Types of CBD Oil
Once the hemp plant has been harvested and dried, it is processed into oil for consumption. The ways in which it is processed will impact the effects.
There are 3 types of CBD hemp oil for sale based on the specific cannabinoid being targeted
1. Full Spectrum CBD Oil
Full Spectrum oil includes ALL of the cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids and essential oils exactly as they originally existed in the hemp plant. This allows for the “Entourage Effect” meaning that cannabinoids work together to enhance the benefit of each individual cannabinoid. Many users prefer full spectrum oils because they include a broader range of naturally occurring compounds from the hemp plant, creating what’s often referred to as a more robust experience.
2. Broad Spectrum CBD Oil
Broad Spectrum starts as full spectrum but becomes broad when only the tetrahydrocannabinol cannabinoid ("THC") has been completely removed from the oil. The rest of the cannabinoids are still intact in this oil. Our full spectrum oil contains only low levels of THC (far below the legal limit of 0.3%), many people are more comfortable with consuming a hemp product that contains no THC at all.
3. CBD Isolate
CBD Isolate results when the phytocannabinoid called cannabidiol ("CBD") has been extracted and isolated apart from all other chemicals naturally contained in the hemp plant. In other words, all other cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids & essential oils are removed. CBD in this form may not be as effective as Full Spectrum or Broad Spectrum oil due to a lack of the “Entourage Effect.”
Two Classifications of CO2 Extracted CBD Hemp Oil
Within the various CBD oils, there are also different variations of the oil with regard to extraction method.
1. CO2 Extract
CBD Extract comes from the first stage of CO2 extraction which is full spectrum oil rich in terpenes and flavonoids. This oil has all of the good stuff in it but also has a stronger, hempy and slightly bitter taste. For those who prefer a more robust experience and don't mind the "hempy" flavor, pure extract is a great option.
2. CO2 Distillate
The CBD extract is purified through distillation to remove chlorophyll and other impurities to create a cleaner concentrated full spectrum oil. While the taste is drastically improved, some of the terpenes and flavonoids are removed in the process reducing the potential impact of the entourage effect. While the effects may not be as robust as CBD Extract, CBD distillate is still highly effective and is often the better choice for those who have food sensitivities or seasonal allergies.
At Fat Flower, we offer both options in order to offer the best experience for all of our customers. In summary, we strive to create the best CBD, CBG & CBDV CO2 extracts and distillates for human consumption through organic CO2 Extraction. These techniques allow us to provide you with the most effective and pure CBD oil that exists in the industry.