CBD creams, balms, ointments, gels, lotions, and CBD butter are part of topical products. These products are specially formulated and designed to be applied directly to the skin and are an excellent way for local use. Cannabidiol (CBD) tincture is mainly used for painkillers, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxants, skin irritations, burns, etc. Therefore, the use of cannabidiol topicals an excellent method for localized treatment of pain (joints, muscles, sprains, etc.), inflammation, dry skin, eczema, or arthritis. Many manufacturers offer specialized CBD topicals for acne, scars, tattoos, etc. CBD topicals could be perfect after a sweaty gym session, and those are one of the most used CBD for athletes' products. Because topicals applied to the outermost layer of skin, known as the epidermis, it will not enter the bloodstream or reach the other layers of skin like dermis or hypodermis. For this reason, topicals are an excellent choice for those concerned about the CBD dosage they are taking or do not want to ingest CBD directly to their body like edibles, vape oils, capsules, or tinctures. Many manufacturers infuse topicals with additional beneficial elements such as aloe vera, raw honey, and other active ingredients that allow maximizing the desired effect.
