How to Incorporate CBD into Your Spa
As a spa professional, it’s important to keep up to date with industry trends to ensure you are offering clients a complete approach to wellness. Over the past few years, topical cannabidiol (CBD) products have grown in popularity, especially in the spa setting 1 as they have been linked to alternative relief for sore muscles and joints. Learn more below about how you can incorporate CBD products into your spa.
Legalization & CBD
When the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 aka 2018 Farm Bill was passed, it removed “hemp” from the definition of “marijuana,” so long as the THC concentration does not exceed 0.3 percent. 2 Despite the fact that on a federal level, hemp crop regulation is in the hands of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the legislation preserved the FDA’s responsibility over such products. 3 For spa professionals looking to incorporate hemp-derived CBD products into their spa, it is crucial to understand the legal status of CBD in your state so that you are acting in line with the law.
Do I Need a License to Sell CBD at My Spa?
The 2018 Farm Bill recognizes the federal legalization of hemp-derived CBD in the United States—but not statewide regulations about CBD, which vary by state. Before integrating CBD into your spa, research your state’s laws regarding hemp-derived CBD.
In terms of a license, your spa should have a business license, as well as a seller’s permit if you intend to sell any products to clients. 4 This type of permit is handled on the state level, so refer to your local or state government for guidance on obtaining one.
At MeyerSPA, we sell topical, hemp-derived CBD products to spa professionals in the following states: Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Wisconsin, and Washington. This is changing frequently due to state regulations on CBD, so check individual products for their availability in your state.
Incorporating CBD into Your Spa Services
The last step for incorporating CBD products into your spa begins with the services and treatments you currently offer or plan to offer, and ends with your retailing strategy. In order to determine the best possible products to offer your clients, you must first figure out what works and what doesn’t in terms of services.
Consider planning a day to practice using hemp-derived CBD products on yourself or a staff member. Run through the different services that you offer and determine which ones could benefit from using a hemp-derived topical analgesic. For example, CBD products could be used during full-body massages or lymphatic drainage facials.
Developing a sound retail strategy is crucial when incorporating topical CBD products into your spa. Although CBD products can be an investment, it is a profitable market with a retailing strategy in place. You don’t have to consistently stock hemp-derived CBD products in order to sell them to your clients. At MeyerSPA, we can ship CBD products to your customer’s door.
Disclaimer
These products and statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional about potential interactions or other possible complications before using any product. These products are not recommended for children, pregnant or nursing women.
References
1Sherman, Alexa Joy. “How CBD Products and Treatments Fit Into Spa Services.” DAYSPA Magazine, 8 Apr. 2019, www.dayspamagazine.com/how-cbd-fits-into-spa-services/.
2AGRICULTURE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2018 . 20 Dec. 2018, www.congress.gov/115/plaws/publ334/PLAW-115publ334.pdf.
3Abernethy,M.D., Ph.D., Amy, and Lowell Schiller, J.D. “FDA Is Committed to Sound, Science-Based Policy on CBD.” U.S Food & Drug Administration , 17 July 2019, www.fda.gov/news-events/fda-voices-perspectives-fda-leadership-and-experts/fda-committed-sound-science-based-policy-cbd.
4Murray, Jean. “How Do I Get a Seller’s Permit for Sales Taxes?” The Balance Small Business, 23, May 2019, https://www.thebalancesmb.com/how-do-i-register-to-collect-sales-tax-in-my-state-398765.
5Leicht, Laurel. “Hit a High Note with These 6 CBD Spa Treatments Worth Traveling For.” Well+Good, 13 May 2019, www.wellandgood.com/good-travel/cbd-spa-treatments/.