Hemp Wellness: Topical Use

Hemp wellness products for topical use, like balms, creams and salves, are gaining popularity for good reason. Made from industrial hemp, these products are non-psychoactive and designed to support the skin and body from the outside in.

Topical hemp products are commonly used to help soothe tired muscles, support joint comfort, and nourish dry or irritated skin. Many people appreciate hemp’s natural profile, including its fatty acids and plant compounds, which work in harmony with the skin rather than masking symptoms.

As with all wellness products, quality matters. Look for transparently sourced hemp, clear ingredient lists, and manufacturers who prioritise good farming and processing practices.

Hemp isn’t just a building material or a food crop, it’s a versatile plant supporting wellbeing in many forms.

Jeremy Thomas

Jeremy Thomas is Secretary of iHemp NSW and a member of the Marketing Sub-Committee, supporting the organisation through clearer communication, stronger member engagement and sector visibility. He works at the intersection of education, advocacy and industry growth, with a particular focus on hemp in the built environment, especially hempcrete and co-founded the Hemp Building Directory with Kirstie Wulf. Much of this mission-driven work sits within Environmentarian, the ethical agency he founded to help purpose-led organisations build credible, effective digital ecosystems.