Once a fringe health trend, the cbd store has become ubiquitous in 2018, infused into everything from ice cream to cocktails to brownies. In NYC, bodegas and vape shops have jumped on the bandwagon, and many beauty specialists and herbalists now carry the calming ingredient in products like oils, lotions and lip balms. A number of local and national brands are also selling their own standalone lines of CBD-infused products, including Lord Jones, Beam, Sagely Naturals and more.

As with all new supplements, it’s best to talk to your doctor before incorporating CBD into your routine. However, CBD is non-psychoactive and can help with anxiety, stress, insomnia, muscle pain and more. Depending on your specific needs, you can take it orally via oil drops or gummies or apply topical lotions to the skin. For the most precise delivery, inhaling CBD through a vapor pen or e-cigarette can be effective for immediate relief of symptoms.

Exploring The CBD Store: A Review of Products, Quality, and Customer Experience

Considering CBD is classified as a Schedule I drug, it’s important to find a vendor that can back up the authenticity of its products. According to Slovik, CBD businesses should focus on third-party lab testing and certifications like USDA organic, Good Manufacturing Practice and FDA facility registration.

Steven Phan is the owner of Come Back Daily, a one-stop-shop for CBD that’s been around since 2009. His Tribeca shop, located in the Turnstyle Underground Market beneath 8th Avenue and 57th Street, offers a wide variety of hemp-derived products and accessories. It’s also a hub for CBD education, with a CBD 101 page that explains the plant, its medicinal qualities and how to properly use the different products. For those looking to stock up, the brand offers bulk orders and bundles like a Day and Night Bundle that comes with a bottle of gummies, tinctures and more.