So, you want to try CBD topicals, but you have no idea where to start. Don’t worry; this is a common first thought for most when it comes to shopping for CBD products. Sure, you can do a Google search for “the best CBD topicals,” but this is extremely broad and will leave you shuffling through an endless cyber pile of products and brands — and not much better off than when you started.
We’re going to talk about a few different topicals in this blog, so you have a working knowledge of different types of CBD topical benefits. When you’re done reading this, you’ll be able to shop with ease and confidence.
What Are CBD Topicals?
CBD topicals are products, infused with the beneficial properties of cannabinoids, that are applied to a specific part of the body.**
Lotions, patches, salves, sprays, and other related products combine natural, soothing ingredients like chamomile, menthol, white willow bark, and much more to enhance the CBD topical’s effect.**
Topicals are best suited for those individuals looking for targeted relief — a particular area giving you discomfort.** Some people also like topicals because the CBD content never enters the bloodstream. Instead, the cannabinoid content travels through multiple layers of skin before reaching the problem area and providing the relief you’re looking for.**
CBD Balms
When CBD-infused products first came on the market, CBD salves and balms were extremely popular. This was primarily because balms and salves were pretty simple to create. Therefore, as the market has expanded and grown, so have the formulations.
Salves are a little less abundant these days, but CBD balms have transformed a bit, as well. For example, our CBD Balm Sticks contains a plethora of skin-nourishing ingredients alongside high-quality CBD to provide the best of both worlds — therapeutic benefits paired with healthy skin elements.**
Everyone gravitates towards convenience these days, so we decided to transform our balms into handy balm sticks. Simply roll it on, and toss it back into your gym bag or drawer at home. The CBD Balm Stick for Muscle & Joint is great to add to your pre- and post-workout routine, but it also works well for people suffering from discomfort in various areas.** With peppermint and wintergreen oils to provide a cooling sensation, the sting of getting back in the gym doesn’t seem as defeating.**
Alternatively, there’s the CBD Balm Stick Calming & Moisturizing. This balm stick contains the calming powers of chamomile, lavender, and tea tree oil — perfect for a midday temple rub!** This option is also great after a long bath to ensure your muscles stay relaxed throughout the night, especially if you embrace the aromatherapy properties lavender essential oil embodies.**
CBD Bath Bombs
If you love creating your own spa-like vibes at home, then you have to try a CBD Bath Bomb. They’re a simple, effective way to create a tranquil environment and release tension simultaneously.**
Here at CBDfx, we offer two types of bath bombs — Soothing and Recharge. Our Soothing Bath Bomb lives up to its name with captivating notes of lavender to relax your mind and body, paired with Hawaiian black salt to condition and soften your skin.** Hawaiian black salt helps extract impurities from the body, removing skin oils, acne, and blemishes to help you become a healthier you, inside and out.** Plus, lavender also plays a significant role in increasing slow-wave sleep, a process instrumental in slowing your heartbeat and relaxing the muscles.**
The Recharge Bath Bomb contains an uplifting blend of eucalyptus, spearmint, arnica, and peppermint essential oils that help you unwind and relax without putting you to sleep.**
Oh, and don’t worry, our bath bombs never contain any harsh dyes or irritants that will stain your skin or bathtub. They’re 100% vegan, made with organically grown hemp.
CBD Creams
One of the longest-standing CBD products on the market has to be CBD creams. They’re easy to use, versatile and, most of all, effective.** CBD creams used to have lower concentrations, but these days, you can get CBD cream with up to 3,000mg of CBD!
Our Muscle & Joint CBD Cream: Cooling Formula is one of our best-selling products for this very reason. However, if you want to start on the lower end and work your way up, there’s a 500mg formulation as well (500mg–3000mg).
Enhanced with botanicals, like white willow bark and menthol, this cream gets right to the source of the problem.** White willow bark has been used for centuries as a natural method of soothing discomfort, while caffeine does the same.**
How is this possible? The active ingredient in white willow bark is salicin. It is converted to salicylic acid within the body before it acts to lower levels of certain compounds that contribute to particular types of discomfort in the body.**
So, whether you’ve strained yourself trying to get rid of your quarantine 15 or you suffer from the occasional hand cramps from typing all day, this high-quality blend of natural botanicals and cannabinoids is sure to get the job done.**
Shopping for CBD Topicals
Always buy organic CBD from a reputable company. You’ve probably noticed an influx in CBD products on the shelves of local grocery stores or retail stores, in general. But quantity doesn’t necessarily mean quality.
A few things to consider: If the price is extremely low, it’s probably not worth buying and won’t have much effect. So, you’ll end up taking more, trying to feel something, ultimately leading to tolerance build-up.
You also want to take a look at the ingredients. If you see hemp seed oil, this is NOT the same as CBD oil. Some companies often confuse consumers with this wording, but hemp seed oil is a nourishing oil used in beauty products.
You want to purchase your CBD from a reputable vendor who can provide lab reports for the products they offer. Third-party lab results tell you what’s in the product, including cannabinoids, toxic residue — any and everything worth knowing.
Now that you know how to look for a quality CBD topical from a reputable company, as well as the many varieties of topicals available, here’s hoping you find the perfect product for your needs!
Ready to get back in the gym?
Make sure you grab a CBD Balm Stick to reduce muscle soreness!**
