While most CBD products are made from hemp extract, a carrier oil is also used, which can be a vegetable oil or vegetable glycerin.
The purpose of these carrier oils is to allow CBD to be delivered to the body effectively. There are many different carrier oils used in CBD products, each with its own positive and negative characteristics.
What is a CBD carrier oil?
The carrier oil is nothing more than an essential ally to transport CBD and other phytochemicals in an easy and safe way. This compound acts as a solvent that dissolves the components of the hemp plant, so that they can be used without any problem, fat is used, since cannabinoids are soluble in oils and fats.
What are the benefits of adding carrier oils to CBD?
Today we will talk about carrier oils and their three main reasons for being used:
Carrier oils improve the absorption of CBD
It turns out that carrier oil not only serves to dilute hemp extract, but also improves the absorption of CBD in our body. And all thanks to the liposolubility of this substance.
Through the microvilli of our intestine, the body has two ways of absorbing compounds: one water-soluble and one fat-soluble. And CBD is one of the latter. That’s why, in order for our bodies to absorb, CBD must be wrapped in micelles and travel through fatty lymphatic tissue. What a complex process!
But don’t worry, because there’s a way to make this process easier: by using CBD along with fats. In this way, our body prepares for the absorption of fats and increases the amount of CBD it can absorb. Incredible!
Carrier oils make dose measurement easier
The difference between using a 5 mg or 50 mg dose of pure CBD crystals is very small and to get an accurate dose you need a scale of accuracy that most CBD users don’t have.
The solution is to dilute the CBD crystals in a carrier oil to obtain a predictable amount of CBD per bottle, making it easier to measure the dose. This makes CBD dosing more accurate and consistent for users.
Carrier oils may offer additional health benefits
Carrier oils have health benefits of their own. Coconut oil is recognized for its antibacterial and antifungal effect and can increase HDL cholesterol.
Olive oil reduces the risk of heart disease in other ways. Other carrier oils have antioxidant properties and provide health-promoting omega 3 and 6 fatty acids.
However, most of these benefits require a relatively large amount of oil. Effective doses of these fats usually start at 10 ml or more. On the other hand, the dosage of CBD oil can vary from 1 to 10 ml, depending on its potency.
Common CBD Carrier Oils
For example, coconut oil is a common carrier oil in CBD products due to its ability to mix well with hemp extract and its pleasant taste. MCT oil, derived from coconut oil, is also used because it is believed to improve the absorption of CBD in the body.
Olive oil is another common carrier oil, as it has a mild flavor and is easy to find. Palm oil is also often used due to its high heat resistance and ability to maintain the flavor of products.
Another popular carrier oil is hemp seed oil, which is believed to have beneficial health properties, and avocado oil, which is rich in healthy fats. In addition, sesame oil and grapeseed oil are also used in some CBD products.
Each carrier oil has its own set of benefits and drawbacks, so it’s important for users to be aware of the options available so they can make informed decisions when purchasing CBD products. So the next time you check the label of your CBD oil, pay attention to the carrier oils it contains, they may have more importance than you thought!
Which CBD carrier oil is best?
It is common to see how many companies boast that their choice of carrier oil is the best. An example of this is the claim by many brands that MTC oil is superior to other options, while others argue that oils high in LCTs such as olive oil are better.
However, it is important to note that there is not enough scientific evidence to suggest that one specific carrier oil is superior to another. In fact, any carrier oil is effective enough to dissolve CBD and prepare it for proper absorption by your body.
Key takeaways: What is the best CBD carrier oil?
Carrier oils are essential in CBD oil tinctures and other products, as they contribute to the absorption of CBD in the body.
Among the most commonly used carrier oils in CBD tinctures, MCT oil stands out for its low cost and convenient properties, such as the absence of flavor and its long shelf life.
Importantly, you don’t need to worry about selecting a specific carrier oil, as they are all effective in promoting CBD absorption. Therefore, there is no “best” carrier oil to improve the effectiveness of the tincture.
However, if you want to get the most out of CBD oil and don’t mind paying a little extra, hemp seed oil may be the ideal choice due to the presence of other active ingredients, which are thought to be synergistic with CBD.
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