CBD oil has made its way into just about everything: Teas, gummies, vapor, skincare — and now, CBD massage therapy. At spas and salons, CBD is now a popular add-on treatment in the form of massage oils, lotions, and balms. These topical options are designed to target specific areas of tension, enhance pain relief, and bring a deeper sense of relaxation. Since we added CBD spa treatments at Balance Spa, we’ve noticed something incredible. Clients are walking away feeling calmer, looser, and more at ease in their bodies than before.

Whether you’re drawn in by the buzz or genuinely curious about the benefits of plant-based wellness, CBD is opening doors for more people to explore the power of natural healing. If you haven’t yet experienced CBD, a massage is a beautiful place to start.

Let’s walk through everything you need to know:

• What is CBD?
• What is CBD oil?
• What is a CBD massage?
• Will a CBD massage make me high?
• Benefits of CBD massage
• How does it actually work?
• Where can you book one?

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What is CBD?

CBD is short for cannabidiol. It’s a natural compound found in hemp plants. CBD is a cousin of THC, the compound responsible for the “high” in cannabis.  It’s the second most active ingredient in the plant, following THC. But unlike THC, CBD is not psychoactive and won’t alter your state of mind.

Hemp plants legally used for CBD must contain less than 0.3% THC. This is why CBD products won’t get you high.

CBD can be made synthetically in a lab or grown naturally. Some brands (like Mary’s Nutritionals) use whole hemp plant extracts. This preserves all the plant’s beneficial compounds without the psychoactive effects. These extracts are clean, natural, and rich in healing potential.

Fun fact: CBD and THC are among ~400 different chemical compounds found in hemp!

What is CBD Oil?

CBD oil is made by extracting cannabidiol (a natural compound) from the hemp plant.

It’s known for its therapeutic benefits, such as easing anxiety, reducing inflammation, and calming the nervous system.

Some early studies have shown that CBD can help with:

• Chronic pain, arthritis, and nerve pain when used topically for massages
• Anxiety and insomnia when taken orally
• Seizure disorders in children (like Dravet syndrome), which led to the first FDA-approved CBD medication, Epidiolex

While research is still ongoing, many people turn to CBD for natural support in managing physical and emotional stress.

Helpful tip: There are little-known negative side effects to CBD. However, if you have sensitive skin, allergies, are pregnant or nursing, or are on medication, it’s always smart to mention this to your massage therapist or consult your doctor first.

What is a CBD Massage?

CBD massages use CBD oil topically, rubbing it into your skin during your massage session. It can be combined with another massage oil or concentrated in certain areas needing extra attention.

CBD has become a natural extension of the wellness world due to its holistic benefits. More and more spas are embracing CBD for its calming, anti-inflammatory benefits. You can find CBD oil in:

• Massages
• Facials
• And even manicures!

More About CBD Massage Oil

At Balance Spa in Boca Raton, we use CauseMedic products in all of our CBD massage oil treatments. They grow their hemp with care. They enrich the soil with a six-ingredient blend, use reverse osmosis water, and hand-pluck the buds at harvest. This creates a potent, high-quality product that we trust and love.

CauseMedic products are formulated to target tension and soreness. This is perfect for athletes, weekend warriors, or anyone feeling the weight of daily stress.

Helpful tip: Call your local spa or look up their service menu to see if they offer any CBD-enriched treatments!

Will a CBD Massage Make Me High?

No, CBD massage oil will not make you high. We get this question all the time, and it’s an important one.

CBD is legal in all 50 states with varying restrictions. It does not produce euphoric or inebriating effects. In fact, it may even help counteract the paranoia or discomfort that can sometimes come with THC. Our products are made with broad-spectrum CBD. They contain zero THC, so you can enjoy all the healing properties of hemp, minus any unwanted mental effects.

Helpful tip: We understand some clients are worried about drug testing. You might be relieved to know most standard tests are designed to detect THC, not CBD.

Benefits of a CBD Massage

A CBD massage combines all the benefits of therapeutic bodywork with the natural relief of cannabidiol. It’s possible that it’s the best massage for stress and anxiety, as well as chronic pain.

Natural Pain Relief

Early research shows CBD may be effective for relieving pain and reducing inflammation, especially when applied directly to the skin:

• Sore from workouts or daily tension? A 2023 study of 20 former pro athletes found that 70% reported noticeably lower pain levels after using topical CBD regularly.
• For those with joint pain: A 2018 survey of 2,400 CBD users showed that most found CBD to help “very well” or “moderately well” with pain relief.
• A study published in the European Journal of Pain found that topical CBD may support arthritis relief.
• And, in a 2020 study, people dealing with neuropathy pain also reported significantly less discomfort after using CBD oil on affected areas.

Fun fact: Some massage therapists have even noticed their own hands stay less fatigued when using CBD massage oil during sessions!

Stress and Anxiety Relief

For some clients, CBD is the best massage for stress and anxiety. Early clinical trials have found CBD to be helpful in reducing the symptoms of stress and anxiety naturally. Relaxation is one of the main benefits our CBD massage clients share with us at Balance Spa!

Combined with massage, it can help soothe tight muscles to release built-up tension. As a result, your body can potentially relax more quickly and deeply during your session.

Better Sleep

When your body is relaxed, and your stress levels are lower, sleep tends to follow. Some studies have found that CBD may help people who struggle with insomnia or sleep disruptions. A CBD massage could help you wind down both physically and mentally, supporting a better quality of rest.

Elevated Mood

Several studies suggest that CBD may have positive effects on mood, including depressive symptoms.

Healthy Circulation

Massage alone helps boost blood flow. Add CBD to the mix to potentially further support your body’s natural healing processes.

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How Does CBD Work in a Massage?

To understand how CBD massage oil works, we need to look at your body’s endocannabinoid system.

This system is made up of naturally occurring compounds (called cannabinoids) and the receptors they interact with. These receptors influence pain response, mood, sleep, and inflammation. When you apply CBD topically (like during a massage), it interacts with those receptors right under your skin.

As a result, it may be the best massage for stress and anxiety for some. You can experience those benefits we talked about, like:

• Reduced inflammation
• Soothing pain relief
• A calming effect on your nervous system

Many people report benefits from topical CBD creams even outside of a massage, which is why you’ll find it in everything from pain relief patches to pet-calming chews.

Helpful tip: Never tried CBD? A massage is a great place to start. While science is still exploring how CBD is best absorbed, topical application offers a low-risk, effective option, especially for localized pain. 

Where Can You Book CBD Massage Near Boca Raton?

If you’re ready to experience what CBD can do for your body and mind, Balance Spa in Boca Raton is the place to start. Our team of trained massage therapists will customize your treatment with premium CBD massage oils and creams to target exactly what you need—whether that’s deep relaxation, pain relief, or simply some well-deserved peace.

At Balance Spa, we use:

• CauseMedic’s CBD Massage Oil packed with 6,400mg of broad-spectrum CBD to soothe, hydrate, and relax.
• CBD Relief Cream. This is a targeted spot treatment that delivers instant cooling comfort with menthol, camphor, capsicum, glucosamine, and mushroom extracts.

Your body (and your mind) will thank you. Book your appointment today and feel the difference a CBD massage can make.

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As you lie down on the massage table, take a deep breath and relax, you leave all your worries out the door and rely on your massage therapist to alleviate the toll outside stressors and activity has taken on your body. 

And while at Balance Spa, we only hire the best of the best, a massage therapy session is actually a lot more than just the therapists themselves.

Without the right massage cream, even a therapist with the magic touch can end up massaging too rough (from sticky massage cream and friction) or irritating your skin (from massage cream containing harmful skincare ingredients). 

That’s why we value not only the people on our team, but also the products we use. We’ve selected the best in gentle massage creams, lotions, and oils – Sacred Earth – so you can leave your massage therapy session feeling rejuvenated and relaxed.

What We Use: Sacred Earth

At Balance Spa, we value transparency. That means telling our clients everything – including not only what products we use, but also why we use them. We invest in Sacred Earth massage cream because we believe that relaxation starts with high-quality, non-toxic products.

Sacred Earth products are:

• Organic
• Environmentally Friendly
• Cruelty-Free and Vegan
• Unscented (meaning no synthetic fragrances)
• Hypo-allergenic

Ingredients

When you go to the store to buy a new lotion or moisturizer, you probably skim the aisles and read the back of the bottles to make sure you’re getting something that’s actually good for your skin. And, even though you can’t skim aisles on the massage table, it’s just as important to know what’s in the cream your massage therapist uses on you. 

Sacred Earth massage creams contain calming botanical extracts, fatty acids for that therapeutic moisture and glide, and hypo-allergenic ingredients for a deeply relaxing massage therapy session.

Here’s a breakdown of the ingredients in the Sacred Earth cream we use:

Skin Hydration, Moisture & Glide:

• Sunflower Oil (Organic)
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Organic)
• Vegetable Glycerin
• Octyl Palmitate

Relaxation:

• Lavender Extract (Organic)
• Arnica Extract (Organic)
• Chamomile Extract (Organic)

Antioxidants:

• White Tea Extract (Organic)
• Calendula Extract (Organic)
• Tocopherols

Thickening Agent:

• Sodium Carbomer

Emulsifier:

• Emulsifying Wax N.F.

Preservatives:

• Phenoxyethanol
• Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin

Other Ingredients:

• Purified Water

In our Sacred Earth massage cream you won’t find dimethicone, parabens, TEA, propylene glycol, and many other synthetic ingredients.

“Unusual” Massage Cream Ingredients Explained

You may recognize some of those ingredients, but some might look unusual at first glance such as tocopherols and ethyl hexyl glycerin. However, strange doesn’t always mean unnatural. 

Here’s how these ingredients are beneficial to your skin and your overall massage therapy experience:

Tocopherols

Tocopherols are chemicals that make up an essential form of Vitamin E. Because Vitamin E is an antioxidant, tocopherols are used in skincare products to aid in skin aging, damage, and inflammation.

Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin

Instead of using parabens, Sacred Earth uses ethyl hexyl glycerin as a natural preservative alternative. It’s derived from glycerin, which is a sugar alcohol, often taken from natural plant oils or animal products (Sacred Earth’s ethyl hexyl glycerin is vegan).

Phenoxyethanol

Another preservative, phenoxyethanol is a synthetic ingredient that is used as a substitute to parabens due to its antimicrobial properties. It’s an essential ingredient to ensure product safety. If you have a concern about phenoxyethanol due to allergies or pregnancy, let us know.

At Balance Spa, we care about your experience. We want you to feel a wave of relaxation as you walk into our spa, slip into a deep state of zen on the massage table, and leave feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day. 

That’s why we hire the best massage therapists and use topnotch products with high quality ingredients, so you can start anew each time you get a massage.

Contact us today to book your classic or specialty massage therapy appointment and try out our Sacred Earth massage cream, lotion, and oil!

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Dry brushing, also known as dry body brushing, is a popular technique that uses a brush to gently exfoliate your skin with gentle massage-like strokes. It’s simple: you just rub a stiff-bristled bath or shower brush in gentle circles all over your body.  This is best done before showering or bathing (that’s where the “dry” part comes in). Dry brushing is similar to exfoliating with a scrub or a washcloth.  The massage action packs in some extra benefits. This technique increases circulation and stimulates the nervous system, in addition to getting rid of dead skin cells and unclogging pores.

Exfoliating is an important step in detoxying the body through the removal of dead skin cells.  To restore the skin’s natural moisture after dry brushing and showering, apply a lotion or oil.

How does dry brushing help my skin?

It can help detoxify the body and improve the quality of skin. Besides the surface-level benefits from exfoliation, you can use dry brushing to promote lymphatic drainage. The body’s lymphatic system naturally removes dead cells, waste, and toxins from your body.  However, a slow moving or overloaded lymphatic system may need a little help. That’s what causes swollen lymph nodes when you are fighting off an infection. Body brushing helps improve circulation, which moves things along in the lymph system.

You can loosen dead skin cells by dry brushing before a bath or shower so that they can be washed off. Those dead skin cells might otherwise stay attached to your body, creating a dry, flaky appearance. They can also clog pores, leading to ingrown hairs. Therefore, dry body brushing can help prevent or reduce the occurrence of ingrown hairs all over your body.

There are other claims about the benefits of body brushing, such as a reduction in the appearance of scars and stretch marks or removing cellulite.  Many of them are not supported by scientific or medical research, however. Nonetheless, if you find it helpful for your skin, there’s no harm in trying it.

Dry Body Brushing at Home

Brushing your body is easy to do at home, and the cost is just the initial brush purchase. You can find bath or shower brushes for body brushing at most drug stores and beauty retailers. We recommend using a dry brush with natural tempico bristles as recommended by Dr. Bernard Jensen or something similar. You might find it helpful to buy a brush with a long handle to make it easier to reach your back.

To start body brushing, move the brush in smooth circles around your whole body. Try to work the brush in the direction of the major lymphatic ducts as you see in the diagram below. Dry brushing will help to detoxify you further by encouraging the flow of lymph in your body. If your skin feels very dry, you might want to stand in the bath or shower (without the water on) to brush your skin. This way the skin cells won’t end up on your floor.

Further Detoxifying & Relaxation

If you’re interested in furthering the detoxifying benefits of body brushing at home, you can pair it with a warm epsom salt bath or apple cider vinegar soak. Some people find this extra helpful when they have a cold.

One of the best benefits of dry body brushing is that it gives you a specific time to relax and focus on yourself.  Many of us spend time caring for our hair or face. Only to realize that we are neglecting the rest of our body. It’s important to show your skin some love.

Dry brushing can feel like an active exfoliation, but it should not be painful. You shouldn’t apply much pressure to your skin with the brush. If it feels too intense, you can try to be more gentle or take a break for a few days. That said, dry body brushing might not be the best choice if you have open cuts, a rash, psoriasis, or eczema. In that case, talk to your doctor before dry brushing, or exfoliate with a washcloth instead.

Balance Spa offers an Ultimate Detox Package that includes a dry body brushing service with a detoxifying seaweed wrap and Endermologie Detox Session. All three services together can enhance detoxifying even further. The seaweed wrap will also help moisturize your skin after the dry brushing session.

If you are interested in booking an Ultimate Detox Package (including dry body brushing), you can call us at 561-208-8111 or use our easy online booking service.

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