What's the Strongest CBD Salve for Pain Relief? Comparing Our 1000mg, 2000mg, and 4000mg Options

Happy Planet CBD Relief Salve comes in three sizes — 1000mg, 2000mg, and 4000mg — and the most common question is which one is actually "stronger." Here's the real breakdown.

What's the CBD concentration in each salve size?

All three sizes use the same CBD isolate (98% CBD, 0% THC) at the same concentration — roughly 500mg of CBD per ounce:

  • 1000mg — 2oz jar (500mg/oz)
  • 2000mg — 4oz jar (500mg/oz)
  • 4000mg — 8oz jar (500mg/oz)

Is the 4000mg jar stronger per application than the 1000mg jar?

No — the concentration per application is the same across all three sizes, since the CBD-to-carrier-oil ratio doesn't change. What changes is total volume: the 4000mg/8oz jar simply contains four times as much product as the 1000mg/2oz jar, so it lasts longer for the same usage pattern rather than delivering a stronger dose per use.

Which size should I choose?

This comes down to how often and how many areas you're treating, not strength:

  • 1000mg (2oz): Good for trying the salve for the first time, or for occasional spot use on one area.
  • 2000mg (4oz): A middle-ground option for regular daily use on one or two areas.
  • 4000mg (8oz): Best value per mg for frequent users applying to multiple areas several times a day, per the label's suggested use of a dime-sized amount up to 3–4 times daily.

What's actually in the salve?

Grape Seed Oil, Beeswax, Coconut Oil, and a blend of essential oils (Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Sweet Basil, Spearmint, Lavender, Ginger Root, Cajeput, Cinnamon Leaf, Lemongrass, Helichrysum) alongside the CBD isolate — most of them certified organic. Full details are on the CBD Relief Salve product page.

Is it lab tested?

Yes — every batch is tested by Infinite Chemical Analysis Labs (Michigan), with results published on our Lab Reports page.


Not sure if the salve is the right format for you? See our comparison of the salve, cooling lotion, and relief stick to find the best fit.