You can find THC-dominant tinctures . Or CBD tinctures , and even tinctures with the acidic cannabinoids THCA and CBDA .
All of these tinctures have different uses and benefits .
“ We ’ ve got a new one coming out that is going to be 30 percent CBDA , THCA , CBD , and 10 percent THC – which means it ’ s the closest thing you can get to juicing two different cannabis plants together ,” Ettel says , adding that combos like this make a great supplement for preventative health .
# 5 ) Tinctures make a great topical Most cannabis topicals have a lot of filler and a very low percentage of cannabinoids . Not the case with tinctures . “ I love that you can use tinctures for topicals and put them directly on your skin ,” Ettel says . “ You have to be careful obviously what tincture you ’ re using and what ingredients have been put in there , but ours are great , especially with the MCT oil which absorbs right through your skin – so you ’ re getting better results with less .” We can also use tinctures topically for sprains or bruising – the acid cannabinoids ( THCA and CBDA ) especially take down bruising , Ettel adds , And what a lot of people don ’ t know is that THCA helps with sunburns – any burn , Ettel continues . You can use it topically and it takes away the burn and helps heal it in a fraction amount of the time . “ I also use the acid cannabinoids on my face every day . It helps with cell regeneration , and so it brings down the redness in your face and is really good for your skin ,” she says . “ You can use tinctures for pain , for skin conditions like psoriasis – you name it . Really incredible things topically that people just don ’ t usually know .”
# 6 ) Tinctures are discreet Need a low-key method for taking your medicine ? Tinctures are inconspicuous . Unlike smoking a pipe or burning a joint , tinctures do not produce an odour .
So there ’ s no need to worry about finding a place to consume . Simply place a few drops under your tongue and you ’ re set . Tinctures also don ’ t have a noticeable odour when stored , so you can easily carry it with you on the go . Additionally , you can insert your tincture solution into gel capsules – which is what a lot of patients do when the dropper is not an option . Just keep in mind that swallowing your tincture as opposed to dropping it under the tongue basically turns it into an edible .
# 7 ) Tinctures are low calorie If you like edibles , infused desserts are no doubt delicious . Yet , they can also pack on the pounds if you ’ re not careful . A cannabisinfused brownie can contain up to 150 calories or more ! Tinctures offer a low-calorie alternative if you prefer to ingest your cannabis in this method and want to watch your weight .
# 8 ) Tinctures offer efficient cannabinoid and terpene absorption When you take your tinctures sublingually as opposed to ingesting this gets the medicine directly into your bloodstream . As a result , the effects can usually be felt within as little as fifteen minutes and last two to three hours . And if the tincture is wellmade , you ’ ll get a much more efficient cannabinoids / terpene absorption rate than any other consumption method . Keep in mind that results do vary . Always check the potency before dosing . Start with a few drops initially and work your way up .
# 9 ) Tinctures must be stored properly Did you know heat and light deteriorate cannabinoids ? Tinctures must be stored in cool temperatures in an airtight glass container . We recommend a dark glass dropper bottle . Be sure to avoid plastic containers for storing your tincture . Always use a glass container and store it in at least room temperature for best results .