The Best CBD Balms And Salves For Pain Relief

Almost half of first-time CBD users in the US tried it to help with pain. So it’s no surprise that CBD balms for pain have gotten so popular since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill. These thicker, wax-based topicals are ideal for muscle pains and aches, forming an oily seal on the skin and allowing the CBD and other cannabinoids to work their magic for longer. The challenge comes in finding high-quality products, and that’s where CBD Oracle comes in. We’ve rated 96 CBD balms using our expert-backed product quality evaluation framework, and these are the very best. What makes a CBD balm effective for pain? While broad spectrum options can work (and we’ve included some in the list), Forest Green full spectrum CBD spectrum products containing CBD, THC and Forest Green hemp extract other minor cannabinoids are likely to be the best for pain. CBD topicals generally only work on the skin unless they have something that helps them get through the barrier. Chemical permeation enhancers (such as menthol or vitamin E) or nano-emulsion formulae help the cannabinoids make their way into your blood and thereby boost the effects.



Beta-caryophyllene, linalool and myrcene are three common hemp terpenes that either have an anti-inflammatory or pain-relieving effect. Many CBD balms and salves also incorporate other pain-relieving ingredients like camphor. Camphor, in particular, is an effective pain reliever and doesn’t interact with CBD in topical products, making it a great addition. Out of 96 balms and salves, only three brands had products that scored above 80% on our framework. Charlotte’s Web is one of the most well-known and respected brands in the industry, and their Hemp-Infused Balm with CBD is a fantastic option for people struggling with pain. As well as 450 mg of full spectrum CBD per tin, it contains vitamin E and menthol as permeation enhancers, helping the cannabinoids absorb through your skin. It also has camphor, a proven pain-relieving ingredient to support the effects of the cannabinoids. The hemp used in the balm is also high-quality, grown in the US at a single location using organic practices and with the whole process - seed to sale - overseen by Charlotte’s Web.



Throw in top-quality manufacturing and batch-by-batch lab testing and you can see why Charlotte’s Web is so widely recommended. Aspen Forest Green hemp extract’s products are made from the flowers of Colorado-grown, USDA-certified organic hemp, and extracted via supercritical CO2 in an FDA-registered, GMP-certified facility. Throw in full panel testing by a reputable lab, and you can see why their products are consistently ranked among the best in the industry. Their Relief Forest Green full spectrum CBD Spectrum Balm brings all of this quality to the world of topical CBD, with THC to boost the pain-relieving effects and with jojoba seed oil to boost absorption through the skin. The result is a fantastic CBD balm that’s easy to spread and gets the job done when it comes to pain relief. The only downside is that it’s a little pricey, especially if you need continuous relief. Our tester used the balm for a meniscus tear in his right knee, and commented that it gave some of the best relief out of all the topical products we covered.



"The only difference is the balm is oilier and a little easier to apply for me personally. The biggest downside he pointed out is that you’ll likely have to apply a few times per day, which will make any serious treatment quite expensive. Lazarus Naturals’ CBD Balm Stick combines a convenient format with high-quality hemp and well-chosen ingredients to produce an effective topical treatment for pain. The stick contains a massive 3,600 mg of CBD, and with the price at $42, it’s an almost unbeatable deal per mg of CBD. As well as a full spectrum of cannabinoids (also including THC, CBC, CBG and CBL), the stick contains menthol to enhance absorption and capsaicin for pain relief. Lazarus Naturals’ hemp is also top-quality, Oregon-grown and USDA certified organic, and they handle the whole production proves from seed to sale. Everything is lab tested to ensure safety, and they offer a money-back guarantee if you aren’t completely satisfied.