On hearing the term cannabidiol, you’d be forgiven if the first thing that popped into your head was cannabis. With the debate on whether to legalise the substance remaining divisive, it seems derivatives of the plant have garnered their own following. But, drugs aside, cannabidiol (CBD) is a substance that has become a trend among beauty brands and experts in recent times due to its therapeutic – and luckily legal – properties. It’s been popular among shoppers too, and, according to the Brightfield Group, the CBD industry’s value is expected to rise to $22bn (£16bn) by 2022. If you’re not yet convinced, here’s our guide to what CBD is and how to use it.
What is CBD?
CBD is a chemical compound…