Why is CBD used in topical skincare products?
The beauty and skincare world snatched up CBD for its soothing and hydrating qualities, and you can now find it in face creams, balms, lotions and salves everywhere. Are you interested in giving it a go?
We have recommended some of the best CBD topical products below with real reviews from our customers, to help you delve into the innovative world of CBD skincare.
What is CBD cream?
CBD cream and other topicals are quite similar to your usual skincare products. The only difference is they have been enhanced with cannabidiol, which is extracted from a paste of hemp plant leaves and flowers.
What are some CBD cream benefits?
- It can soothe the skin, especially when it features in a CBD muscle balm
- It is very moisturising and can help your skin achieve the correct balance of oil production for your skin type
- It’s an antioxidant, which help to protect your skin from free radical damage caused by oxidative stress
- It can help protect your skin
The top CBD topicals: lotions, creams, and salves
Now you know why to give CBD topical products a go, here is how you can with the 7 best CBD skincare products we sell.
1. The best CBD skin cream for the body
Is your skin in need of some serious re-hydration? This indulgent body butter is one of the best CBD cream for skin lacking in moisture. It is made of cocoa / shea / almond butter, moisturising oils and 500mg of full spectrum hemp oil, which is 66% CBD and other cannabinoids.
What our customers have to say:
James Matthew – Nice coverage body butter – 5/5 stars
“I bought this a few weeks back and love the way it replenished my skin, especially around my joint areas. The body butter seems to work well at rejuvenating my dry itchy skin.”
RoisinD – Smells amazing! – 5/5 stars
“I bought this body butter tub two weeks ago and just saw that it is now sold out. I’ll definitely buy it again when it’s back in stock because it smells amazing! It has worked wonders on my dry skin, just by using a little bit every night on one particularly dry area. Love it!”
2. The best CBD face cream
Holland & Barrett CBD Day Cream
This CBD-enriched face cream is antioxidant-rich and provides intense moisturisation for every skin type. The CBD and hemp oils work together to regulate your skin’s oil production to help you maintain a healthy balance. It can help tackle free-radicals and encourage healthy ageing for firm, healthy and youthful skin.
What our customers have to say:
LuluH – Recommended – 5/5 stars
“Cleared my teenage daughter’s skin up beautifully, always stress the importance of moisturising even from a young age, this is great stuff.”
AnnaHH – Wonderful cream! – 5/5 stars
“A really lovely cream. Great for my skin which is prone to flare-ups, spots, sensitivity etc. My skin felt fresh and moisturised, not claggy or greasy. Would definitely recommend.”
3. The best CBD serum
This super concentrated CBD serum has a light texture and deeply moisturises your skin. The CBD and hemp seed oils collaborate to help your skin achieve balanced oil production that suits your skin type.
What our customers have to say:
Jutaaibm – Exceeded my expectation – 5/5 stars:
“Bought this during Xmas coming as a gift set. It is so amazing, and my skin feels so soft and smooth since using it. It works better than some other very expensive brands on my face.”
4. The best CBD balm
Ambience CBD-infused Muscle Balm
It’s un-tense. This premium CBD-infused muscle balm invigorates, relieves and soothes tired and tense muscles. Just rub it into the affected area for quick relief.
What our customers have to say:
Efo1982 – Love it so far – 5/5 stars
“Bought this cream to help with sore legs caused by training/running. Tried it twice so far and like the texture and the smell. Legs feel also relaxed upon application. I recommend this product.”
Kipababe – Best Balm – 5/5 stars
“This balm has been the best for me, works every time.”
Anonymous – Great – 5/5 stars
“A great product worked well on different areas. Rubbed in easily.”
5. The best CBD skin gel
Cubid CBD Re:vive Stay Active Gel
Whatever you love to do to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle, this ultra-cooling gel is here to support you. Eucalyptus, rosemary and camphor come together with 66% CBD (and other cannabinoids) hemp oil to provide a calming effect to targeted areas.
What our customers have to say:
Pavan p – Excellent! – 5/5 stars
“Does exactly what it says! Will definitely be buying again. Worth every penny.”
6. The best CBD lip balm
Soften, smooth and replenish dry, cracked lips with this CBD enriched lip balm. Simply apply a little to your lips got a hydrating cannabidiol boost when you need it.
What our customers have to say:
Mrs H 123 – Best lip balm ever! – 5/5 stars
“The texture of the balm is wonderful and not gooey like other lip balls I’ve purchased before. It’s made my lips feel smooth and moisturised.”
JJ 20 – Great Moisture – 5/5 stars
“Great lip balm, nicely moisturizing without heaviness, quickly absorbed and smells so fresh, highly recommend.”
7. The best CBD hand cream
Dry hands are no fun. Try soothing away chapped skin on your hands with this super-nourishing hand cream. This ultra-soft hand cream is made with shea butter, almond oil, jojoba oil, cocoa butter and hemp oil with 250mg CBD to help hydrate dry hands.
What our customers have to say:
Hornby – Excellent hand cream will be a winter saviour – 5/5 stars
“I’ve been using this hand cream for about a week now and my hands feel so hydrated. I suffer from dry sore hands and this cream has been a miracle, soothing my hands so much. I would definitely recommend this to anyone with dry sore hands. This will be an absolute winter saviour for me!”
The subjective customer reviews above are only moderated for offensive content – they should not be regarded as medical or health advice; no reliance should therefore be placed on them; and they are not endorsed by Holland & Barrett. If you have any health problems or questions regarding the suitability of any product please contact a health professional. Products are not medicinal unless otherwise stated.
Last updated: 2 October 2020
