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Topicals in NYC, curated for the hour.

Balms, lotions, salves, and patches for localized use.

About Topicals.

Topicals are cannabis products applied to the skin. Standard topicals like balms, lotions, and salves act locally and do not produce a high. Transdermal patches are different: they penetrate into the bloodstream and can produce a systemic effect, so read the label carefully. Many topicals lean toward higher-CBD or balanced ratios. Every topical sold in a licensed New York dispensary is lab tested. Check the live menu for what is in stock.

How to buy

  • Standard balms and lotions act locally and do not produce a high.
  • Transdermal patches can produce a systemic effect, so read the label.
  • Apply to clean, dry skin and reapply as directed.
  • Higher-CBD or balanced ratios are common for topical use.

Live Menu

Browse Topicals live.

This is our live menu, so what you see is what is in stock right now. Browse it, then pre-order for pickup at Chelsea or Flatiron, or for same-day delivery in Manhattan.

Live Menu, Chelsea

The Alchemy Chelsea

302 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10001

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FAQ

About topicals.

Will a cannabis topical get me high?

Standard topicals like balms, lotions, and salves act on the skin and do not produce a high. Transdermal patches are a different category and can produce a systemic effect.

Do topicals work for sore muscles or joints?

Many people use topicals for localized comfort after activity. Results vary by person and product. A budtender can point you to the CBD-forward options in stock.