CBD (Cannabidiol) oil is derived from hemp. Many people confuse hemp with marijuana, but hemp is a very different plant. Marijuana and hemp may share the same scientific name, Cannabis sativa, but they are not the same.

What is Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol and why don’t I want it in my CBD? What is the difference between ‘full-spectrum’ and ‘broad-spectrum’? What is the ‘entourage effect’?

When you are new to CBD or cannabidiol, or even if you’ve been a long time devotee, there are a lot of new and unfamiliar terms that you should know to be able to make informed decisions.

According to a recent article in U.S. News, everywhere you turn these days, there seems to be a topical product with CBD. From lotions and creams to salves and serums, the addition of CBD appears to be the latest trend in health care and skin care. But are topical CBD products truly effective?