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The ratio of THC to CBD in the formula, in the order written. A 1:1 balm has equal amounts; a product labeled THC Rich has more THC than CBD and one labeled CBD Rich the reverse. Because topicals act on the skin rather than the bloodstream, the ratio changes the formula more than it changes how you feel overall.

Follow the package directions. A common approach is a thin layer worked into the area, reapplied every few hours as needed, with a small patch test first if you have sensitive skin. Wash your hands after applying and keep topicals away from eyes and broken skin.

The total cannabinoids in the whole container, not a per-use dose. A 1000 mg balm spread across a jar used over weeks delivers only a small amount per application. Larger numbers mean a more concentrated formula, not a stronger sensation.

Yes. Because a topical stays local and does not add to the THC in your bloodstream in any meaningful way, it does not stack with the dose from something you eat or drink. Many people pair a balm with a low-dose tincture or gummy for the evening.

Cool, dry, and capped tightly; balms soften in heat and gels can separate. Most keep for a year or more unopened; check the date on the package. A balm that has gone grainy or smells off should be replaced.