A Beginner’s Guide to CBD Vape Oil

The vast majority of people will be fully aware of CBD by now. The versatile cannabinoid has grown in prominence and taken the wellness industry by storm over the past 5 years, and that advancement is now showing signs of slowing.

Vaping is another similarly rising trend in recent years as the world gradually moves away from traditional smoking. It was always inevitable that there would be a transition between CBD and vaping at some point, and when it finally did, its popularity soared.

This article aims to provide an overview of what exactly CBD vape oil is and why it has become so popular. Before we dive into that, let’s brush up on exactly what CBD is for those who may not know.

What is CBD?

Cannabidiol, better known by its abbreviation CBD, is one of over 100 phytocannabinoids that make up the cannabis plant. The two most dominant of these are CBD and tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC for short.

This is usually where confusion arises. The clear difference between the two is that THC is a psychoactive compound. This is responsible for the high typically associated with smoking cannabis. CBD, on the other hand, is not psychoactive, so it won’t get you high.

There are three main types of CBD to be aware of:

• Full spectrum CBD – This contains a wide range of additional terpenes and flavonoids as well as CBD. It also contains traces of THC, which in the UK must be below 0.2% by law. This is not enough to get the user high.
• Broad spectrum CBD – This contains all of the above but does not contain THC. This is often viewed as a “happy medium” for those who want to avoid THC based on drug testing, for example, but also want to enjoy the benefits of additional terpenes and flavonoids.
• CBD isolate – This is the purest form of CBD and contains absolutely nothing else. It is usually sold as a powder or crystal.

What is CBD Vape Oil?

CBD vape oil is very different from traditional CBD oil in tincture form. While they can look quite similar, they shouldn’t be confused. Don’t try to vaporize your sublingual CBD oil drops!

CBD vape oil doesn’t actually contain any oil. It usually contains CBD and maybe a few extra terpenes and cannabinoids if broad-spectrum or full-spectrum is used. Plus, it’s only propylene glycol or vegetable glycerin that allow the liquid to evaporate.

How does CBD vaporizing work?

The process of vaping is pretty straightforward. A battery operated heating element quickly heats the CBD vape oil until it turns into vapor before being inhaled by the user.

Once inhaled into your lungs, the CBD vapor passes through the alveoli on the surface of your lungs and goes directly into your bloodstream. Your blood then carries the CBD to your brain and interacts with both the CB1 receptors in your brain and the CB2 receptors in your cells, which are part of your endocannabinoid system.

Why should I vape CBD oil?

There are tons of reasons why CBD vape oil is fast becoming one of the most popular delivery methods in the CBD industry. We’ll go through just a few of them below.

• Extremely efficient – One of the downsides to ingestible or topical CBD products is that they have low bioavailability. For example, when ingested, our digestive system breaks down between 80-95% of the CBD before it can reach our bloodstream. However, when you vape CBD oil, only 40% is broken down before it enters the bloodstream.
• Act quickly – There is no doubt that CBD vape oil is the fastest delivery method available. Ingestible CBD products take around an hour to work, while topical CBD products typically take around 45 minutes. However, vaping CBD usually takes between 2 and 5 minutes to have an effect. This makes it more and more desirable for those seeking quick action. It can be especially useful for those who want to fight anxiety attacks and can’t wait an hour for the effects to kick in.
• Easy to use – Many new CBD users cite the difficulties associated with using CBD oil in tincture form as one of the main reasons for discontinuing use. It can become a fiddly process indeed, especially if you’re trying to use it on the go or have a busy lifestyle. In terms of ease of use, CBD vape oil clearly has the edge. Just take a small breath and exhale. Easy!
• Dosage control – The dosage of CBD vape oil can be much easier than other products due to the fast duration of action. Within 5 minutes of your first drawing, you have a pretty clear idea of ​​how each one will affect you. This gives you a finer level of control compared to CBD oil.
• Great taste – Another remarkably common reason for not using CBD is the unpleasant aftertaste that often accompanies CBD oil when taken sublingually. This is completely the opposite when vaporizing CBD. You have a choice of different flavors, from chewing gum to cheesecake!
• Discreet delivery method – Again, CBD vape oil is far more discreet compared to CBD oil tinctures. There is no doubt that many uneducated on the subject will ask you some uncomfortable questions, and it is understandable that you would want to avoid such conversations. There is very little odor associated with vaping CBD provided you are using a product of reasonable quality. This means that those around you would have no idea that you were vaping CBD.

Conclusion

As you can see from what you have just read, CBD vape oil is undoubtedly a great option for anyone looking to try a new CBD product or perhaps change from an existing one. In the last few years especially, its popularity has risen for good reason.

Before trying any CBD product, however, it is important that you consult your primary care physician or health care professional to ensure that you are avoiding contraindications.

Finally, always make sure that you get a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) from any dealer you use for the first time. This is an independent list of ingredients curated by an independent third party laboratory to keep you safe.