Cannabis has long been a plant of many pathways—smoke curling in the air, oils under the tongue, and edibles slowly releasing their effects. Yet, among these well-trodden routes, a quieter revolution is unfolding just beneath the skin. Here lies the distinction between topical and transdermal. While topicals linger on the surface, soothing localized discomfort, transdermal applications, like patches and specialized gels, dare to journey deeper. They cross the skin’s protective barrier, entering systemic circulation and radiating throughout the body. It is a delivery method that marries science with subtlety, potentially offering control, discretion, and sustained activity.

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