Topical
Topical CBD products are some of the most popular personal care items on the market today. Consumers absolutely love their versatility, which includes possible anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Importantly, applying CBD topically allows the product to absorb into the skin and cannabinoid receptors therein. In doing, CBD topicals could provide fast, location-specific relief and improve the condition of one’s skin. It’s no wonder people keep coming back for Doc’s topical CBD products (and you will, too!).
What is CBD?
CBD is a naturally occurring compound that develops in hemp flowers. Interestingly, CBD seems to mimic similar compounds that develop in humans and other mammals to help control stress. Endocannabinoids, or those that develop inside of the body, help control things like inflammation, pain perception, and more. When CBD, a plant-based cannabinoid, interacts with cannabinoid receptors within the body, it may exert similar effects.
What are Cannabinoid Topicals?
Cannabinoid topicals are self-care products intended for topical application and infused with cannabis-based cannabinoids like CBD and CBG. Importantly, most topicals only penetrate the first few layers of skin and muscle, bypassing the bloodstream as they do. As such, hemp topicals only work locally because they do not enter circulation. Even so, CBD topicals may still exert promising results like reduced skin irritation, improved complexion, and better skin elasticity.
How do Topicals Work?
Fun fact: the skin is the largest organ in the body. It protects our internal organs from germs and impact and helps regulate things like body temperature and other sensory information. What’s more, skin is also incredibly absorbent. In fact, as much as 60-70 percent of the substances that come into contact with the skin can penetrate it to some degree.
Notably, the skin also includes millions of tiny cannabinoid receptors. Essentially, CBD topicals work by activating surface-level CB receptors within the skin to help support our stress-busting endocannabinoid system from the outside in.
Best Reasons to Use CBD Topicals
Ease Muscle Pain
Though still inconclusive, preliminary research and anecdotal evidence suggest that CBD could help reduce muscle pain and swelling by modulating the signals that control inflammatory responses. For example, it may inhibit eicosanoid enzyme production which triggers inflammation or reduce the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines.
Minimize Imperfections
CBD’s proposed anti-inflammatory properties mean it could help reduce pimple pressure and swelling. What’s more, research suggests that it could minimize oil production which causes acne without drying out the skin. Finally, research suggests that CBD could improve skin elasticity to minimize the appearance of scars.
Stimulate Hair Growth
Though still inconclusive, early research suggests that CBD could stimulate hair growth thanks to its antioxidant properties. For example, this 2021 study found that regular, topical CBD application resulted in a 93% increase in hair after six months of continued CBD use. Interestingly, the results were more significant for men compared to women.
Buy CBD Hemp Topical Products from Doc’s Oils
Doc’s is proud to provide several premium CBD topicals, each intended for its own unique purpose. If you’re looking for fast-acting topical relief from headaches and muscle pains, we’ve got you covered.
Buy CBD topicals from Doc’s Oils now or contact us to schedule an appointment with the Doc.
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