PALACIO CBD Chill Cooling Massage Gel 200ml

Palacio CBD Chill - cooling massage gel 200 ml

Chill is the cooling version of the Palacio hemp massage gel, in a 200 ml tube. The sensation is provided by the classic trio: menthol, peppermint oil, and camphor, complemented by denatured alcohol, which causes the gel to evaporate quickly and the cooling effect to appear almost immediately after application. The plant base consists of oil and extract from hemp seeds and cannabidiol, along with seven herbal extracts common to the entire line - from birch, yarrow, horsetail, nettle, rosemary, sage, and linden. The ingredient list is published alphabetically, so the order on the list reflects the alphabet, and the proportion of individual raw materials is left to the manufacturer. The consistency is gel-like, and the layer dries quickly, allowing you to put on clothes immediately after the massage. One more item to remember from the list is limonene, which the manufacturer mentions as a fragrance allergen. The 200 ml tube is designed for regular use, not a one-time trial.

Ingredients

The INCI list for the cooling variant, arranged alphabetically as published on the product card:

• Aqua and Alcohol Denat. - gel base and carrier of volatile coolness
• Menthol, Mentha Piperita Oil, Camphor - cooling composition
• Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil i Cannabis Sativa Seed Extract - konopie siewne
• Cannabidiol - listed in the INCI without a specified amount
• Achillea Millefolium, Betula Alba, Equisetum Arvense, Urtica Dioica, Rosmarinus Officinalis, Salvia Officinalis, Tilia Platyphyllos - seven herbal extracts
• Glycerin, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Triethylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride
• Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate - konserwacja
• Limonene - fragrance allergen from oils
• CI 42051 - dye

Cooling in cosmetics has two mechanisms, and both work simultaneously here. The first is evaporation: denatured alcohol evaporates from the skin and takes heat with it, providing immediate but short-lived relief. The second is menthol, which does not lower skin temperature but stimulates cold receptors. Hence, the cooling sensation lasts long after the gel has dried. A practical consequence is that this product does not need to be applied thickly; a thin layer well massaged in will work more effectively than a thick layer left on the skin. Alcohol in the composition has another side: it can be drying, so for sensitive or very dry skin, a variant with a gentler base would be better. Do not apply the gel to abrasions, scratches, or irritated skin. With alcohol and menthol, it will simply be painful. The rest of the list includes things you can expect from a gel: glycerin and carbomer in the base, three preservatives, and dye CI 42051 - all listed by the manufacturer by name.

Specification

• Form: massage gel
• Volume: 200 ml
• Opakowanie: tuba
• Character: cooling (menthol, peppermint oil, camphor, alcohol)
• Wykaz INCI: publikowany alfabetycznie
• Hemp ingredients in INCI: Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Cannabis Sativa Seed Extract, Cannabidiol
• Fragrance allergen in the composition: Limonene
• Children: we do not recommend use below 3 years of age
• Do not apply to damaged skin - contains denatured alcohol
• Storage: room temperature, away from heat sources

How to use

Palacio describes the use of its massage gels in one sentence - rub the appropriate amount into the skin:

• Take a small amount of gel and spread it in a thin layer
• Massage the selected area until the product is absorbed
• If necessary, repeat the application after some time
• Do not apply to damaged, irritated skin or around the eyes
• Wash your hands after the massage

The cooling variant is most often chosen after exercise, in the evening, or during heat - when warmth is the last thing you want. It's worth remembering that menthol can surprise with its intensity on thin skin, for example, on the inner side of the arms, so it's better to make the first application on a small area and check your own reaction.

For whom

This is a suggestion for those who enjoy a distinct coolness and want it in gel form, not oil: after running, after a day on your feet, after a long drive. The gel consistency and the alcohol in the formula ensure that the product dries quickly and does not leave a greasy residue, which is important if you are going back to your clothes right after the massage or lying down to sleep. The hemp component includes three separate items listed by the manufacturer by name: hemp seed oil, seed extract, and cannabidiol. However, this is not a product for children under 3 years old, for irritated and dry skin, or for those who are sensitive to menthol. If you are looking for warmth instead, the same line has a warming variant based on chili extract, and that is what you should choose - the herbal formula is the same in both variants, so you are only changing the sensation on the skin, not the entire composition.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the cooling effect last?

The composition suggests that there are two different times at once: part of the sensation disappears with the evaporation of denatured alcohol, while part lasts longer due to menthol, which stimulates cold receptors. In practice, it depends on the thickness of the layer, the application site, and the ambient temperature - a thin, well-massaged layer gives a more distinct and even sensation than a thick one.

How to read the order of ingredients in this list?

Alphabetically. The list published for the cooling variant is arranged by letters, not in descending order by content - this is an acceptable way of presentation, so the position of cannabidiol or hemp oil on the list is information about the alphabet. It's worth remembering this, because with the Fortis and Calidum variants, the same manufacturer organizes the list by the proportion of ingredients, and there the order is read differently.

Can the gel be used on the face?

It is not intended for that. This is a body massage product, and it contains menthol, camphor, and denatured alcohol - a combination that will simply be unpleasant around the eyes and on the thin skin of the face. The manufacturer explicitly indicates to avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

How does it differ from the variant with soy ferment?

The herbal and hemp base is common, but in this cooling variant, the cooling is additionally supported by peppermint oil and denatured alcohol, while in the version with soy ferment, there is a fermented soy extract described by the brand as a plant source of collagen. It also differs in color and scent.

Variants and category

The same line includes a warming variant and a version with soy ferment in the same capacity, while cooling in a different formula gives the hemp gel CANNACOOL. We have all gels collected in the category Gels.

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Safety and storage

The product is a cosmetic for use on the skin. Do not apply the gel to mucous membranes, damaged or irritated skin, or around the eyes and mouth. After application, wash your hands thoroughly. Before the first use, it is advisable to check the skin's reaction on a small area. Do not use the product on children under 3 years of age. Do not use it under an occlusive dressing or immediately after a hot bath when the skin is warm and more permeable. Store the tube closed, at room temperature, away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

Product intended for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes, and store the packaging out of reach of children.

Not sure which variant to choose - cooling, warming, or neutral? Write or call, at u Bucha we will help you choose one based on how you actually plan to use it.