4 Rick Simpson Oil Products Worth Trying Out

Although the recreational cannabis market has not yet seen the escalating explosion of Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) products in the form of edibles and vape pens, it is still a huge product in the medical cannabis community. Because of its high THC content, RSO has long been a staple food for patients seeking relief from a wide variety of ailments, and as the market continues to grow, RSO and its delivery methods continue to grow.

If you’ve always been curious about Rick Simpson Oil, or this is the first time you’ve ever heard of it, now is the time to explore your options and see what innovations are going on in the world of cannabis oil extracts .

What is Rick Simpson Oil?

Rick Simpson is a native Canadian who developed Rick Simpson Oil in 2003 to treat his then newly diagnosed basal cell carcinoma. After Simpson applied the oil to his cancerous moles, he claimed it healed him. This is how RSO was born, although Simpson attracted controversy, skepticism, and anger from medical professionals due to a lack of scientific research to support his claims (see “Controversy and Copycats” in our dictionary entry for RSO).

Today, RSO is more commonly referred to as Full Extract Cannabis Oil (FECO) and is a strong decarboxylated cannabis oil that was originally extracted using ethanol, although many other extraction methods – such as the use of food-grade solvents – came into play when the market hit grows. Now you can find many brands that offer high terpene and unique cannabinoid percentages along with the already colossal amounts of THC and CBD in the oil. It can be baked into brownies, taken sublingually, or used as a topical agent.

Usually when you walk into a pharmacy you will find RSO packaged in easy-to-dose syringes. However, the use of syringes has started to fade as the images have negative connotations and can provoke for some people.

4 RSO brands worth trying out

When looking for the right RSO product for you, it is important to buy from licensed, verified brands and never outside of the unlicensed market. Because oils can hide a lot of impurities – especially since RSO is sometimes black in color – it’s easy for unregulated brands and companies to fill their oils with unwanted pesticides, fillers, or other materials.

Check out some of our recommendations below to get you started.

Skagit Organics

I’ve tried the RSO from Skagit Organics in person and they have quickly become one of my favorite brands from RSO. The brand uses only food-grade alcohol for extraction, and each batch is tested for pesticides by a third party as part of the Tested With Confidence program. As a major advocate in the cannabis space, Skagit Organics works with a number of organizations focused on creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and ethical industry.

Available: Washington

Jetty Extracts Dablicator

Following feedback from medical patients that Jetty Extracts offers through its nonprofit Shelter Project, the company has developed an entirely new applicator for its powerful RSO. Jetty Extracts, called Dablicator, provides the consumer with accurate dosing without the need to pull a syringe. Dab it off, blend it into joints, or just use it sublingually for a little mental or physical relaxation.

Available: California

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Siskiyou Sungrown FECO

Siskiyou Sungrown uses certified organic cane alcohol to extract its FECO and offers extremely potent oils for both medicinal and recreational users. Siskiyou also works with many Oregon brands looking to use their specific oils and cannabis products in edibles, topical products, and more.

Available: Oregon

710 Labs RSO

Like the Jetty Extracts Dablicator above, the RSO from 710 Labs dispenses with the syringe for an optimized applicator. Her RSO is strain specific from a pool of unique genetics, so add yourself to the list and keep your eyes peeled for your favorite strain.

Available: California

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Hannah Wiesen

Hannah is a Seattle-based writer and editor. She has worked in the cannabis industry for three years and continues to learn and research.