How to Apply CBD Cream
How to Apply CBD Cream
CBD creams are undoubtedly a game changer in the skin care industry. This article will explore how to apply CBD cream, the benefits of CBD cream, how to purchase CBD cream, and the possible side effects.
Recently, several local and online stores have skyrocketed sales related to CBD products. This comes as no surprise since CBD offers a viable solution to various health conditions. Furthermore, it is versatile as it can be infused in gummies, capsules, tinctures, and topical products such as creams, lotions, and balms. CBD creams are widely regarded as the epitome of organic skin care products due to their unrivalled domination and enchanting benefits. They relieve inflammation and oxidation and moisturize the skin, restoring that desirable, youthful look. However, it is important to understand how to apply the cream to benefit fully from it.
What Is CBD Cream?
CBD cream is a topical product infused with cannabidiol and other essential substances such as beeswax and coconut oil. It can be applied to various areas of the skin and the joints.
Some people are often skeptical of purchasing CBD creams due to the false presumption that CBD is psychoactive, as it is closely associated with marijuana. To set the record straight, CBD is a natural chemical compound obtained from hemp. Although hemp is a plant strain of the cannabis plant, it varies from marijuana due to its non-psychoactive properties.
How to Apply CBD Cream
Carefully Read the Guidelines Indicated on the Product Label
You need to read the instructions indicated on the product label. The instructions are brief and precisely explain how to apply the product, the amount you should use, and how frequently you can use the cream. Furthermore, the instructions are backed up by scientific evidence, and the cream's purpose affects the directions for use. For example, a small amount of CBD cream can be used on the forehead, while a larger amount can be applied to your arms.
While applying the cream, ensure you allow enough time for the cream to penetrate the skin properly.
Clean Your Skin
Before applying the cream, clean your skin to guarantee proper penetration of the cream to deeper skin layers. Using the cream after a shower is recommended since it helps retain skin moisture. You can also gently exfoliate your skin to remove dirt, oil, and bacteria clogging the skin pores.
Clean Your Hands Before Using the Cream
Wash your hands before using the cream to remove germs and bacteria that may be transferred onto your skin.
Apply the Cream Using Circular Motions
Using your fingertips, apply the cream onto your skin using circular motions. You can do this for a minute or two and let it settle for about 5 minutes to ensure the cream properly penetrates the skin. Using circular motions ensures the cream reaches the endocannabinoid receptors beneath the skin.
If you are new to CBD, it is better to apply a small amount of the cream and increase your dosage slowly as your body adapts to the presence of cannabidiol in your system. Furthermore, if you are using a higher-potency CBD cream, you'll only need a small amount of the cream to guarantee efficacy.
How To Purchase CBD Creams
- Do not let yourself get hoodwinked by extremely cheap CBD creams. Such creams may be infused with inorganic substances like molds and pesticides, and insufficient amounts of CBD
- Confirm the extraction method used to obtain the CBD extract. CO2 extraction is more popular as it guarantees a higher purity level in CBD extract. Although butane hash oil extraction (BHO) is more economical, it is less preferred since it may leave behind solvent residues in the CBD extract.
- Read the customer reviews to get more insight into the product's functionality.
- By checking the hemp source, ensure the CBD extract is obtained from organically grown hemp.
- Confirm whether the product has undergone thorough independent third-party testing.
- Check whether the company has its Certificate of Analysis posted on its website. The Certificate of Analysis indicates the product's ingredients, potency, and purity.
- Read the product description and ensure no inorganic substances, such as heavy metals and pesticides.
- Confirm the THC levels are below 0.3%. Full-spectrum CBD creams have low THC levels, while broad-spectrum and CBD isolate creams do not contain CBD.
Medical Benefits of CBD Creams
Dawidowicz et al. (2021) stated that CBD creams have antioxidant properties that alleviate oxidative stress by removing free radicals in the skin.
Kuhathasan et al. (2019) stated that CBD creams improve sleep quality by reducing muscle tension and alleviating pain.
Überall et al. (2020) stated that CBD has the potential to relieve symptoms of neuropathic diseases.
Brave & L. (2019) stated that CBD creams have moisturizing properties that replenish skin cells and prevent skin dehydration.
Peyravian et al. (2022) stated that CBD creams have anti-inflammatory properties that relieve skin inflammation. Furthermore, they relieve skin irritation, redness, and other skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis.
Are CBD Creams Legal?
Most people presume that CBD creams and other CBD products are illegal since CBD is closely associated with cannabis. However, amendments were made to the Controlled Substances list in 2018 after Congress passed the Farm Bill. These historic amendments led to the removal of hemp from the Controlled Substances Act as it was considered non-psychoactive. However, states were mandated to develop regulations concerning CBD products.
Possible Side Effects of CBD Creams
CBD creams may cause allergic skin reactions, depending on the substances infused in the cream. For example, coconut oil is often infused in various CBD creams due to its moisturizing properties. However, it may cause nut allergies in people allergic to coconut oil.
In addition, it may worsen the itching, especially if it is infused with terpenes.
CBD is known to cause diarrhea, changes in appetite and weight, and fatigue.
Can CBD Creams Relieve Acne?
Acne is a skin condition that causes inflammation, irritation, and redness. It is caused by the accumulation of dirt, oil, and bacteria on the skin, due to the blocking of skin pores. Moreover, it can also be caused by the overproduction of sebum, which may block skin pores. CBD creams have anti-inflammatory properties that reduce skin inflammation, effectively alleviating acne. CBD creams also cause proper skin hydration and regulate sebum production in the skin.
The Bottom Line
Before using CBD creams, ensure you carefully read the instructions on the product label. Cleanse, or exfoliate your skin, and wash your hands before applying the cream. Use a suitable amount of the cream, depending on its potency, and apply it in circular motions.
CBD creams relieve inflammation and pain due to their analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. They also improve sleep quality by reducing muscle tension and have anti-bacterial properties that remove bacteria and dirt from the skin. Before purchasing CBD creams, confirm the hemp source, extraction method, customer reviews, and THC levels. CBD creams have minimal side effects, although they may cause allergic skin reactions and worsen itching if infused with terpenes.
References
Dawidowicz, A. L., Olszowy-Tomczyk, M., & Typek, R. (2021). CBG, CBD, Δ9-THC, CBN, CBGA, CBDA and Δ9-THCA as antioxidant agents and their intervention abilities in antioxidant action. Fitoterapia, 152, 104915.
Kuhathasan, N., Dufort, A., MacKillop, J., Gottschalk, R., Minuzzi, L., & Frey, B. N. (2019). The use of cannabinoids for sleep: A critical review on clinical trials. Experimental and clinical psychopharmacology, 27(4), 383.
Überall, M. A. (2020). A review of scientific evidence for THC: CBD oromucosal spray (nabiximols) in the management of chronic pain. Journal of pain research, 13, 399.
Brave, L. (2019). CBD the Skin, Mind and Body. J Altern Complement Integr Med, 5, 060.
Peyravian, N., Deo, S., Daunert, S., & Jimenez, J. J. (2022). The Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Cannabidiol (CBD) on Acne. Journal of Inflammation Research, 15, 2795.
