CBD vape juice
Vapers have been embracing CBD. There are so many health benefits associated with CBD, especially CBD vape juice. Even if you don’t have any health issues, vaping CBD can still help. It’s non-psychoactive, so it will not get you high—but it can help to ease your mind and body from general stress and anxiety.
One critical matter that causes some confusion is the appropriate CBD products to vape. Technically speaking, CBD vape liquid is not an oil, though you might see “CBD vape oil” advertised. It isn’t actually oil-based and should not be confused with “CBD oils.” The key here is that, unlike CBD oils that are tinctures, CBD vape juice liquids are designed for vaping and are miscible in water. CBD vape liquids can be used as a tincture, but CBD oil tinctures are not to be vaped.
What is CBD vape oil?
CBD vape oil is a term that generally refers to any vape juice that contains CBD, as opposed to nicotine. It is really a misnomer considering that it doesn’t actually contain any oil. It would be more accurately referred to as CBD vape juice or CBD e-liquid. Some are CBD vape additives that mix in with your existing flavors, while others are pre-mixed flavors. CBD is naturally occurring in cannabis and hemp plants and has been shown to provide relief for a wide range of symptoms.
CBD e-liquid is formulated specifically for vaping, but the ingredients (VG, PG, CBD, and flavorings) also happen to be edible, so they can also be taken orally. Keep in mind, it doesn’t work the other way around! CBD oil tinctures and hemp seed oil, are for oral use only because they are both oil-based substances that are not suitable for inhalation.
Will CBD vape oil get me high?
No. Most CBD vape juice is formulated with CBD isolate which contains non-detectable levels of THC. In fact, they rarely contain any other cannabinoids aside from CBD itself. Some CBD vapes, typically full-spectrum CBD oil cartridges are derived from raw hemp and contain trace amounts of THC.
In both cases, CBD vapes containing up to the legal limit (0.3%) of THC is still considered to be non-psychoactive, so they will not get you high. If you’re not worried about THC, full-spectrum and broad-spectrum vapes can provide additional benefits beyond cannabidiol itself. They shouldn’t be confused with THC oil vapes which generally do contain THC which can get you high, unlike
Benefits of CBD vape juice
The main benefit of CBD e-liquid is that vaping has the highest bioavailability compared to all of the other consumption methods. Most people vape CBD for anxiety, while others vape CBD for pain relief. The list goes on, but CBD has been shown potential for helping a variety of symptoms associated with:
l Seizures
l Insomnia
l Neurodegenerative conditions
l Nausea
l Acne
l Multiple Sclerosis
l Parkinson’s
l Alzheimer’s
l Psychosis
Even if you’ve never tried vaping before, CBD vapes are an enjoyable and highly effective way to get a quick dose of cannabidiol. It’s perfectly legal, as long as it contains below 0.3% THC. In some states, a medical prescription is still required.
How much CBD should I vape?
There are many personal factors that go into this including your age, weight, tolerance, and most importantly your symptoms. Different conditions require different dosages. Taking it for seizures may require a higher dose of CBD than taking it for nausea, for example. Another important question to ask yourself is how often do you vape? If you vape infrequently, go with a higher strength to compensate. Use this chart as a starting point and adjust to your personal needs.
CBD e-liquid strengths:
l 50 – 200 (Low)
l 200 – 500 mg (Medium)
l 500 – 2000 mg (High)
l 2000 – 4000 mg (Very high)
Keep in mind these CBD strengths reflect the content of the entire bottle of CBD vape juice. Unlike regular e-juice, the concentration of CBD is determined per bottle (not per mL). A 30 mL bottle with a content of 500 mg is a good starting point, but for more demanding conditions 1000 mg + might be more appropriate.
Divide by the bottle size to figure out the mg of CBD per mL, then you can work out how much CBD you should be vaping. Be sure to check out the full guide on finding the right CBD dosage for you, whether you’re vaping it or otherwise.
Vaping CBD for beginners
Vaping CBD vape juice is essentially the same process as vaping non-CBD vape juice. First, make sure you are using a CBD e-liquid, not an oil-based tincture. It’s important to know the difference because they are often sold in are virtually indistinguishable bottles. If you are using a CBD vape additive, be sure to mix it into your e-juice well. Shake it up and allow time for them to blend together.
You will obviously need some type of device for vaping. If you already own a regular vape tank for e-liquid, you can also use it for CBD vape juice. Or you can purchase a separate device for CBD so you can continue using your regular nicotine-based e-liquids. Lower strength CBD e-liquids tend to be best for sub-ohm devices, while higher strength ones are better suited for lower-powered mouth to lung devices. This is just a general rule of thumb but to each his own.
CBD vape pens are another way to have a dedicated device for CBD. They come in both disposable, and rechargeable styles that utilize replaceable tanks. Pod vapes have also been increasing in popularity for CBD because they use interchangeable pods, which makes it even easier to swap between CBD and nicotine.
Here are some tips for beginners on how to vape CBD properly:
A. Fill up your device with CBD e-liquid and let it soak into the coil and wick for at least 10 to 15 minutes.
B. Start slow, take a small puff and see how it affects you.
C. Experiment with bigger puffs, keep in mind you don’t need to hold it in for longer than a second, just inhale and exhale naturally.
D. You might notice a slightly earthy or bitter aftertaste. That’s normal with CBD vapes, especially with higher concentrations of cannabidiol.
CBD vaping effects
The most noticeable effects of vaping CBD oil are the calming and euphoric sensation you get from it. If you take the right dosage, it can elevate your mood and reduce anxiety. If you’re in pain, or just stressed out, you can get relief with CBD vape juice. You might not achieve it instantly, but after taking it on a regular basis you will start to notice the effects.
Some of the most commonly reported effects of vaping CBD are:
l Elevated mood
l Reduced stress
l Reduced anxiety
l Reduced pain
l Mild euphoria
l Improved sleep
There are some minor side effects generally associated with CBD, according to a German study conducted in 2017. The most common ones were dry mouth and tiredness. You will need to vape a lot of CBD before you encounter these effects. If you feel them, take a break and drink some water or just take a short nap. Some people experienced diarrhea, but the study administered CBD orally using a carrier oil, which could have been responsible for causing it.
Just vape less frequently or use a less powerful device. You can cut your CBD vape with some of your favorite premium e-liquids, or just purchase a lower strength of CBD e-liquid next time, or use a more appropriate device for your needs.
The most commonly reported side effects were:
l Diarrhea
l Dry mouth
l Tiredness
l Exhaustion
Remember that if you’re not interested in vaping, you can take still CBD vape juice sublingually. Just put a few drops (20 per mL) under your tongue and let it absorb for 30 seconds. There are also many other easy ways to take CBD including CBD pain creams and CBD capsules. They even make CBD oil for your dog these days!
Source: https://vaping360.com/
