CBD oil can be used in different ways. Orally, dermally and sublingually. The main advantage of taking CBD in oil form is that it allows you to have quick effects while having control over the dosage.
How to consume CBD oil?
There are three ways to consume CBD oil:
- You can dilute a few drops of CBD oil in a drink;
- You can apply CBD oil directly to the skin and massage it in with circular motions;
- For faster effects, you can put a few drops under your tongue, this is called sublingual absorption. This allows the cannabinoids to be absorbed more quickly by the body. Do not swallow the oil directly, wait 30 seconds.
Contrary to what some people think, CBD oil cannot be smoked! Only e-liquids and concentrates can be smoked with an electronic cigarette or vaporiser.
What to mix CBD oil with?
CBD is a fat soluble molecule, which means that it dissolves well in fat. It is best to mix your oil with other cooking fats such as butter, olive oil, coconut oil or sunflower oil or with high fat products to get the full benefit of its effects.
You can mix your CBD oil into smoothies, protein shakes or any other drink. CBD oil can be mixed into anything. You can add it to all your favourite dishes. The bioavailability of CBD will be 5 times better when you consume it with a high fat meal.
How to apply CBD oil?
As explained above, CBD oil can also be applied to the skin. Directly on your skin or mixed with your cream, CBD has very effective anti-inflammatory properties and acts as an analgesic, greatly improving the well-being of sufferers. CBD oil applied to the skin can relieve muscle pain for example. CBD is also excellent for reducing cramps and aches, and is widely used by athletes. Overall, it can relieve pain and speed up the healing process for all kinds of injuries such as tendonitis, sprains, tears, stress fractures, muscle injuries or strains, muscle soreness, etc. CBD oil can also help sufferers of rheumatism such as osteoarthritis and arthritis.
For the dosage, you can easily add 9 to 12 drops per day to your cream. You mix it and then apply it in small circular movements to your skin so that the cream is well absorbed.
How to dose CBD oil?
The dosage of the oil depends on the way it is consumed, its percentage of concentration and the needs of the consumer. Please note that the amount and percentage of CBD to be taken will vary from person to person and individual sensitivities Each body will react differently and each user will have different health needs.
In any case, it is best to start with small doses and see the different effects that taking CBD has on your body and your well-being. So listen to your body and work the product slowly by increasing the dose gradually, milligram by milligram.
On average, a dose of 25 mg of CBD is effective for most people, but the amount may be different depending on your current problem (sluggishness, pain, insomnia, chronic diseases...). 25 mg of CBD corresponds to 5 drops of our CBD Broad Spectrum 10% for example, or 2.5 drops of our CBD Broad Spectrum 20%. The higher the percentage of CBD concentration, the stronger the dose.
Take the time to check the label on your oil to see how many milligrams of CBD are delivered per dropper. This varies from product to product.
If you are just starting out, we recommend taking it in three doses, morning, noon and night. Start with one drop of CBD oil three times a day (morning, noon and evening) for one week. The following week, try two drops of oil (3x a day) and then each week add an extra drop to your daily intake. Gradually, you will find the right balance in your dosage according to the desired effects.
How do I choose the percentage of my CBD oil?
The percentage can be associated with the "potency" of the product. A product with 30% CBD will be three times more potent than one with 10%. The desired potency will vary depending on your need, experience and weight. If you are using CBD for the first time, it is recommended to start with a low percentage.
We can't advise a specific percentage, again it will depend on your problem and your sensitivity to CBD. It is certain that the percentage of CBD to treat anxiety problems will not be the same as a treatment to relieve heavy pathologies such as fibromyalgia or cancer.
The best advice we can give you is to start with a lower percentage and then increase the number of drops you take. Once you have found the dose that suits you best by listening to your body, you can then increase the percentage if necessary.
