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What is CBD muscle balm?

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Want to give CBD muscle balms a whirl to see if they can soothe your tired and aching muscles? Discover 4 of the best CBD balms - reviewed by our customers.

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1What is CBD muscle balm?

CBD balm is a topical skincare product infused with cannabidiol (CBD). CBD balms and muscle rubs typically contain ingredients such as carrier oils...

2How does CBD balm work?

While you may have heard about the benefits of ingesting CBD before, using a muscle balm is probably going to work differently to your regular CBD...

3How to use CBD muscle balm

Have a warm bath or shower, drying thoroughly before applying the balm. Take a small amount of CBD balm in your hands and fingers to warm it up...

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CBD muscle balm is another of the wonderful wellness products on the market that have been enriched with CBD extract. 

These balms usually also include other extracts and oils in them, to nourish and soothe aching muscles. 

Wait…What is CBD?

Skip this bit if you already know about CBD! 

CBD is an endocannabinoid sourced from Cannabis Sativa (hemp plant), which are usually grown for nutritional purposes.

To make CBD oils and extracts, the flowers and leaves of the hemp plant are made into a paste and the CBD is extracted, hemp seeds are a secondary source.

What is CBD muscle balm?

CBD balm is a topical skincare product infused with cannabidiol (CBD).

CBD balms and muscle rubs typically contain other ingredients such as carrier oils, beeswax, and essential oils. These balms are designed to be applied externally to the skin in areas where you may experience discomfort, tension, or soreness.

How does CBD balm work?

While you may have heard about the benefits of ingesting CBD before, using a muscle balm is probably going to work differently to your regular CBD oil. CBD balms have their own unique benefits, like:
  • Invigorating, relieving and soothing tired muscles 
  • Helping to create heat during massage to aid circulation 
  • Nourishing the skin with effective ingredients
Woman holds an alternative medicine tin of homemade natural organic homeopathic CBD cannabis Delta 8 balm to treat chronic pain and rub massage into skin

How to use CBD muscle balm

  • Have a warm bath or shower, drying thoroughly before applying the balm. 
  • Take a small amount of CBD balm in your hands and fingers to warm it up. 
  • Massage the balm in circular motions into tired and aching muscles to help soothe some discomfort away.

FAQ

How much CBD balm should I use?

When using CBD balms, it is recommended that you use a small amount at first as it will spread out more when warmed up, increasing when necessary.
 

How to use CBD balm safely

CBD balms are safe for use and should be used according to product instructions. Like any other topical product, some people may be allergic to the product ingredients or a combination of ingredients in CBD muscle balms.

The best thing to do, as with any other cosmetic product, is to do a small skin test 24 hours before using it, to see if it causes a skin reaction. How to choose the right CBD balm? There are several factors to consider when you invest in a CBD balm, including: 
  • The amount of CBD in them
  • The quality of CBD
  • That it comes from a reliable brand and source 
  • You like the smell and feel of it 
  • That it is compatible with your skin
 

What are the benefits of CBD balms?

When formulated correctly and applied well, CBD balms can have the following benefits:
  • Invigorating and soothing tired muscles
  • As you massage it into your skin, the CBD balm helps to create a warming sensation which can aid circulation in affected areas
  • CBD balms are usually full of nourishing ingredients, so your skin gets to enjoy some benefits as well as your muscles
  • They’re a great choice for people who don’t like the taste of CBD oils or the idea of taking CBD orally, but still want to give it a go
 

Disclaimer

Here at H&B, we only sell CBD that meets our highest standards for purity, quality, and safety, as backed by leading trade associations (HFMA & EIHA) and expert laboratories so you can find the CBD you can trust. And in the format, flavour and strength you want too. 

The advice in this article is for information only and should not replace medical care. Please check with your GP or healthcare professional before trying any treatments or remedies. 

 The FSA set an acceptable daily intake of 0.15mg/kg/body weight which equates to 10mg for a 70kg for an adult (for products with 98% purity). 

This advice from FSA is precautionary and relates to long term sustained use of CBD. H&B recommend customers check labels and consider their daily intake of CBD and length of time they choose to take CBD based on this updated FSA advice. For more information please visit the FSA website
 

Sources

  1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7891210/
  2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8369499/

 

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