Hemp seed oil is rich in Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, which helps support:

• Joint health (better mobility, less stiffness and swelling)
• Heart health (helps balance cholesterol and blood pressure)
• Reduced inflammation (helping better overall general wellness)
• Promotes healthy skin and hair (helps manage dryness, irritation, and issues like eczema)

Incorporate hemp seed oil into your diet by drizzling it over salads, adding it to smoothies, or using it as a finishing oil for cooked dishes.

Yes, hemp seed oil is generally safe for most people. However, if you have specific health concerns, it’s best to consult with a healthcare professional.

No — they’re completely different products BUT they come from the same species of plant – just different cultivars and bred for very different purposes! Like Apples – all apple varieties come from the same speicies of plant, the Malus domestica plant, but have been bred for different traits or uses e.g. some are good for eating fresh while other are tart and firm for baking. They’re still apples, just with very different purposes.

👉 It’s the same with Cannabis sativa: some plants are bred for their seeds and oil (hemp seeds), while others are bred for their cannabinoids (THC and CBD).

 More information:

🌿 One species: Cannabis sativa

but two distinct types (or cultivars) that have been bred for very different purposes:

1. 🌿Industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa – low cannabinoid varieties)

This is what we grow on our own farms right here in Canterbury, NZ.

• 🌱 Bred for: seeds, oil, and fibre
• 🧪 Contains very low levels of THC (legally < 0.2% THC in most countries) and negligible CBD
• 👉 Used for:
  • Hemp seeds and hemp seed oil – highly nutritious but do not contain cannabinoids like THC or CBD
  • Fibre and textiles – rope, paper, building materials
• 🍃 Consuming hemp seed oil does not have psychoactive effects and is not used medicinally in the same way as cannabinoid extracts.

2. Drug-type cannabis (Cannabis sativa – high cannabinoid varieties)

This is the one you need a prescription for – you won’t find this on shelves in the pharmacy or health food shop

• 🌿 Bred for: high concentrations of cannabinoids
• 🧪 Contains significant THC and/or CBD
• ⚗️ Used for:
  • Extracting THC (psychoactive) and CBD (non-psychoactive)
  • Medicinal and recreational cannabis products
  • 🌱 These plants look different too — usually shorter, bushier, and resin-rich.

  ---

  👉 In summary — both come from the same species (Cannabis sativa), but they are genetically and functionally distinct varieties.

  • Hemp seed oil = pressed from the seeds of industrial hemp → nutritional, non-psychoactive, no cannabinoids.
  • THC/CBD oil = extracted from the flowers and leaves of drug-type cannabis → contains cannabinoids.

   

Yes — it’s generally considered safe for daily use as part of a balanced diet or skincare routine. We recommend starting with 1-2 teaspoons per day to allow your stomach to adjust to the increase in oil. Some people are fine with starting at 1-2 tablespoons a day but depending on your own gut will depend on what feels comfortable for you. Typical recommended serving sizes is 1–2 tablespoons per day. Consult your doctor if you’re on medication or have allergies.

No — hemp seeds and hemp seed oil is made from the seeds only of the cousin cultivar plant which does not contain THC or CBD, so it will not cause a high or appear on drug tests.

Yes. Hemp seed oil is non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores) and contains gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which helps soothe irritation, regulate oil production, and may improve conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and acne. Only a tine bit is needed to spread over the hands or face. 

Keep it in a cool, dark place — ideally in the refrigerator once opened. This prevents oxidation and helps maintain freshness and nutritional value. Our Hemp Seed Oil at New Hemipshers is bottled in dark glass bottles – this helps prevent oxidation and sunlight damage. If your hemp seed oil is in plastic or any vessel that doesn’t filter the sunlight it is likely of very low quality and possibly rancid. 

Hemp Seed Oil has a light, nutty, earthy flavour, similar to sunflower or sesame oil. Many people enjoy it drizzled over salads or blended into smoothies or used with balsamic vinegar as a dipping oil. It’s delicious and gives you so much goodness. 

Yes — it’s a popular natural conditioner. The fatty acids in hemp seed oil help moisturise the scalp, strengthen hair, and reduce breakage, promoting softer, shinier hair. It’s probably one of the lightest oils you can use for your hair that won’t cause the heaviness like coconut oil can.