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0 Comedogenic Rating
Hempseed is one of the only oils with a zero comedogenic score — won't contribute to breakouts.
Omega-3 & Omega-6
Essential fatty acids that regulate sebum production and actively support the skin barrier.
Antibacterial Botanicals
Patchouli targets acne-causing bacteria without disrupting your skin microbiome.
Hempseed · Patchouli · Acne Kit
Natural Acne Kit
le kit anti-acné naturel
Most acne treatments work by stripping. This kit works differently — feeding your skin barrier while targeting the conditions that cause breakouts at the source.
$42.00$36.99
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Most acne treatments strip, inflame, and irritate — triggering the compensatory oil production that makes breakouts worse. This kit interrupts that cycle. Hempseed Oil has a zero comedogenic rating and omega-3 content that regulates sebum from within the skin barrier. Patchouli Essential Oil delivers targeted antibacterial action against acne-causing bacteria while its patchoulol compound addresses the stress-cortisol pathway that drives hormonal breakouts.
Most acne treatments work by stripping. The Natural Acne Kit works differently.
Stripping doesn't work. When you strip the skin of its natural oils with harsh cleansers and alcohol-based treatments, it responds by producing more — a compensatory sebum surge that feeds the cycle you're trying to break. Hempseed Oil interrupts that pattern. Its omega-3 content binds to the same receptors that trigger excess sebum, signalling the skin to regulate itself. Its zero comedogenic rating means it works without any risk of contributing to the problem.
Patchouli brings targeted antibacterial action against Cutibacterium acnes — the primary bacteria responsible for inflammatory breakouts — without touching the beneficial strains that keep your skin microbiome balanced. This is the kit that stops the cycle. Not by attacking your skin. By giving it what it was missing.
Fact Sheet
The facts, on one page.
Everything you'd want to know before the kit joins your shelf.
- Kit includes
- Hempseed Base Oil 60 mL · Patchouli Essential Oil 15 mL
- Skin type
- Oily, acne-prone, combination, sensitive
- Application
- Face · neck · chest · back — wherever breakouts present
- Scent
- Earthy, warm, woody with subtle green undertones
- Free from
- Parabens, synthetic fragrance, fillers, mineral oil
- Packaging
- Recyclable amber glass bottles · pump dispenser
- Made in
- Canada
- Hempseed origin
- Canada — cold-pressed from hemp seed
- Patchouli origin
- Indonesia — steam-distilled from leaves
Hempseed Base Oil
Cannabis sativa
The only base oil with a comedogenic rating of zero. Hempseed doesn't just avoid clogging pores — its omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids actively regulate sebum production by signalling the skin to produce less of its own oil. Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) reduces the inflammation that causes breakouts before they surface. Unlike heavier oils that can exacerbate oily skin, Hempseed works in harmony with the skin's own chemistry.
Use it every day. The sebum-regulating effect compounds over 2–4 weeks of consistent application.
"Hempseed is the oil I recommend to every client with oily skin who has been told to avoid oils entirely. The science points clearly in the opposite direction."
Feed the barrier. End the cycle.
Hempseed regulates from within. Patchouli targets from without. Both work while you sleep.
Mental benefit
Grounds the nervous system. Interrupts the stress-breakout cycle.
Patchouli's active compound patchoulol reduces cortisol through the olfactory pathway — the same cortisol that triggers the inflammatory cascade responsible for hormonal breakouts. Inhaling Patchouli during your skincare ritual creates measurable stress reduction that interrupts the stress-acne feedback loop at its source. Fewer cortisol spikes. Fewer breakouts.
Physical benefit
Zero pore-clogging risk. Active sebum regulation.
Hempseed's omega-3 linolenic acid binds to the receptors that trigger excess sebum, reducing oil output without stripping. Patchouli's natural antibacterial activity targets Cutibacterium acnes — the primary bacteria behind inflammatory acne — without disturbing the beneficial microbiome strains that protect healthy skin.
Five steps to clearer skin.
The complete daily application protocol.
01
Cleanse
Wash with a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser. Pat skin dry with a clean towel — not rubbing, just pressing. The skin should be clean and slightly warm from washing.
02
Blend
Add 2 drops of Patchouli to your palm. Add 2–3 pumps of Hempseed Oil. Swirl with a fingertip to combine. The earthy, grounding scent will begin working on your cortisol levels immediately.
03
Warm
Press both palms together and warm the blend for 4–5 seconds. Inhale deeply before applying. This is the moment the nervous system begins to settle — and the moment cortisol starts to drop.
04
Apply with intention
Using fingertips, press the blend into your face with upward strokes. Give extra time to breakout-prone zones — the T-zone, jawline, and chin receive the sebum-regulating omega-3s exactly where they're most needed.
05
Let it work
Do not rinse. The oils continue working as they absorb — regulating sebum, reducing inflammation, targeting bacteria — for hours after application. Morning and evening, every day. The compounding effect begins in week two.
Suggested Routine
A day of the Natural Acne Kit.
Consistent twice-daily use produces compounding results. The first week is about absorption. The second is about regulation. By week four, the skin has reset.
AM
Morning baseline application.
1 drop Patchouli + 2 pumps Hempseed — lighter daytime formula. The sebum-regulating effect is active throughout the day, with noticeably reduced midday shine visible within 2–3 weeks of consistent morning use.
PM
Overnight barrier repair.
1–2 drops Patchouli + 2–3 pumps Hempseed — richer overnight treatment. Skin's repair cycle peaks between 11pm and 2am. The omega-6 GLA content supports active barrier restoration throughout the night, reducing inflammation at the source.
BEHIND THE BLEND
Calm the breakout. Don't wage war on your skin.
Everything in this kit exists for a precise reason.
Hempseed because its zero comedogenic rating is unique — it is the one oil that will not contribute to the problem you're trying to solve, and its omega-3 content actively works to regulate the excess sebum that feeds breakouts. Patchouli because its antibacterial compounds specifically target acne-causing bacteria, and patchoulol addresses the cortisol pathway that drives hormonal acne.
"I built this kit after years of watching people with oily skin avoid oils entirely. They were right to avoid the wrong oils. These are the right ones."
— Sarah Sangha, Founder of Vellum Wellness
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Comedogenic rating
2
Active botanicals
0
Harsh stripping agents
Q1 Won't applying oil make my acne worse?
The concern is valid — but it depends entirely on which oil. Hempseed has a comedogenic rating of zero, meaning it does not contribute to pore blockages. Its omega-3 linolenic acid content actually reduces excess sebum over 2–4 weeks of consistent use. Unlike heavier oils, it works with oily skin rather than against it.
Q2 How long before I see results?
Most users notice reduced inflammation and redness within 1–2 weeks. Sebum regulation — visibly less midday shine — typically begins between weeks 2–4. Fewer and less severe breakouts usually follow in weeks 3–6. Consistency is essential: the compounding effect requires daily application.
Q3 Can I use this alongside my existing acne treatments?
Yes, but introduce it gradually alongside active ingredients. If you use retinoids or acids, apply the kit oils separately — typically one in the morning, actives in the evening. Hempseed and Patchouli are non-reactive with most skincare actives.
Q4 Is Patchouli safe for sensitive acne-prone skin?
Properly diluted in Hempseed at the recommended 2-drop ratio, Patchouli is safe for daily facial use on sensitive skin. If your skin is highly reactive, begin with 1 drop per 2–3 pumps of Hempseed and increase after 1–2 weeks of tolerance building.
Q5 Does Patchouli have a strong smell?
Patchouli has a distinct earthy, warm, woody scent that softens considerably when diluted in Hempseed. At the recommended 2-drop ratio, most users describe the blend as warm and grounding rather than overtly fragrant. The scent dissipates within 20–30 minutes of application.
Q6 Can I use this kit on chest and back acne?
Yes — the same sebum-regulating and antibacterial properties apply wherever acne presents. For body application, increase Hempseed to 4–5 pumps and Patchouli to 3–4 drops. Apply immediately after showering while skin is still warm for best absorption.
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Natural Acne Treatment
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For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Always dilute essential oil with a carrier oil before applying to skin — never apply undiluted. Do not ingest. If pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult your healthcare provider before use. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Patch test recommended for first use on sensitive skin.