatories, helping to reduce redness and inflammation. The Golden Spice blend contains an array of freshly milled spices including organic turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom and black pepper.
Lip service
The Bush Lip Balm (R65) is a little life saver for anyone who loves braving the elements in winter. It is smooth and soft on the lips and has a beautiful Shea butter scent that lingers on the lips. The formula is loaded with Rooibos and Vitamin E, and it also helps with sun protection and fighting free radicals.
The product is compact, cute and ideal for your handbag or even to pop into your pocket. It’s supremely nourishing on dry lips and will be loved by everyone in the family. It’s simple but oh-so-effective and if you’re looking for an easy introduction into the world of CBD, then this is it.
Let’s talk about sex, baby
Getting down to business; it’s time to chat lube. Bush Personal Lubricant (R365 | 100ml) is infused with 200mg of CBD and is pure love in a bottle. Non-sticky, silky smooth and loaded with high-quality CBD, it’s all the bedroom has ever needed for those sensual moments in life.
Because the product is oil based, it is not sticky or gel-like, like many other lubes on the market. I absolutely cannot stand lube that has a gloopy texture that just sits on the skin, hell-bent on ruining any plans you had of a good time. Once one the skin, this wonder oil melts down for a ‘barely there’ feeling; with added benefits.
CBD is great for play time in the bedroom because it helps with blood flow to your fun bits and helps you to relax and get into the moment, even when the kids are screaming in the next room and the dog is scratching at the door. Because of the anti-inflammatory qualities of CBD, Bush Personal Lubricant is particularly popular with women experiencing the symptoms of menopause or anyone experiencing anxiety during intimacy.
Designed for couples or individual use, this CBD-infused lubricant will ensure every intimate moment has an extra loving touch. It provides long-lasting moisture and a silky-smooth glide, offering you the comfort and confidence to fully immerse in the moment. If you get that icky feeling using products down there then you’ll love this Bush favourite. It contains just 5 ingredients (yes 5!) including; Coconut Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (derived from coconut oil & used as an emollient and skin replenisher), Sunflower Oil, plenty of Vitamin E, and 200mg of high quality CBD.
So much more than a lube, this beautiful product can be used for loads of other things too. The product’s anti-inflammatory properties also means it can be used as an after sun in a pinch, to treat minor burns, and even just as a skin hydrating power house. It’s also great as a massage oil to get in the mood and will help to relax your muscles in the process. It is a truly a phenomenal product!
Check out the full range of products and shop online now on the Bush website.
