What Customers Are Saying
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“This cream is amazing. I hurt my shoulder and I apply a dime size amount and it relieves the pain even more so the next day. I put it on daily!”
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“I use the CBD Pain Relief Cream on my elbows and thumbs. I’m older and still have a very physical job. The cream helps the throbbing pains after a long day.”
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“Still loving my gummies and revive cream. Excellent products and smart bundles. Don’t just buy one, get 3 and save because you’ll be back for more.”
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“The product did everything it said it would and more. Amazing product with awesome pain relief results. Will definitely make another purchase and try new products.”
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EST. 2017 · Woman-Owned
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1,000mg of CBD in a 2oz jar, layered with three cooling topical analgesics (arnica, menthol, wintergreen) and a botanical supporting cast that nourishes the skin while the formula works. Non-psychoactive. Clean for drug-test considerations. The cream you reach for during a workday, a workout recovery, or any moment something specific hurts and clarity matters.
What’s Actually In the Jar
1,000mg CBD, three cooling analgesics, and a botanical layer that does the supporting work.
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1,000mg CBD
Per 2oz jar. Single-cannabinoid CBD input, not full-spectrum extract. Non-psychoactive. Built for skin-level delivery.
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Cooling Trifecta
Arnica + Menthol + Wintergreen. Three plant-derived topical analgesics layered together. The cooling sensation registers in the first 1 to 2 minutes.
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Botanical Support Layer
Wild marjoram, jojoba, aloe, vitamin E, helichrysum, green and white tea. Non-greasy formula that absorbs without leaving a residue.
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Third-Party Lab Tested
Every batch screened for cannabinoid potency, heavy metals, residual solvents, pesticides, and microbials.
Independent third-party lab testing on every batch
Science Corner: CBD Pain Relief Cream
Most CBD claims are anecdotal. The peer-reviewed evidence for topical CBD is the exception. One of the cleaner studies on transdermal CBD analgesia (Hammell et al., 2016, PubMed PMID 26517407) tested transdermal CBD specifically (not an analog) and reported reduced inflammation and pain-related behaviors in an animal model. CB1 and CB2 receptors are concentrated in the dermis and the local sensory nerves, which is why topical CBD has a plausible mechanism beyond placebo. The TribeREVIVE formula stacks 1,000mg of CBD on three plant-derived cooling analgesics so the skin layer and the cannabinoid layer work together.
How It Works
Topical CBD works locally. When the cream goes on, the CBD and the supporting botanicals sit at the skin’s surface and the upper dermis, where CB1 and CB2 receptors are concentrated in sensory nerve endings and inflammatory cells. CBD does not bind CB1 in a way that produces a high. It modulates the broader endocannabinoid signaling that touches local inflammation and pain perception. The cooling sensation from the menthol and wintergreen is what you feel in the first minute or two. The deeper relief that carries through a workday builds over the next 20 to 30 minutes.
Three cooling analgesics, layered. Wintergreen contains methyl salicylate (closely related to aspirin) and brings the most direct analgesic action. Menthol blocks the calcium current along temperature-sensing nerves, which is how it produces a cold sensation that masks the brain’s read on local pain signals. Arnica is the anti-inflammatory anchor, used in European herbal medicine for muscle soreness and bruise reduction. Stacking three works better than relying on one.
The supporting botanical layer matters more than the marketing suggests. Wild marjoram and jojoba oil keep the formula calming on the skin barrier. Aloe vera and vitamin E protect against the drying effect that menthol can have on sensitive skin. Helichrysum, green and white tea, and safflower seed oil round out the antioxidant load. The full ingredient panel is on the live PDP and the COA, and there are no parabens or artificial fragrance.
Consistency beats intensity. The strongest customer reports come from people who apply daily for at least a week. CBD and the supporting actives appear to build up in the local tissue with repeated use, which is the same pattern oral CBD shows at the systemic level. If the first 1 or 2 applications underdeliver, the standing recommendation is to keep going at 2 to 3 times daily for a week before recalibrating. The 2-pack and 3-pack bundles exist for the daily-user use case.
Application Guide
How much, how often, and how to get the most out of the jar.
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How Much
A dime to a quarter
Sized by area. A dime-sized amount covers a knee, elbow, or shoulder; a quarter-sized amount covers a lower back zone.
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How Often
Every 30 min, then taper
Founders’ note: reapply every 30 minutes at the start of a flare, less often as the relief builds.
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Best Window
After a hot shower
Pores open, skin absorbs faster. Founder tip, and it makes a real difference.
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Onset / Duration
1-2 min / 2-6 hours
Cooling kicks in fast. The deeper relief builds over 20 to 30 minutes and carries 2 to 6 hours.
* For external use only. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, broken skin. Wash hands after applying. Individual results vary.
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ABOUT OUR PAIN CREAM, FROM THE FOUNDERS
This pain cream from our CBD Wellness line TribeREVIVE contains cannabinoids, cooling effects and anti-inflammatories – along with nourishing ingredients such as aloe and vitamin E that are great for your skin. CBD may help with setbacks such as back/shoulder pain, strains, bruises, arthritis and carpal tunnel.
CBD applied topically interacts with the cannabinoid receptors in your skin, which may assist with pain relief and inflammation. CBD accumulates in your tissues over time, so more regular use will lead to better results. You can learn more in our blog post CBD For Pain: How It Works
Let’s break it down by ingredient to understand how this cream can help you feel better!
Cooling greatly reduces your body’s ability to feel pain in a specific area, so we are going all in with not just one but THREE of nature’s strongest topical analgesics:
- Wintergreen: The active ingredient, methyl salicylate, is closely related to aspirin and has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties
- Menthol: Blocks the calcium current along the nerves responsible for detecting temperature, creating a cooling effect perfect for sore, achy muscles
- Peppermint: Analgesic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory
Harvard Medical School has a “unifying theory of disease,” suggesting there is mounting evidence that inflammation is a common underlying cause of many ailments and degenerative diseases. Inflammation is also behind many chronic pain problems – and we’re here to knock it out (!) with:
- Arnica: Reduces inflammation, eases muscle pain, and alleviates stiffness. Arnica helps bruises dissipate faster by reducing swelling while stimulating blood vessels.
- Wild Marjoram Oil: Calming and anti-inflammatory
- Jojoba Oil: Strong anti-inflammatory; also calms eczema and rosacea
- Aloe Vera: Contains antioxidants, enzymes, Vitamins A and C, and it is highly anti-inflammatory. Aloe can help treat burns, acne and dry skin.
LAST BUT NOT LEAST: NOURISH YOUR SKIN!
- Vitamin E: Strengthens the skin barrier, moisturizers, soothes
- Helichrysum Essential Oil: Helps speed up healing of wounds, burns, and rashes, and reduces scarring. Also promotes healthy skin cell growth and regeneration.
- Green + White Tea: Green and white tea have have catechins, which are like free radical hunters (antioxidants)
- Safflower Seed Oil: Moisturizes and balances skin
Apply generously to area with pain and massage into the surrounding area, as needed. You may want to apply every 30 minutes at first, and need less and less over time. Great to keep at your desk or on your nightstand.
Green + White Tea Leaf Extract, MCT Coconut Oil, Vegetable Emulsifying Wax, Safflower Seed Oil, Aloe Vera, Menthol, Vegetable Glycerin, Jojoba Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Vitamin E, Phenoxyethanol, Cannabidiol, Peppermint Essential Oil, Eucalyptus Essential Oil , Wintergreen Leaf Oil, Wild Marjoram Essential Oil, Helichrysum Essential Oil, Arnica
Caution: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not apply to broken skin or open wounds. Stop use if condition worsens or skin irritation occurs. If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult with a health professional before use.
All products contain zero or less than 0.3% THC
CBD Cream For Pain
Aging, long days on our feet, workout injuries, constantly checking our phones, hunching over laptops — there are so many reasons why EVERYTHING HURTS! Thanks to the legalization of CBD, we now have another tool in our kit to fight sore muscles, strains, back pain, sore joints and even arthritis – most of which is caused by inflammation. Inflammation is like the Darth Vader of pain and CBD is a little green yoda with the spirit of a cannabis jedi.…
Frequently Asked Questions
1,000mg of CBD per 2oz jar, paired with three cooling topical analgesics: arnica, menthol, and wintergreen. The cooling layer is where the immediate sensation comes from. The supporting cast includes wild marjoram, jojoba oil, aloe vera, vitamin E, helichrysum, green and white tea extract, and safflower seed oil. The CBD input is single-cannabinoid (cannabidiol), not a full-spectrum hemp extract. No parabens, no artificial fragrance, no synthetic dyes. For external use only. Federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill, derived from compliant hemp. Third-party lab tested every batch. Lab COAs at tribetokes.com/certificates-of-analysis/.
Massage a thin layer into the area you want to treat until the cream is fully absorbed. The formula is non-greasy, so a little goes a long way. Apply as needed: every 30 minutes at the start of a flare-up, less often as the relief builds. Founder tip: apply after a hot shower when the skin is warm and the pores are open. The cooling sensation from the menthol and wintergreen kicks in within the first minute or two. Wash hands after applying so the cream does not transfer to your eyes. Do not apply to broken skin, open wounds, or mucous membranes. For external use only.
Customers most often use it on the lower back, knees, shoulders, neck, hands, elbows, and feet. Anywhere with a sore muscle or a stiff joint is fair game. The cooling sensation reads strongest on the back of the neck, the temples, and the soles of the feet, where the skin is thinner and the menthol registers fast. Avoid the eyes, lips, and any area of broken skin. If you are applying near a sensitive area like the face, start with a smaller test patch and see how your skin responds before scaling up. The 2oz jar fits a desk drawer, a nightstand, or a gym bag.
The cooling from the menthol and wintergreen typically registers within the first one to two minutes. The deeper relief that carries through a workday or a workout recovery window builds over the next 20 to 30 minutes as the CBD and the anti-inflammatory botanicals absorb. Duration varies by application volume, body site, and individual skin: customers report 2 to 6 hours of localized relief on average. CBD may build up in tissue over consistent use, so daily application for a week tends to produce a different baseline than a one-off use. Reapply as needed, ideally on the schedule your body asks for rather than a fixed timer.
No. CBD is non-psychoactive. It does not bind to the CB1 receptors in the brain that produce a THC high. CBD interacts with the broader endocannabinoid system to produce calming and anti-inflammatory effects without intoxication. Customers report localized relief from this cream, not a buzz. CBD is the cannabinoid most people start with for a reason: the wellness effects come without the impairment. If you want a topical with a THC cannabinoid working at the application site, the Delta 8 pain cream uses the same botanical and cooling stack with 1,000mg of Delta 8 instead of CBD.
Highly unlikely, but with caveats. This formula uses CBD (cannabidiol) as a single-cannabinoid input, not a full-spectrum hemp extract. Standard drug tests look for THC metabolites, and pure CBD does not produce these metabolites. The trace THC permitted in hemp-derived products under the 2018 Farm Bill (less than 0.3%) is well below typical detection thresholds, but it is not zero, and topical application has lower systemic absorption than ingestion or inhalation anyway. If your job, sport, custody arrangement, or any other obligation depends on a clean THC drug screen, the safest call is to abstain from any cannabinoid product. State legality on CBD varies; the NORML state guide at norml.org/laws/ has the current details.
The most common feedback is skin sensitivity to the menthol or wintergreen on first use, especially on thin-skinned areas. Patch test if you have reactive skin. Wintergreen contains methyl salicylate, structurally related to aspirin: avoid combining with oral blood thinners, salicylate-sensitive conditions, or other topical salicylate analgesics. Arnica also has mild anticoagulant properties. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should not use this product. If you take prescription medications metabolized through the cytochrome P450 system, talk to your healthcare provider before regular use. Do not apply to broken skin, open wounds, or mucous membranes. Stop use and consult a physician if irritation occurs.
Same 2oz jar, same 1,000mg cannabinoid load, same Arnica + Menthol + Wintergreen cooling stack, same nourishing botanicals. The cannabinoid is the difference. This version uses 1,000mg of CBD; the Delta 8 version uses 1,000mg of Delta 8 THC. Customers who want a non-THC topical with no drug-test consideration pick this CBD version. Customers who want a THC cannabinoid working at the local site of discomfort pick the Delta 8 version. Many customers run both: CBD pain cream on workdays, Delta 8 pain cream on evenings or weekends. The botanical and cooling layers do the same job in either formula.
Subscribe and save delivers a fresh jar on the cadence you choose, at 20% off the per-jar price. For daily users the monthly cadence tracks the average burn rate on a 2oz jar. For occasional users every 6 or 8 weeks works. Subscribing is the cleanest way to keep the cream within reach when you actually need it (the customers who report the strongest results apply consistently for at least a week). The subscription is flexible: pause indefinitely with no auto-resume, skip the next delivery, change the cadence mid-subscription, swap to the 2-pack or 3-pack, or cancel from your account at any time. Cancellation is immediate.
The 2-pack saves $10 versus two single jars. The 3-pack saves $20 versus three. Pick the 2-pack if you are applying daily and want a backup jar before the first runs out, or if you want one jar at home and one for the gym bag or the office. Pick the 3-pack if you are a daily user, you are buying for a household, or you want to lock in the lowest per-jar price. The 3-pack also clears the $125 free-shipping threshold on a single order. Stack subscribe and save on top of either bundle for an additional 20% off the bundle price.
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