CBD Cream

Do you suffer from dry, itchy skin? Your skin is begging for a CBD-infused experience for your whole body.

This CBD cream creates an all natural experience that will allow you to benefit from all the naturally occurring components of the hemp plant combined with CBD. This is more commonly referred to as the entourage effect. 

Today, there are a growing number of hemp-based cosmetics, CBD cream has become one of the most popular items in natural skincare. The reason for this is versatility and effectiveness. CBD cream can give you targeted skin hydration, post-workout recovery, joint support, and much more. Still wondering what else CBD Cream can do for you? Here’s everything you need to know about CBD cream and how to incorporate this latest wellness trend into your daily routine!

What is CBD Cream?

In plain sight, CBD cream is very similar in appearance, application, and texture to other lotions and creams that are popular health and beauty products. There is however a major difference. That is that CBD cream is fortified with hemp extract.

For starters, hemp extract is composed of the oils derived from theCannabis sativaplant. Within these oils is an abundance of proteins and fats that are ideal for a natural skincare regimen. These are ideal because of the fact that they provide your skin cells with amino acids and fat necessary to rebuild and heal.

As in our other CBD products, hemp extract is enriched with beneficial terpenes and phytocannabinoids. In case you are wondering what Terpenes are - they are volatile molecules that give plants (like cannabis) their distinct scents. However, these aromatic plant-based molecules are also behind the benefits of aromatherapy.

In addition to terpenes, phytocannabinoids are a group of 100+ compounds predominantly found in cannabis plants. Phytocannabinoids are exactly what make CBD oil unique from other plant-based regimens.

How To Make The Best CBD Cream

Simply put, upon harvest, the hemp leaves are dried and put through an extraction process. This is when plant matter is combined with a solvent.

This procedure breaks open tiny hairs known as trichomes on the leaves, seeds, and stems of the hemp. The Trichomes will then house the many beneficial compounds found in cannabis, this includes terpenes and phytocannabinoids in particular.

Following the trichomes, hemp extract undergoes a distillation process where the solvent is removed from the final product. Distillation does more than removes the solvent, it also strips unwanted plant material from the formula, such as chlorophyll and wax .

At this point the results are very beneficial plant material, however they also turn formulas green, which would make CBD cream an unwanted and we are sure very unpopular color green. Not only does this leave an unwanted green color, this plant matter also has a strong cannabis scent. This can be off-putting to many because aside from the moisturizing benefits of any cream, it has to have a pleasant fragrance. 

At this point, the challenge is the color and the fragrance without compromising very valuable benefits.  Here, manufacturers can use chromatography to isolate individual plant molecules, including phytocannabinoids. This technology allows brands the opportunity to create a wide variety of CBD cream products. In essence, you can mix and match the molecules you would like to benefit from. 

Results after distillation is CBD oil, which is then added to other ingredients that are used to formulate the desired CBD cream!

The extraction process, as you can see, can play a significant role in the efficacy of your CBD cream. Now we will explore the three main types of extraction methods used to create the best CBD creams and how exactly they can impact the product.

CBD Oil Extraction Methods

Although there are many ways to extract CBD oil. These methods can also make or break the effectiveness of the CBD cream. There is the option to use inferior ingredients and practices to save money. After all, one of the largest cost-cutting measures happens during the extraction process. Here is how it is possible: These are the top three CBD oil extraction methods and how they can affect the overall process.

Hexane and Chemical Solvents

Let’s begin with the most dangerous extraction method. This is through the use of chemical solvents, in example hexane. Hexane is generally used by some companies because it speeds up the extraction process. The negative side of hexane is that it is an artificial solvent derived from crude oil.

The reason companies are able to use this chemical solvent is due to the fact that it is deemed safe by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In addition to being added to some CBD products, hexane is also used as a commercial degreaser. Your skin would not be very welcoming of this chemical. 

Hexane can be removed during the distillation process, however there is a good chance that the damage might have already happened beforehand.

Hexane, phytocannabinoids, and terpenes are all chemical compounds. What do chemicals do when they interact? They have chemical reactions. In the case of terpenes and phytocannabinoids, these chemical reactions are beneficial for CBD oil. However, the effects of hexane or other chemical solvents on CBD have not been proven and are still unknown. This means that the integrity of the potency is now diluted by the sole presence of this chemical solvent. 

Alcohol or Ethanol

A very common way to extract CBD oil naturally is with alcohol or ethanol. If you have ever taken a shot of vodka, or smelled gasoline then you know just how abrasive these vapors can be

Remember the trichomes and how they housed all those beneficial compounds of the hemp plant? When hemp matter is exposed to alcohol, its vapor tears open the plant’s trichomes. This reaction naturally releases phytocannabinoids and terpenes into the elixir. After this the blend is then distilled to make hemp extract for CBD cream.

CO2 Extraction

Carbon dioxide extraction ( CO2 extraction ) is the best way to extract hemp oil for CBD cream. This natural process uses supercritical CO2. Have you ever seen someone handle dry ice while wearing gloves? This is because the incredibly low temperatures of the ice can tear your skin off! That’s essentially what happens to trichomes when the blend undergoes extraction with supercritical CO2.

CO2 extraction causes the least amount of chemical reactions. As the CO2 and hemp molecules integrate, the temperature is slowly increased in a controlled environment.

Gradually, the carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere, leaving phytocannabinoids and terpenes in its wake. This is how we end up with the most potent phytocannabinoids, which in turn create the most effective CBD cream experience.

This practice is very green and unlike solvents and alcohols that get boiled off, CO2 is able to be recycled and used in future extractions. This is the exact reason why we only use CO2 extraction to make all of Third Day Naturals’ premium CBD topicals.

How Does CBD Cream Work?

The ingredients in the topical formula are designed to provide targeted and localized support to muscle, joints and skin. 

To the naked eye, CBD cream works like many other skincare products. This is because CBD cream contains many common ingredients found in popular cosmetics.

For instance, Third Day Naturals’ CBD Sports Cream includes organic Olea Europaea (Olive) fruit oil as its primary base due to its skin-nourishing healthy fats. We also use organic Aloe Barbadensis leaf juice for ultraviolet protection and organic peppermint essential oils that promote cooling sensations which help relax sore muscles.

On the other hand, daily intensive cream goes the extra mile in skin health, muscle support, and joint maintenance. It uses phytocannabinoids to amplify all of these benefits.

The Endocannabinoid System

The endocannabinoid system is our bodies intricate vast communication network. The endocannabinoid system’s goal and purpose is to promote a state of homeostasis (balance). This balance is what we all seek on a daily basis when we are faced with all sorts of circumstances throughout the day.

Homeostasis is regulated by our cells. When we are born, our bodies aren’t exposed to poor diets, stress, and lackluster exercise habits.We essentially enter the world in a state of near homeostasis.

Our cells take note and continue to proliferate with the expectation that conditions won’t change. The struggle begins when our cells are constantly faced with change. As we age and become adults, homeostasis becomes harder to maintain.

The way human cells perform is with gauges that monitor the surrounding areas. These guages act similar to an internal alarm system.  They are known as cannabinoid receptors. Cannabinoid receptors pick up on inflammatory responses that destroy things such as skin cells, hormonal imbalances caused by parabens in cosmetics, or overworked muscles from an intense workout.

These receptors communicate through cellular signals throughout the endocannabinoid system. Simply put, it’s as if they send group texts to the rest of the body. Your mind interprets these signals and manifests your issues. For example, cannabinoid receptors are responsible for itchy skin, sore muscles, or achy joints. When this is communicated to our endocannabinoid system it provides us with the antidote.

Whenever our cannabinoid receptors face adversity (or lack of homeostasis), our body goes into panic mode. Organs, tissues, cells, and muscles have the ability to produce chemicals known as endocannabinoids .

Endocannabinoids seek out and bind to distressed cannabinoid receptors. This interaction soothes the receptors, which in turn promotes homeostasis.

Inevitably, our bodies are always under attack—whether it be from stress, environmental toxins, or dietary choices—causing our cannabinoid receptors to go into overdrive. Eventually, the supply of endocannabinoids fails to keep up with the demand. That’s why many people combat issues of dry skin, stiff joints, and sore muscles as they age. This is due to the body’s inability to keep up with such high demands. 

Nature however provides us with the solution, phytocannabinoids in CBD oil have a similar effect on our bodies as our endocannabinoids. Even more unique, each phytocannabinoid interacts with our receptors differently.

Brands that use phytocannabinoid-rich hemp extract in their CBD cream can promote a wide range of benefits.

The Skin and Endocannabinoid System

This skin has very important jobs to perform. It protects us from a mess of germs destroying our natural defenses, the sun’s ultraviolet rays damaging our vital organs, and environmental toxins promoting the growth of free radicals.

Our skin is more than what it seems. Inevitably, things will affect our skin. Because of this our skin has a bit of backup in the form of cannabinoid receptors.

Cannabinoid receptors are prevalent within every vital component of our skin health :

• Keratinocytes — Protect against UV radiation, maintain moisture
• Sebaceous Glands — Produce oils that lubricate the skin
• Sensory Neurons — Regulate skin sensations, such as itches
• Immune Cells — Promote tissue functions and protect body from invaders

The presence of cannabinoid receptors throughout the skin ecosystem differs from other parts of the body. Are you wondering why this makes CBD cream such an excellent addition to your wellness routine? Let us explain!

CBD Cream and the Endocannabinoid System

Remember how cannabinoid receptors regulate the endocannabinoid system? There are two types of cannabinoid receptors, aptly named CB1 receptor and CB2 receptor.

These receptors perform very different functions and interact with phytocannabinoids in unique manners. Therefore, CB1 and CB2 receptors tend to localize in opposite parts of the body.

CB1 receptors are prevalent in the brain, while CB2 receptors hang out around the digestive tract. Similarly, CB1 and CB2 both exist just a couple layers underneath the epidermis (external skin layer).

Both of these receptors play a significant role in keeping pathogens at bay and determining how our bodies react to these potential threats. Having the presence of both cannabinoid receptors so close to the surface is the reason CBD cream is so effective. 

How to Use CBD Cream

Applying CBD cream directly to troublesome areas can provide you with targeted care. You can apply CBD cream like you would any other topical. 

CBD Cream for Skin Health

For optimum moisturizing effects use CBD cream immediately after a shower.

Apply topical CBD cream first thing in the morning to give your skin a refreshed glow. Another way to benefit is to apply this ultra-hydrating topical before bed to help calm any irritated skin that might keep you up at night. 

Additionally, CBD oil promotes a relaxing effect on the endocannabinoid system, this can also encourage healthy sleep patterns! 

Keep in mind that CBD is non-habit-forming and doesn’t cause mind-altering experiences. So, you can use CBD hand cream as liberally as necessary.

CBD Cream for Post-Workout Recovery

Whether you feel sore after a workout, or have pushed a little too far. Maybe you aggravated an old injury, or unfortunately have caused a new one. No matter where you are on this spectrum, CBD oil cream may provide your body with some relief.

Applying CBD cream beforehand helps prime the muscles for your workout. However, they will still need some post-workout care. Use the same massaging techniques to rub Third Day Naturals’ CBD Sports Cream to the spots that need a little TLC.

This premium CBD cream blends the powers of phytocannabinoids with a proprietary blend of essential oils, including:

• Organic Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
• Organic Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Oil
• Organic Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
• Organic Gaultheria Procumbens (Wintergreen) Oil
• Organic Origanum Majorana (Sweet Marjoram) Oil

Essential oils are rich in terpenes. As we noted earlier, these aromatic molecules promote many health benefits.

CBD Cream for Joint Support

One of the primary conditions allowed to be treated by the state medical marijuana programs. CBD cream stays within the cannabis family, but it is a non-psychoactive alternative to marijuana for joint and bone support.

You can apply directly to area with pain whether it be your back, knee, etc. Allow up to an hour and if you still don’t feel relief, simply apply a second time. 

The Pros and Cons of CBD Cream

Realistically, just like any cosmetic product or item in your wellness routine, there are pros and cons to CBD cream. The difference is that in this case, the pros far outweigh the cons.

Let’s review both pros and cons:

Cons of CBD Cream

It has been said that topicals are not preferred because the benefits aren’t instantaneous. The reason for this is that topicals need to penetrate many layers of skin before they get through to the cannabinoid receptors.

In example, it can take up to an hour before you feel the benefits of CBD cream. However, when it does take effect, it will be long-lasting because your skin is always absorbing more phytocannabinoids.

If you prefer amore immediate relief, we recommend our CBD tincture . The tincture obviously can’t provide targeted support like our CBD cream, but phytocannabinoids are absorbed quicker when taken orally.

In that case why not choose tinctures over CBD Cream? Tinctures might be able to provide some benefits for those looking for joint or muscle support, However, you will receive longer lasting effects with CBD cream.

In our opinion, the #1 con for CBD cream is the potential for long ingredient lists. Keep in mind, everything that comes into contact with CBD has a reaction with it. Even your skin—this is what makes CBD cream so effective in the first place. 

As with all cosmetic products, there are a lot of points necessary to consider. For example, manufacturers need preservatives to prolong shelf life. They also need to add emulsifiers to give cream its texture. Nobody likes a stinky cream, so this adds the need for all the artificial fragrances.

Due to the lack of regulation within the CBD industry, many companies have to manage themselves and operate with full transparency. This way they are able to get away with selling CBD cream made with artificial ingredients and hemp that was extracted using chemical solvents.

If you are looking into CBD benefits and uses, I am sure you are a consumer who is proactive with your health. You have found a great product. You should only purchase from a company that performs third-party lab testing. Third Day Naturals allows you to verify the results to determine the phytocannabinoid content and purity of the formula.

Pros of CBD Cream

Now, that we got the few negatives out of the way, we are excited to review the many benefits. You will see for yourself, the pros of CBD cream far outweigh the cons.

The first and obvious pro is that CBD cream provides localized care to your aching body. You can work this soothing cream directly into your painful joints, or simply rub this moisturizer between your fingers to provide a naturally hydrating moisture to your dry, cracked skin.

As we explained before, your skin is lined with CB1 and CB2 receptors which helps many physiological functions associated with healthy bones and joints.

This allows cannabinoid receptors to modulate our comfort levels. How does this work? If there is swelling in joints or you’re losing bone mass, neighboring cannabinoid receptors are going to sound an alarm. This alarm is interpreted by your body with discomfort in various pockets of your appendages.

One example of how these receptors work is the role they play in hair growth. For instance, CB1 receptors are located at the root of a follicle. As the hair grows towards the epidermis, it reaches the sebum glands. These have CB2 receptors, which modulate the secretion of oils. This oil is the one responsible for keeping your hair from drying out by locking in moisture. This gives your skin a radiant glow all day long. Hot showers generally dry out these sebum oils, which is why we recommend using Third Day Naturals’ CBD Cream to moisturize after a shower.

Additionally, this moisture lock traps in other vitamins and minerals that are present in topicals, this is what gives your skin a chance to absorb beneficial terpenes and phytocannabinoids.

What can possibly be more beneficial than this? CBD cream with other active ingredients in the formula. For instance, Third Day Naturals’ CBD Sports Cream. This formula contains a blend of essential oils that promote post-workout recovery.

The Peppermint essential oil that we have added to our CBD Sports Cream contains menthol which provides a natural cooling sensation. If you are an athlete, you are well aware of the heat conducted by strained muscles and the relief the cooling sensation gives. We have also added rosemary oil to help dilate blood vessels. This promotes more efficient circulation, which in turn enhances absorption.

The addition of essential oils to CBD Sports Cream creates a unique team that provides an expanded array of benefits as a whole. At Third Day Naturals, we only use natural ingredients—including essential oils—that actually benefit your skin health, but they are also great for offering joint and muscle support. How can you be so sure? Well you can verify the purity of our formulas by accessing our lab reports.

We are excited to share that our CBD creams feel and smell great. Third Day Naturals’ CBD Cream uses essential oils for natural scents along with phytocannabinoid-rich hemp extract to provide fast-acting and long-lasting relief.

Which CBD Cream Is Right for You?

As with any cream, choosing one for you is as personal as picking out your favorite type of lotion or body wash. You must combine your personal preferences with your body’s specific needs. We try our best to make it easy for you to understand the difference between different types of CBD oil. The ultimate goal is to help you make the most educated decision for your health and beauty routine.

Types of CBD Cream

So to begin to understand different types of CBD Cream you must know there are three types of hemp extract formulas used to create CBD topicals. The difference between the three is their individual potency and effects on the endocannabinoid system.

When you look into the ingredient list you will see many CBD creams made with CBD isolate. What this means is that they used 99.9% pure CBD crystalline powder in their formula.

CBD isolate also tells you that there are no other phytocannabinoids present. At first, this might seem like a plus. Especially for those who are new to CBD. You would assume it’s a hefty serving of CBD, so it should be perfect for your wellness regimen right?.

Well, let’s clarify that on its own, CBD isolate can help promote healthy-looking skin because CBD interacts with our CB2 receptors. The reason this is so is that CB2 receptors modulate immune responses around the skin barrier. Sadly, the benefits of CBD isolate are generally not enough. There are more cannabinoid receptors and phytocannabinoids that must complete this wellness puzzle.

Remember the importance of the Entourage Effect? Each phytocannabinoid has a role in cultivating balance. CBD promotes homeostasis by stimulating our CB2 receptor. This means that It will sometimes interact with the CB1 receptor, but rarely.

Thankfully, other phytocannabinoids can pick up this slack. Each phytocannabinoid has a unique interaction with cannabinoid receptors. This is why each phytocannabinoid promotes different responses from the endocannabinoid system.

Ever hear the term “the more, the merrier!” ? This couldn’t be more true than with the phytocannabinoids. A wide spectrum of phytocannabinoids and terpenes promotes the synergistic act known as the entourage effect. You can experience the entourage effect through two different types of hemp extracts.

1. Full spectrum hemp extract contains all naturally occurring phytocannabinoids, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is the phytocannabinoid that causes mind-altering effects when you smoke marijuana. Due to the fact that science has proven so many health benefits to THC, we have been provided with medical marijuana programs.

Agriculture hemp must have 0.3% THC or less. This small amount of THC shouldn’t cause a psychoactive experience. It is just enough to support the widely beneficial entourage effect.

2. Broad spectrum hemp extract is THC-free but contains other naturally-occurring phytonutrients that elicit the entourage effect. Third Day Naturals’ CBD Cream is made with broad spectrum hemp extract. For those who still skeptical about putting THC in your body, but need more support than CBD isolate, our CBD Cream is just for you. It is also safe for the whole family!

How to Choose CBD Cream

The most important way to choose a CBD cream is to read the label carefully. Be familiar with all the ingredients in the formula and how they interact with your body.

Next, make sure the product is third-party lab tested for purity. We would never expect or ask you to take our own word for it. You can actively seek out these lab reports and verify that they match the claims on the label.

Most importantly, You should determine why you need CBD cream in the first place. Consider Third Day Naturals’ CBD Sports Cream if you need post-workout recovery or to ease discomfort from a sports injury. This formula is fortified with essential oils that speed up healing. As a bonus it simultaneously promotes healthier skin.

Perhaps you are to rejuvenate your skin and recapture your natural glow, opt for Third Day Naturals’ CBD Cream . This CBD cream is unscented, without the cooling action of Third Day Naturals’ CBD Sports Cream. It’s ideal for someone who doesn’t like to use cold therapy on their joints or doesn’t like the smell of menthol.

Where to Buy CBD Cream?

If you are looking for nothing less than premium CBD cream, you should try a local dispensary or head shop. 

We reccomend, you shop online. Hemp products are legal in all 50 states. So, you can be sure shipping across state lines would not be an issue. 

You can also get the personal touch of in-store shopping online with Third Day Naturals. All of our products are made with natural ingredients and are third-party lab tested for purity. Our processes and lab reports are easily accessible.

Don’t forget, as with all our products these come with a 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee. We are excited for you to try the Third Day Naturals difference!

Water/Aqua, Organic Olive Oil, Organic Glycerin, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Phytocannabinoid-Rich Hemp Extract, Gluconolactone, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tocopherol, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sea Salt and Calcium Gluconate

Microbial Analysis

Total Aerobic Count < 2,000 cfu/g.
Total Yeast and Mold < 200 cfu/g.
E. Coli = Negative.
Salmonella = Negative.

Contaminant Analysis

• Heavy Metals: Not Detected (ND).
• Lead: ND.
• Arsenic: ND.
• Residual Solvents: ND.