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Two of the more popular ways of taking CBD are topically and orally. The two are distinctly different from each other, and it’s best if you understand what each method of consumption offers before you decide on what type of CBD product works for you.

What is Topical CBD?

To use CBD topically means to apply a CBD oil-infused product directly onto the skin, allowing the active compounds to be absorbed through the skin’s epidermis and pores. Once absorbed, CBD can interact with nearby cannabinoid receptors found on the skin’s sensory nerve fibres and subcutaneous tissue.

CBD topical products typically include CBD balms, CBD moisturisers and topical CBD cream that are infused with hemp oil rich in CBD. Topicals have grown in popularity in recent years, CBD has also found its way into products like lip balms, hair care products, and even cosmetics.

 CBD is permeable to the skin, although a heavy application is ideal to account for a somewhat low absorption rate. By applying CBD right to the skin, topical CBD allows the cannabinoid to be absorbed directly into an affected area. CBD is directed right to where it’s needed most, which means faster and a more focused onset of effects.

CBD topicals, when made from CBD oil, also contain an array of beneficial nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, proteins, and fatty acids that nourish and protect the skin from daily damage from exposure to the environment around it.

Experienced CBD users appreciate topical CBD because they’re able to apply the natural benefits of CBD right where they’re needed. Topical methods for taking CBD is so minimally invasive, it’s also popular among curious consumers who are just being introduced to CBD.

What is Oral CBD Consumption – Ingestible CBD Products 

When you take CBD orally, it means you ingest the CBD product. There are actually two oral CBD consumptions methods – under-the-tongue and ingestion.

In the under-the-tongue method of consumption, the CBD product is placed under the tongue and held there for 30-60 seconds. During that time, the CBD and other active compounds found in CBD oil are absorbed through the mucous membranes in your mouth and sent directly to your bloodstream, where they circulate through the body and interact with cannabinoid receptors in your endocannabinoid system.

In the ingestion method of consumption, you directly swallow the CBD product. When you swallow CBD products, such as CBD capsules, their active ingredients pass through your digestive system and are eventually metabolised by your liver. From the liver, the compounds are sent to your bloodstream.

A large number of CBD products are designed for oral consumption. CBD Oils, Tinctures, CBD Capsules, CBD Sprays and CBD Isolate can all be ingested.

Both those new and familiar with CBD enjoy consuming CBD orally because of the method’s simplicity and convenience.

Differences Between Topical CBD and Ingestible CBD: Choosing the Method That’s Right for You 

Topical and oral CBD consumption methods do have a couple of distinct differences that you should be aware of when selecting which one is best for you.

When you apply CBD topically, the CBD compounds interact with cannabinoid receptors that are near where the product is applied. The cannabinoids never enter the bloodstream, making them ideal for targeted treatments because they allow you to place the CBD right where it’s needed most. Because CBD topicals offer balancing effects that are more focused, they’re a good choice for addressing tired muscles and joints or giving some much-needed attention to troubled skin areas.

When you take CBD orally, the compounds eventually enter the bloodstream. This means the cannabinoids are able to interact with cannabinoid receptors throughout the body, from the brain and central nervous system to peripheral organs and the immune system.

Of the two oral CBD methods, sublingual CBD offers faster natural effects than ingestion. Because the sublingual method allows CBD to bypass the digestive system, CBD is delivered much more quickly to the bloodstream compared to when you ingest the compounds and they have to first be metabolized by the liver.