CBD topicals are creams, roll-ons and salves designed to target specific areas for pain relief or skin concerns. They work by binding with receptors on your skin’s surface.
Studies have demonstrated that topical CBD helps relieve pain associated with lower extremity peripheral neuropathy and thumb basal joint arthritis (Heineman et al. 2022).
Skin Care
CBD can be integrated into many skin care products, from creams to lotions and salves. When applied topically, it interacts with endocannabinoid receptors in the skin to provide localized effects that soothe discomfort and facilitate healing. Our natural plant-based ingredients such as shea butter, cocoa butter and jojoba oil nourish skin health while peppermint and eucalyptus extracts offer added relief and relaxation benefits.
CBD works in tandem with these ingredients to restore and balance skin health, offering anti-inflammatory benefits and antioxidant protection from free radicals – unstable atoms which steal electrons from healthy cells in order to become stable – that cause damage.
Our CBD body oils and massage oils are ideal for use post-shower or bedtime, at the start and end of a workout, or after stretching. Plus, our convenient roll-ons make carrying around muscle relief and skin support anywhere easy!
Pain Relief
CBD topicals can provide fast-acting pain relief. These products typically come in the form of creams or roll-ons that target specific areas and include ingredients like menthol for cooling sensation and camphor to warm the skin. As opposed to taking CBD in capsule or tablet form, which takes time before reaching bloodstream, the endocannabinoid system receives immediate signals from CBD topicals.
CBD creams may help alleviate joint and muscle discomfort by decreasing nerve pain signals. They also relax muscles to ease pain while increasing range of motion. When combined with other natural ingredients, these creams further amplify CBD’s anti-inflammatory effects for improved pain management.
This open-label study focused on former elite athletes as they are both susceptible to pain and experts at assessing medication tolerability. Furthermore, athletes often endure high levels of physical stress while depending on their bodies for economic wellbeing – making them ideal candidates for studying drug tolerability as their perceptions may reflect general population tolerance of CBD.
Anxiety Relief
CBD may help people who do not respond well to antidepressant medication find relief from anxiety. According to one small study published in 2022, CBD helped lower anxiety levels in young adults whose depression medication wasn’t working.
CBD topicals don’t directly enter your bloodstream, eliminating many potential side effects associated with oral CBD products–like drowsiness or interactions with medications. When selecting your CBD topical, make sure that it comes from a reputable brand that manufactures hemp domestically and tests each batch to ensure quality; Cornbread Hemp and Medterra are two examples of such brands that utilize third-party labs and offer batch reports on their websites.
Notify your doctor before beginning CBD use as it could interfere with certain medications by competing for liver enzymes that they utilize, such as blood thinners, antidepressants and cholesterol medicines. Also it is advised that pregnant or breastfeeding mothers refrain from using CBD; in such instances other strategies should be explored instead to manage symptoms effectively.
Sleep
CBD sleep balms can be an excellent way to pamper yourself before bedtime. Simply massaging one onto your skin promotes feelings of relaxation and serenity that can aid in getting better quality restful slumber.
CBD topicals interact directly with the endocannabinoid system (ECS), stimulating receptors that support regular sleep cycles. CBD also reduces anxiety which may contribute to insomnia or other sleep disorders.
CBD combined with other plant compounds can form an effective combination for improving sleep. Terpenes such as myrcene and linalool found in full-spectrum hemp salves offer additional calming effects to aid relaxation, helping the mind drift off to dreamland more quickly. To maximize its effectiveness as a sleep salve, apply it before bedtime when pores are open. Massage a small amount into any areas that are tight or sore for maximum effectiveness of CBD’s soothing benefits. This will maximize its effectiveness and allow you to fully experience its soothing benefits!
