All About CBD Topicals
What is a Topical?
Topicals are products that are applied externally on the human body. Some common topical products include lotions, salves, gels, creams and oils. Topicals are made with a wide array of bases such as shea butter, beeswax, cocoa butter, coconut oil and olive oil.
What is CBD?
CBD is a chemical compound known as a cannabinoid. Cannabinoids including but not limited to CBD are found in high concentrations in hemp and marijuana. CBD and other cannabinoids are currently being studied for their potential benefits and negatives by scientists all over the world.
What is a CBD Topical?
CBD extracts and oils blend best into fats/oils. This makes most oil/fat based topicals an excellent natural carrier for CBD. Many CBD topicals will contain other holistic ingredients to enhance the effects of the product. Some commonly used additional ingredients include menthol, essential oils, scents, minerals and aloe.
Where can you purchase CBD Topicals in Colorado?
CBD topicals can be easily found in nearly all CBD stores in Northern Colorado. When purchasing a CBD topical make sure to always verify the potency of the product. If possible, it is recommended to always be able to verify your product’s potency with a certificate of analysis, or COA for short.
What is the best CBD topical?
CBD topicals come in all types of varieties and typically have an intended purpose. You can find products intended for both localized application and also larger area applications. CBD massage oils are a great way to easily enhance your massage. Another way CBD topicals are commonly used is with lotion containing aloe to help hydrate skin.
Are CBD topicals safe to use?
CBD topicals when used properly are generally speaking safe to use. That being said, always remember that CBD products are not directly regulated by the FDA or any significant governing agency. Make sure to always check the ingredients of CBD topicals and also verify that the product has been tested by a 3rd party lab. You should always be able to easily find a certificate of analysis or COA for short associated with all CBD products.
CBD topicals are also not typically intended to be used on broken or open wounds. Unless the product specifically states that it is for that intended purpose, it is recommended to not apply the product. Many CBD topicals may contain ingredients like menthol, alcohol, or citric acid that may cause significant pain and discomfort if the product is applied improperly.
CBD Stores in Northern Colorado
CBD also known as Cannabidiol, is a frequently found Cannabinoid in both hemp and cannabis. CBD is legal in Colorado and commonly sold CBD stores, dispensaries, glass shops and online marketplaces. If you are looking for a CBD store, make sure to check out the CBD store listings on NocoDispo.com.
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