Charlotte's Web™ hemp topicals are full-spectrum which means the complete hemp extract includes a full spectrum of hemp. Generally, topical products can be called many things like balms, creams, ointments, lotions, salves, gels, and rubs, check out what is offered on this category page. In addition to being formulated without PEGs, our hemp topicals are also: free of the 8 major allergens, not tested on animals, gluten-free, vegan (except for our balms, which contain beeswax), and formulated without synthetic fragrances, artificial colors or dyes, sulfates, GMOs, sodium acrylates copolymer, carbomer, shark-derived squalene, or betaine.