The electronic cigarette appeared in France in 2005. It quickly became a favorite among smokers who wanted to stop smoking. If it is still widely used today, it is because it seduces more and more people. In particular, by offering more and more sensory innovations.
In recent years, the craze of a part of the world for CBD (cannabidiol produced by hemp) has not remained for long without effect on manufacturers of liquids for the vape. Indeed, CBD liquids have rapidly invaded the world market. They offer, in addition to their primary characteristics for smoking cessation, a simple and effective way to inhale
CBD
.
Each person has their own physiology. As a result, it reacts intimately to a substance. The CBD liquids are thus declined under various concentrations in order to satisfy everyone. CBD is not a psychotropic molecule like THC (two of the cannabinoids produced in cannabis). However, it is advisable to follow some logic regarding the dosage of CBD present in the e-liquid before a purchase. It is therefore important to ask the question: How to dose CBD in an e-liquid?
Definitions around CBD liquid for novices
- CBD: CBD (cannabidiol) is a cannabinoid of the hemp in the same way as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). This molecule does not affect the nervous system like THC. On the contrary, it would have therapeutic virtues more and more supported scientifically. All the targets and its potential for action in the body have not yet been fully understood. However, its relaxing benefits are no longer to be proven. All CBD users experience the action of cannabidiol more or less differently (intensity and type of effect). But, their opinions all converge on one point: CBD makes you zen!
A little tour around the cannabinoids CBD and THC - THC: THC is a psychoactive substance in cannabis with euphoric effects. Its use, its sale and its culture are prohibited in France. Therefore, for CBD products such as hemp oil or electronic cigarette liquid to be legal, their THC content must not exceed 0.2%.
- Liquids for electronic cigarette: An e-liquid is only designed to be vaporized. It is composed of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG). To this liquid base will be then added aromas, flavors, nicotine and now CBD. Thus, the product is ready for use.
Propylene glycol
The PG, in combination with nicotine or CBD, is the base product of the e-liquid. It promotes the “hit” (sensation similar to the passage of smoke down the throat).- Vegetable Glycerin: The VG is responsible for the production of steam. It promotes condensation during the vape. This is what thickens the substance of the electronic cigarette liquid.
The CBD dosage of an e-liquid
If there are several concentrations of CBD in e-liquids ready to use is because each individual has a personal sensitivity to cannabinoids. Similarly, each smoker who turns to vape will take a nicotine level in his liquid sufficient to meet his personal needs. These vary from one smoker to another. There is therefore no optimal dosage of CBD for a liquid. The required dose of CBD will be individually specific.
The different dosages of CBD in e liquids
It is possible to classify liquids with CBD liquids for vape into 4 main categories, according to their respective concentrations:
- A low dosage: These products have a CBD dosage of less than 100 mg for a 10 ml bottle (1%). This very low content of cannabidiol allows a use for all the types of vapour because the met effects are very discrete. This type of liquid is mainly appreciated by beginners or for its subtle aromas and flavors.
- A median dosage: This dosage concerns liquids ranging from 300 to 500 mg of CBD for 10 ml of base (3-5%). These are the most used by experienced consumers. Their uses are more occasional. Indeed, after a few minutes of vape necessary to optimize the absorption of CBD by the body, the effects are well felt.
- With high dosage: Dosage around 500mg of CBD for 10 ml of liquid (5%). With the dose of cannabidiol contained in this product, its consumption must be very punctual. The effects of CBD are very marked (recreational use). It is sometimes advisable to be particularly vigilant. And, in particular, not to drive.
- At very strong dosage: All the liquids having concentrations in CBD higher than 6% are very powerful products. They will be preferably diluted before being consumed. They are also used as CBD boosters. To do this, simply add them to ready-to-use e-liquids or in the manufacture of custom e-liquids (DIY for “DO It Yourself”). The consumption of a booster as is is not recommended in order to avoid overconsumption. It is even more useless because, at this dose, all the receptors of the endocannabinoid system are already saturated. Therefore, the effect will not be more powerful.
Which CBD dosage for which user?
The purchase of a CBD liquid
liquid for electronic cigarette must be a relevant act. It is obvious that a novice consumer will not take the same dosage of CBD for his liquid that a regular of this cannabinoid. Therefore, it is advisable to take cannabidiol gradually. It is financially and physiologically useless to undertake a first session of vape with a liquid with high CBD dosage. Therefore, for a beginner :
- Start with a low dosage.
- Observe the effects after a few days
- If and only if the needs are not met, then the dose is increased.
- And so on…
Similarly, the optimal dosage of a CBD liquid for an individual will depend on their type of vape. It is obvious that two or three daily vape sessions will not give the same effects as a vape spread out over the day. The purchase of the liquid will then have to be done accordingly:
- For a regular vapoteur, the dosage in CBD will have to be lower than for a punctual vapoage.
The purchase of a CBD liquid must also be done according to its material to vapoter. A low CBD dosage will recommend a more powerful material than a high dosage. The latter will prefer an electronic cigarette not too advanced (Below 30 Watts with a resistance of 1 ohm).
The most powerful CBD e-liquid
As mentioned above, there are liquids for electronic cigarettes with high doses of CBD (1000 mg, 2000 mg, …). In addition to its use in the manufacture of its own e-liquid home (DIY), this type of e-liquid ultra concentrated is more particularly intended to boost in Cannabidiol a liquid ready to use. The interest of boosting in CBD a finished e-liquid is to be able to graduate its dosage in CBD on the duration of its choice. Thus, we avoid buying several liquids with different concentrations if the vapoteur feels the desire to finally increase the dose of CBD in his vape.
CBD boosters can also be found in the form of hemp crystals and will serve the same purpose. This type of booster is however more complicated to use. More difficult to dose, it is then rather reserved for the experts in the matter!
How to dose CBD in an e-liquid?
To summarize, the dosage of CBD in a liquid intended to be vaporized is a personal factor, as well as the taste, smell, ratio PG / VG and nicotine content. There is no generalizable optimal quantity!
Physiology (sensitivity to CBD) and physicality (body mass, health) have a significant impact on the dose required for an individual’s needs. It is therefore advisable to start with an inhalation with a low content of this hemp molecule. Then, increase the dose graduallyoil, if necessary (like a
CBD oil
). This way, you will find the dosage that suits you best, quietly and naturally.
FAQ : CBD e Liquid
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