CBD or cannabidiol, the active substance of cannabis, is very fashionable in France and in the world today. If its virtues on the relaxation are not any more to show, its therapeutic use and its legislation still make debate. If in reality, the CBD molecule is legal, the finished products containing it must not have any traces of THC (the most known active cannabinoid substance) to be put on the French market. Therein lies the legislative complexity of CBD cannabis. For all that, there are
many products
such as oils, cosmetics, dietary supplements and CBD e-liquid. These liquids for electronic cigarettes are particularly interesting because they allow smokers an alternative to conventional tobacco but also the absorption of active ingredient (such as CBD) without combustion. Therefore, vaping CBD is less harmful to your health. If the success of vape has endured over time, it is for these reasons and for the ease of use of this form of CBD.
Some definitions around vape and cannabis
The world of vape has expanded in recent years and its own language with :
The electronic cigarette
Equipment provided:
- a resistor that defines a heating temperature
- a battery that manages voltage and electrical power
- a reservoir to hold the liquid.
It is this e-liquid that will be more or less heated by the resistance during the vape.
The Pod
Electronic cigarette of new generation particularly interesting for the vapotage of CBD. Its characteristics are:
- a small heating capacity resistor,
- low voltage (battery)
- a small tank that allows the Pod to be small and to be taken everywhere.
The e-liquid
Product composed of a variable percentage of :
- propylene glycol (PG)
- vegetable glycerin (VG)
- flavors
- active ingredients (nicotine, CBD…)
Propylene glycol
Product that, in combination with nicotine or CBD, promotes the power of “hit”. It turns into water vapour when heated. Considered non-toxic, it is found in many products available for consumption (cosmetics, food, pharmaceuticals).
Vegetable glycerin
It is it that promotes the density and quantity of steam emitted by the vapoteur through its humectant and hygroscopic properties.
Non-toxic, it is also found in many industrial products.
The hit
Effect felt by the passage of steam in the throat. It is similar to the sensation of smoking. It is all the stronger that the rates of PG, nicotine or CBD are important and that the temperature of heating is high.
THC
The tetrahydrocannabinol molecule is the most famous active substance in cannabis. It is also the best represented in hemp. It leads to high and/or euphoric effects. But, it generates important psychotropic side effects which can lead to a psychological addiction. 
CBD
Cannabidiol is the second most common cannabinoid found in cannabis after THC. Still under study, it would have many therapeutic virtues:
- anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pain, anti-angiogenesis, sebostatic…
If the relaxing effects of CBD are recognized and cannabidiol has a legislative tolerance, it can not be considered as a drug. Therefore, its use for medical purposes must be supervised by a physician.
Distinction between electronic cigarette and vaporizer
In recent years, it is common to hear terms such as “vapoter”, “vape” or “vapotage” related to the electronic cigarette. But more recently, the word “vaporizer” has also entered the discussion. It sometimes creates a confusion of language.
These two devices have a relevant analogy:
- extract the active ingredients (cbd, nicotine, thc…) from a product without combustion
But, for all that, they are quite different. They differ in one important respect:
- the type of product used.
The sprayer
A vaporizer allows the extraction of cannabidiol and terpenes present in
the flowers
in hemp and cannabis oils or nicotine in tobacco.
With this device, it is possible to regulate the optimal heating temperature to extract the substances in the form of vapor without exceeding the combustion threshold (which would create smoke). This threshold varies from one product to another. However, the heating power of a vaporizer should never exceed 230°C. The principle of extraction of a vaporizer is the circulation of hot air through a product with relative humidity. It is this phenomenon that creates steam.
The electronic cigarette
With an electronic cigarette, it is the PG/VG liquid that, once heated, emits water vapor associated with the active ingredients that compose it (CBD or nicotine and flavors). Unlike the vaporizer, you should never try to put cannabis oil in an e-cigarette at the risk of permanently damaging the material.
How do I vapourize CBD?
Ideal power and temperature for vaping CBD
Vaping with CBD liquids does not require a specific kit. On the other hand, the ideal vape power for vaping CBD is generally :
- around 15W (watts)
- must never exceed 30W, otherwise the molecule will be altered
In addition, the optimal heating temperature should be around 180°C (low). Beyond that, the already powerful hit that CBD generates would become too unpleasant…
Which e-cigarette to vapourize CBD?
On these facts, vape accessories can be summed up as a simple electronic cigarette and a bottle of CBD liquid. However, some electronic cigarette models are ideally suited for vaping. As it is assumed that it is the resistance that will define the power of the vape, it must have a minimum value of 1ohm. Similarly, the CBD molecule degrades faster in the tank of the electronic cigarette than in its original bottle, a small tank to consume this type of liquid is more relevant. Distinguished by these characteristics, the electronic cigarette type
pod
.
The right e-liquid for vaping CBD
OAs mentioned above, you should never attempt to vaporize CBD cannabis oil,
CBD hemp flowers
or any other product! But, the diversity of liquids dedicated to this function (PG / VG) is rich.
There are many CBD liquids with the most popular cannabis flavors (OG Kush, Lemon OG, Skunk..) but also, for those who find this flavor nauseating or too strong, fruity, minty, spicy or gourmet CBD liquids.
Whatever the taste chosen, the electronic cigarette liquids must be stored away from light, air and heat to best preserve their components. For a novice consumer of CBD eliquids, it is best to choose a product with a low CBD content to start with. Then, over time, it may be appropriate to adjust the dosage to have the desired effect.
Attention, for its relaxing and sometimes sedative effects, it is strongly disadvised not to vaporize CBD before taking the wheel. Moreover, the long-term effects of vape are not yet well studied, the electronic cigarette is to be proscribed for pregnant women.
How to vapourize CBD WELL?
To optimize the effects of vaping CBD liquid :
- It is recommended not to consume products containing
nicotine the minutes before taking it. Indeed, nicotine (exciting action) and CBD (relaxing effect) have opposite effects. As the absorption of cannabidiol is slower than that of its antagonist, a successive or joint inhalation of these 2 substances would alter the virtues of CBD. For the same reason, you should never mix a nicotine eliquid with a CBD eliquid. - A standard electronic cigarette model is sufficient for CBD vaping. However, a model (pod type) allowing indirect inhalation and having a low power vape will be more suitable.
- The absorption of CBD by the body when vaping is quite slow. Therefore, it is necessary to wait a short time before feeling the effects (about 15 minutes). It is therefore advisable to have an intense but short duration vape.
nicotine the minutes before taking it. To summarize…
To the question: “how do you vape CBD?”, the answer is simple: as you wish!
Indeed, the vapotage of cannabidiol does not require complex equipment, a simple electronic cigarette is enough! If its vape power is not too important, it’s even better! The choice of liquid will vary from one individual to another (CBD content, various flavors) but the relaxing effects will be there!
FAQ: Vaping CBD
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