

CBD Creams and Compounds
CBD CREAM FOR PAIN RELIEF
WHAT EXACTLY IS CBD CREAM?
Derived from the cannabis plant, CBD, an abbreviation for cannabidiol, is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and encourage relaxation. When added to skincare products, hemp-derived CBD absorbs through the skin to provide a host of benefits including complexion balancing, anti-aging action, and pain relief, to name a few. The base formula in most CBD Creams is not much different than typical high-quality skincare beauty and pain creams with the added infusion of CBD. When formulated for pain relief, many CBD ointments, salves, and lotions include active ingredients like menthol in different strengths to provide instantaneous relief. Beauty products and skincare lines will include oil and water for moisturizing in addition to CBD and possibly other minor cannabinoids and fragrance additives. The family of CBD topicals includes CBD creams, compounds, salves, balms, and lotions designed for a variety of uses in many sizes. The amount of CBD in the cream is measured by milligrams and will be clearly noted on the label.
HOW TO USE CBD PAIN CREAM
CBD Creams & Ointments for Pain
CBD creams and compounds designed for pain relief can be used as part of a massage treatment, for rehabilitative therapy, or as part of an at-home treatment plan for chronic conditions like arthritis, joint pain, or neuropathy. When choosing a CBD cream or ointment, read the product labels to determine its potency, most ranging from 3 to 8 mg. Consider starting out with a lower dosage and increase the dosage as necessary. Other ingredients in the product should also be considered especially if you have skin sensitivities or allergies.
To use CBD cream in a pain regimen, simply massage the product directly into the area being treated. CBD topicals are effective on the surface level of the skin as well as deeper into muscles and joints. Reapply as necessary, however, most experts suggest using a maximum of five times per day. Again, following the manufacturer's instructions will ensure the best results.
CBD Retail Opportunities
The CBD products market is a multi-billion dollar industry projected to quadruple in the coming years. A well-thought-out retail strategy can add profit to your bottom line. Consider prominent displays of CBD products that you use in your services to entice your customers to bring home some of the magic between services or have CBD lotion, cream, or scrub 'testers' readily available for your clients to try while they wait for their service. For clients experiencing chronic pain, offer to add a CBD topical analgesic like CBD Clinic's Revolutionary Pain Relief Ointment or give them a small trial pack to take home.
Please note: Selling CBD products is dictated by state law and should be researched thoroughly in your home municipality before adding this strategy to your business.
BEST CBD CREAM BRANDS


CBD CLINIC™ sets the gold standard for developing revolutionary CBD pain relief products with the best natural ingredients available. An effective alternative to traditional topical analgesics, these non-prescription pain-relieving ointments, creams and massage oils were developed and produced in a compliant facility dedicated to the highest levels of quality.


TheraReleaf is a complete line of topical analgesics for authorized distribution through hands-on health & wellness professionals. CBD TheraReleaf combines quality active ingredients formulated to bring extra strength pain relief therapy to sore muscles and joints, simple backache, arthritis, bruises, cramps, strains, and sprains.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What Are CBD topical pain cream and CBD Oil Compounds used for?
CBD products are thought to be effective and fast-acting anti-inflammatories and pain-relievers. CBD topical creams, sprays, balms, lotions, and oils, can be applied directly to the affected area to help resolve a wide range of conditions including muscle pain, arthritis, and eczema (dry skin). These CBD products also offer anti-aging properties helping to eliminate fine lines and wrinkles, while improving the overall look and health of your skin.
What brands of CBD Creams and other topical products are available?
At Massage Warehouse, we are constantly working to provide our valued customers with superior quality CBD creams and topical ointments sourced from top names in the industry. We proudly offer CBD products from Lab+Blends, Charlotte’s Web, CBD Clinic, PlusCBD Oil, TIDL, Green Roads, and many more.
Does CBD work well for pain relief?
The medicinal properties of CBD creams and compounds can help you target and alleviate pain and discomfort faster and more effectively than massage therapy alone. According to many scientific studies conducted over the past 14 years, CBD oil, topical lotions, and creams have been found to be a powerful remedy to relieve body pain and muscle tension, reduce inflammation, minimize stress and anxiety, and positively affect sleep cycles and habits.
Is CBD an effective anti-inflammatory?
In addition to pain relief, initial studies show that CBD oil-infused products are a promising anti-inflammatory by acting as an antioxidant and preventing losses of micro-elements, like zinc and selenium, that play a prominent role in a balanced immune system. To maximize the efficacy of CBD creams, oils, or other topical products, routine use is recommended.
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CBD CREAM USER'S MANUALA Beginner’s Guide to Cannabidiol & Cannabis Therapeutics |
Cannabidiol or CBD is a non-intoxicating component of the cannabis plant with enormous therapeutic potential. Although CBD doesn’t make people feel high like THC does, it’s causing quite a buzz among scientists, health professionals, and medical marijuana patients who are using CBD-rich products to treat a wide range of conditions—chronic pain, cancer, Crohn’s, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, PTSD, cardiovascular disease, anxiety, antibiotic-resistant infections, multiple sclerosis, schizophrenia, and more. Academic research centers in the United States and elsewhere are currently studying the effects of CBD on these and other ailments. Scientists refer to CBD as a “promiscuous” compound because it confers therapeutic benefits in many different ways while tapping into how we function physiologically and biologically on a deep level. Extensive preclinical research and some clinical studies have shown that CBD has strong anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticonvulsant, anti-depressant, anti-psychotic, anti-tumoral, and neuroprotective qualities. Cannabidiol can change gene expression and remove beta amyloid plaque, the hallmark of Alzheimer’s, from brain cells. Cannabidiol and THC (The High Causer) are the power couple of cannabis therapeutics; they work best together. CBD and THC interact synergistically to potentiate each other’s curative qualities. CBD enhances THC’s painkilling and anticancer properties, while lessening THC’s psychoactivity. CBD can also mitigate adverse effects caused by too much THC, such as anxiety and rapid heartbeat. When both compounds are present in sufficient amounts in the same cannabis strain or product, CBD will lower the ceiling on the THC high while prolonging its duration. (“Relaxing but not intoxicating” is how one patient described CBD-rich cannabis.) CBD broadens the range of conditions treatable with cannabis, such as liver, cardiovascular and metabolic disorders, which may be less responsive to THC-dominant remedies. CBD and THC both stimulate neurogenesis, the creation of new brain cells, in adult mammals. The most appropriate delivery system for CBD-rich cannabis is one that provides an optimal dose for a desired duration with few unwanted side effects. CBD-rich cannabis flower varietals for smoking or vaping are available in many medical marijuana dispensaries, but most CBD patients prefer non-inhalable products made with cannabis oil concentrates. Although banned by federal law, measurable doses of potent CBD-rich cannabis remedies are available in many non-smokable forms and can be utilized in various ways. The time of onset and duration of effect vary depending on the method of administration. CBD-rich cannabis oil products can be taken sublingually, orally (as edibles, lozenges, beverages, tinctures, and gel caps), or applied topically. Concentrated cannabis oil extracts can also be heated and inhaled with a vape pen. Inhalation is good for treating acute symptoms that require immediate attention; the effects can be felt within a minute or two and typically last for a couple of hours. The effects of orally administered CBD-rich cannabis oil can last for four hours or more, but the onset of effects is much slower (30-90 minutes) than inhalation. An effective dosage can range from as little as a few milligrams of CBD-enriched cannabis oil to a gram or more. Begin with a small dose of high CBD/low THC oil, especially if you have little or no experience with cannabis. Take a few small doses over the course of the day rather than one big dose. Use the same dose and ratio for several days. Observe the effects and if necessary adjust the ratio or amount. Don’t overdo it. Cannabis compounds have biphasic properties, which means that low and high doses of the same substance can produce opposite effects. Small doses of cannabis tend to stimulate; large doses sedate. Too much THC, while not lethal, can amplify anxiety and mood disorders. CBD has no known adverse side effects, but an excessive amount of CBD could be less effective therapeutically than a moderate dose. “Less is more” is often the case with respect to cannabis therapy. Look for products with clear labels showing the quantity and ratio of CBD and THC per dose, a manufacturing date, and a batch number (for quality control). Select products with quality ingredients: No corn syrup, trans fats, GMOs, artificial additives, thinning agents or preservatives. CBD-rich products should be lab tested for consistency and verified as being free of mold, bacteria, pesticides, solvent residues, and other contaminants. Best to avoid products extracted with toxic solvents like BHO, propane, hexane or other hydrocarbons. Opt for products that utilize safer extraction methods such as supercritical CO2 or food-grade ethanol. Single-molecule CBD will inevitably become a federally approved Big Pharma medicine. Products infused with a crystalline CBD isolate, derived and extensively refined from industrial hemp, are already being marketed by unregulated internet storefronts. But single-molecule CBD is less effective therapeutically than whole plant CBD-rich oil extract. Scientific studies have established that synthetic, single-molecule CBD has a very narrow therapeutic window and requires precise, high doses for efficacy, whereas lower dose, whole-plant, CBD-rich treatment regimens are already showing efficacy for many conditions among patients in medical marijuana states. Whether synthesized in a Big Pharma lab or derived from industrial hemp, single-molecule CBD lacks critical secondary cannabinoids and other medicinal compounds found in high-resin cannabis strains. These compounds interact with CBD and THC to enhance their therapeutic benefits. Scientists call this the “entourage effect.” Numerous cannabis compounds have medicinal attributes, but the therapeutic impact of whole plant cannabis is greater than the sum of its parts. If you live in a state where medical marijuana is legal and available, look for CBD products made from high-resin cannabis (rather than low resin industrial hemp) that are sold in medical marijuana dispensaries. Hemp-derived CBD-infused products of varying quality are also available via dozens of internet storefronts. Compared to whole plant CBD-rich cannabis, industrial hemp is typically low in cannabinoid content. A huge amount of hemp is required to extract a small amount of CBD, thereby raising the risk of contaminants because hemp, a bio accumulator, draws toxins from the soil. That’s a great feature for restoring a poisoned ecosystem, but it’s not recommended for extracting medicinal oil. Heavily refined CBD paste or terpene-free CBD powder is poor starter material for formulating CBD-rich oil products. The FDA has tested dozens of so-called CBD “hemp oil” products and found that in many cases these products contained little or no CBD. CBD-infused nutraceuticals have not been approved by the FDA as food supplements; nor are these products legal in all 50 U.S. states. By and large, however, interstate CBD commerce is tolerated by federal authorities. CBD is a very safe substance, but patients taking other medications should check with their doctor about drug interactions, which are more likely when consuming high doses of single-molecule CBD products. At sufficient dosages, CBD will temporarily deactivate cytochrome P450 enzymes, thereby altering how we metabolize a wide range of compounds, including THC. Cytochrome P450 enzymes metabolize more than 60 percent of Big Pharma meds. CBD is a more potent inhibitor of cytochrome P450 than the grapefruit compound Bergapten, so ask your doctor if grapefruit interacts with your medication. If grapefruit does, then CBD probably does, too. Patients on a CBD-rich treatment regimen should monitor changes in blood levels of prescription medications and, if need be, adjust dosage. Visit https://www.projectcbd.org for more information on CBD. |