Populum Cold Therapy Hemp Rub Review

Populum Cold Therapy Hemp Rub promises a soothing solution for muscles and joints, but what makes it different than other CBD topicals?

Populum’s Cold Therapy Hemp Rub is powered by 100 mg of the brand’s full-spectrum hemp extract. The formula combines CBD with hand-chosen botanicals to offer a targeted cooling effect just where you need it. It includes no parabens or animal products, so it’s designed to be accessible and vegan-friendly.

We’ve tried various cooling CBD topicals, but we like that this hemp rub is a cream, which is a nice contrast to many greasy, oil-based topicals on the market. We wanted to give it a try to find out if it offers the quick, cooling relief it claims.

Populum Cold Therapy Hemp Rub is made from the full-spectrum formula that powers the brand’s whole CBD line. The extracted material starts as premium, Colorado-grown hemp, which is carefully processed in a GMP-certified manufacturing facility. 

The brand uses a two-step extraction process, starting with a food-grade ethanol extraction. Then, the material is carefully distilled to remove all unwanted materials, including chlorophyll, waxes, and lipids. 

The result is a full-spectrum hemp extract that maintains a diverse cannabinoid profile and maximum potency. The Cold Therapy Hemp Rub is then formulated with multiple botanicals and plant-based ingredients. Aloe vera is used for its cooling, moisturizing effects, and arnica was chosen for its anti-bruising and antimicrobial properties. Finally, the formula includes chamomile—a rich source of fragrant terpenes and flavonoids. 

After production, a sample is sent to a third-party lab for analysis. The tests check the product’s potency and also evaluate the sample for over 80 different contaminants. Populum not only offers access to these tests on their website but sends a copy of the results in every package. 

All in all, Populum’s Cold Therapy Hemp Rub may be a powerful option for any time of the day and offers a clean, potent topical solution that goes where you need it most. And if you find that you need it often, the brand offers a convenient monthly subscription option that knocks 20 percent off the price.

We were eager to test a cream-based CBD topical for muscle relief since our previous experiences often left our skin feeling a bit sticky. Just as we hoped, Populum Cold Therapy Hemp Rub is creamy, light, and absorbs quickly, leaving the skin feeling moisturized but not greasy. A little goes a long way, and the scent is mild and pleasant.

We’ll admit, moisturization wasn’t exactly what we were going for when we applied this CBD cream to our knees after a long hike. Luckily, it only took about 20 minutes for the relief to kick in, and we were impressed with the effects. 

Although our knees were prone to stubborn aches due to multiple previous injuries (especially after lots of walking), we felt no pain at all. We probably could have even completed the hike again.

We think Populum Cold Therapy Hemp Rub definitely deserves our recommendation, and we think it will offer fast-acting relief to beginners and advanced users, alike. It’s a low-profile topical option that may work well on its own for topical aches and pains but would also make an effective part of a full-coverage dosing routine alongside any high-quality CBD tincture or edible.