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What can CBD creams help with?

Cannabidiol (CBD) topicals have become incredibly popular for a variety of reasons. These creams, lotions, and salves allow for localized applications. People have been using CBD creams and other topicals to help with a number of different things related to the skin.

However, these creams and lotions have a few nuances of which would-be users should be aware. If you’re looking into CBD topicals (or if you have already started using them and aren’t feeling the relief you’d expect), this guide will help you better understand what these CBD topicals are, what dosage you need, and what you might feel.

The basics of CBD creams and other topicals

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As noted at the beginning, CBD topicals are creams, lotions, and salves. Manufacturers infuse these products with CBD, a cannabinoid compound found in the hemp plant.

CBD has gained a lot of appreciation in recent years. In particular, one of the unique advantages is that it has been reported to reduce pain. Researchers have also found evidence that it is a potent anti-inflammatory. These benefits both make CBD idea to use in things like cream.

Given that CBD has the potential to act as an anti-inflammatory solution, it makes a great alternative to support a variety of health benefits.

By mixing CBD with lotions, salves, and other things that you rub on your body, you may put most of the CBD in one place, which has the potential to reduce inflammation in that particular area. The CBD in the creams generally stays where it is first placed. CBD doesn’t cross the skin into the bloodstream normally. If there is a compound in the topical, commonly called a dermal driver (menthol and DMSO are two examples) that escorts CBD across the skin barrier, then it is possible to have CBD enter the bloodstream. 

You should know that you should talk to your doctor before starting to use any CBD, as CBD doesn’t always mix well with all medications. It would be best if you viewed CBD as a supplemental substance that you may rub on to provide increase skin health. While the research into CBD’s potential benefits is ongoing and is incredibly promising, the FDA has not cleared it as a replacement for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any diseases. 

How much CBD cream you should use

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When people start using these topicals, the biggest question they often have is: how much do I apply? The answer to that is a little more in-depth than you might initially think.

This tends to just depend on each person. Everyone requires their own amount of CBD to feel the effects that they want. However, too much CBD could cause side effects. It is somewhat unlikely that CBD creams will cause any of the normal side effects, as the CBD doesn’t actually enter your bloodstream. That being said, it isn’t impossible. So, be sure to approach CBD carefully.

With that all said, most creams work if you apply them like you would any other lotion. Don’t use more or less than you would typically use for moisturizing effects. Be sure to rub the cream in well. If you don’t feel any effects, don’t be afraid to apply more until you reach the comfort level you’re looking for. Of course, don’t apply so much that you make your skin feel greasy or oily.

How long do the effects last?

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The effects of topicals tend to last anywhere from four to six hours, but it also depends on each person. After that, the CBD has been used up and you may need to reapply.

As with most substances, the more you rub onto your skin, the longer – usually – you will be able to feel effects. But as mentioned a few times, everyone is different. Some people might feel the effects right away, but others may have to wait a little while before it can really start working.

Can I use CBD creams and other CBD products?

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CBD lotions and creams provide skin health benefits, but isn’t that also what taking CBD by mouth does?

If you want some of the other potential health benefits of CBD, it is perfectly safe to take CBD orally as well as apply a topical CBD product at the same time. Oral CBD may offer a number of benefits as the CBD actually does enter the bloodstream, unlike the CBD in topicals. If you want those benefits, you may take CBD oil sublingually while also using topicals. They may both work together to provide pain relief as well as other potential health benefits.

There are many who worry that they might overdose on CBD oil and other oral CBD products by taking too much. This fear is next to impossible to realize, however. You can’t overdose on CBD. Taking too much CBD can cause some side effects, but they are not too terrible or dangerous. Most users who have taken too much CBD report feeling sleepy or have diarrhea.

Using a CBD topical is safe, easy, and has lots of benefits

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CBD topicals are a fast, safe, and easy way to get the benefits of CBD.

Manufacturers also produce many types of topicals, so you may pick which ones work for you. If you want something to help you relax and unwind, a bath bomb might be right for you. If you would rather use something much more direct, CBD creams and other traditional topicals are probably the best way to go for you. If you’re looking for CBD to relieve your pain symptoms, then a balm might be the best choice. No matter what outcome you want, there’s a topical on the market that will fit your goals.

The last few years have seen a major upswing in the popularity of CBD and the many products available made from the cannabinoid. There are a lot reasons for this and they are all very understandable. The full availability of CBD topical products further reinforces just how powerful this substance truly is!