CBD bath bombs are some of the most successful CBD products on the market, combining skin care and relaxation — two of the compound’s strongest benefits with the most proven results. But how effective are they, really?

It’s hard knowing which results are real and which ones are exaggerated. CBD bath bombs are believed to be very helpful by those who use them, with dozens of blog posts discussing their benefits and perks. Even if the CBD provides little to no effects, the negative side effects of CBD topicals are limited and there’s really no way of going wrong with a well-made bath bomb.

It’s important to keep in mind that there’s a big limitation with all CBD products due to a lack of scientific research. This is due to a lack of resources for these studies that can be chalked up to U.S. Food and Drug Administration limitations and the compound’s complex legal situation.

CBD bath bombs are simple products that work like many other CBD topicals. These bombs are dissolved in hot bath where users submerge themselves, staying there for at least 30 minutes in order to reap full benefits. CBD bath bombs claim to relax you and help you get rid of stress; they also treat body aches and nourish your skin.

CBD bath bombs are simple products that work like many other CBD topicals. / Photo: monkeybusinessimages /iStock / Getty Images Plus monkeybusinessimages /iStock / Getty Images Plus

Aside from interacting with the cannabinoid receptors in your skin, a decent CBD bath bomb should also contain a good amount of essential oils that will augment the bomb’s soothing and relaxing effects.

Despite the mystery that surrounds CBD, CBD bath bombs are some of the most accessible products available. Although there’s no way of proving how valid they are unless CBD goes through rigorous testing, CBD topicals have a track record of plenty of skin benefits. They’re also some of the least invasive ways for people to try out the compound.