Fybro & CBD - homemade cream

[Polly-S]

I have been diagnosed with FM 3 years ago, just before the first COVID-19 lockdown . As almost everyone here - lots of changes in medication, no real GP appointments, uneffective Pain clinic , etc.Had to find alternatives myself.

I hate the smell of cannabis, just the smell makes me sick. So I concentrate on the CBD.

Drops are very good, kinda dull the pain but effect my head - even foggier that usual and if taken for 2 days - BP gets very low and keeps me in bed , yes with manageable pain but not functioning brain... So I take drops just when in extreme pain.

But I swear by the CBD creams/gels/etc.

The problem is the cost - 1mg CBD is costly and I still use another creams, so the bill is high.

So I started looking for how to make my own mix and finally last autumn made the best for me and anyone can do it.

The main 2 ingredients will be:

1. CBD crystals - can be bought online, check the reviews and if worry- pay for it by PayPal .

2. Hemp - can use ready made hemp jell on Amazon have many different options.

I add also- mint, milk thistle, cayenne, cloves, lavender, etc. - just check what you can find locally , can use powder or oil.

I give my creams to friends and relatives and they all ask for more - really help and anyone can do it for the fraction of the price.

Long time ago I was in love with herbs, herbal teas are always available at home

Had to watch lots of YouTube videos and read lots of information about, but the final result is worth it.

Hope this will help someone.

[Yassytina FMA UK Volunteer]

I agree products can be very expensive for sure, my daughter bought me a book showing homemade remedies which is very handy , like you I’ve always herbs in the garden , lavender being one of my favourites, echinacea, old fashioned marigolds , when you think years and years ago things were made from natural sources, or grown In the garden, postage can be very expensive too nowadays.

[Polly-S in reply to Yassytina]

But we have to start somewhere , so first the essentials - CBD & Hemp and slowly add the others. Don't have to be pure organic - it's just for personal use after all and we use chemicals made anyway .

Start growing your own herbs on the window and after 4-5 months maximum you will have all you need.

Just my opinion.

[Yassytina FMA UK Volunteer in reply to Polly-S]

Differently with you on growing your own herbs , rewarding and smells wonderful too, being a gardener over the years I’ve always done this. I am sure members will read your post with interest. Take care.

[Knightqueen84]

What a great idea! I buy the cbd freeze roll on for my neck and even tho it lasts for 18-24 months it's costs a fortune.

I was just looking up the crystals and was wondering if it could be mixed with epsom salts or puy directly in the bath?

Thank you for sharing this information x

[Polly-S in reply to Knightqueen84]

The CBD crystals can be used to make edibles and cosmetics . I saw bath bombs with CBD for sale, but did not research it because I can't use the bath anymore 😒.

Not sure of the proportions...

Will try to find some information

[Knightqueen84 in reply to Polly-S]

Last time I brought the roll on I got cbd bath salts so it's definitely possible. I will also do some research.

On a side note if it is possible you might be able to do a foot soak instead of the bath

[south1966]

Wow Polly you are so talented😀I'm going to have a go at making this😄thanks for sharing amd gentle hugs 🫂