Buying Your First CBD Vape Pen? Look for These Things

CBD vape pens have become a popular way to inhale CBD vapor without downtime. However, buying the right device with high CBD quality and potency can be tricky too many users. The blog explains CBD vape pens and the factors to consider when buying them.

CBD is an active compound extracted from the cannabis sativa plant with over 100 other cannabinoids. It is associated with several health benefits, like alleviating pain, stress, and anxiety, without inducing any adverse effects. Unlike its cousin THC, CBD has no mind-altering effects; instead, it treatsthe high dependency associated with smoking cannabis. Upon extraction, it is highly diluted with carriers to create CBD oil subjected to high pressure to make vape juice. CBD vape juice is infused into a vape pen device to create a CBD vape pen regime. However, buying these devices can be tricky if you don't understand the quality and condition of CBD that should be vaped.

Understanding CBD vape pen

A CBD vape pen is a small pen-shaped electronic device used to vaporize CBD oil for inhaling. They are made of three parts, namely;

Battery

The battery is the heaviest part powering the coil to vaporize CBD vape juice.

Cartridge

It is the chamber housing CBD vape juice and atomizer (Coil). It is connected to the battery either permanently or can be removed when CBD oil runs dry. The battery heats the coil to vaporize CBD juice into vapor.

Mouthpiece

A small opening that allowsa smooth flow of CBD vapor into the user's mouth.

Factors to Consider when Shopping for CBD Vape Pens

Most cannabis consumers prefer to begin their experience with CBD therapeutic effects with vaping. It is because vaping is more popular than CBD oil sublingually and has a fast reaction time. It disguises the bitter earthy taste of CBD oil with a sweet aroma.  Therefore, your vape pen should cater to your preferences and have good CBD vape juice. Look for vendors authorized by the standard food agency (FSA) and offering various options in terms of CBD formulae, flavorings, and device types. Other factors to put into consideration are:

Brand Reputation

The popularity and high demand for CBD vape pens have caused new manufacturers to produce poor-quality devices. A reputable manufacturer will help you achieve greater relaxation from vaping CBD with no adverse side effects since they can easily alter the quality of the E-liquid. You can determine the brand's reputation by visiting its public websites and reviewing customers' ratings and comments. Avoid buying CBD vape pens from poorly rated and badly commented manufacturers or local vendors.

Vape Budget

The most cost-effective and reliable CBD vape device is the right option for newbies. Cheap products are not necessarily the best option. Going too cheap means diminishing the quality of CBD juice and costing you more money. Consider choosing disposable vape pens since they are more affordable than refillable if your pocket doesn't meet the company price. However, consider other factors before evaluating the vape pen's price and quality to avoid being conned.

CBD Source

The quality and potency of CBD juice in the vape pen can affect the product. Consider buying vape devices with CBD oil extracted from an industrial hemp plant. Gibbs et al. (2019) explained that marijuana-derived CBD is illegal for public consumption and contaminates the final products with THC levels. The hemp plant is largely preferred since it contains a high concentration of CBD and a low level of THC, guaranteeinga high potency.

Go Organic

The industrial hemp plant should be cultivated using organic methods without chemicals like fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, etc. According toErridge et al. (2022), the chemicals contaminate CBD vapes with non-biodegradable substances, lowering CBD's effectiveness andbeing harmful to the body.

Other Ingredients

The CBD vape pen should have a label listing other cannabinoids or terpenes infused in the e-liquid. In addition, flavorings used, diluents, and carriers should also be listed to allow the user to know if there is any product they are allergic to.

CBD Vape Juice Type

Vape pens should be labeled with the type of CBD inside the e-liquid. There are three types, namely:

• Full-spectrum best suits users who wish to benefit from other plant cannabinoids. It consists of all plant phytochemicals, including small traces of THC. However, the psychoactive compound should not exceed 0.2% of the total vape juice weight.
• CBD isolate is the purest form that guarantees high CBD potency in vape pens. It contains only CBD molecules with no contamination from other cannabinoids.
• Broad-spectrum CBD vape juice lies in the middle of the other two as it consists of almost all cannabinoids and terpenes except THC. It allows users to harness the entourage effects of terpenes and other minor compounds without the THC mind-altering effects.

Certificate of Analysis (COA)

A certificate of analysis is the quality result that shows the purity of CBD vapes after a third-party lab test. Freeman et al. (2021) explained that COA result is made public for scrutiny and can help you determine the CBD source, THC presence, and the quality of other minor ingredients in the vaping device.  It is mostly packed with CBD vape pens or posted on brand websites.

Extraction Method

The technique used to derive CBD oil for vaping is a crucial part to consider. Most cannabis experts recommend buying products infused with CBD extracted using CO2 or cold pressing. CO2 extraction ensures the CBD vape is not contaminated with chemical residues like ethanol, producing a high-quality product. Cold pressing involves squeezing the cannabinoid out of the hemp leaves and flowers without using too much heat. Jaidee et al. (2022) claimed that heat degrades the composition and effectiveness of CBD oil. Therefore, the method ensures high CBD potency and quality in vaping.

Vape Pen Condition

The condition of the vaping device is vital to users. The following are things to look at:

The Battery Lifespan

The battery power should be more than 500mAh to ensure it last longer.

Cartridge Coil

The coil should have more than 1.2 ohms resistance to avoid using more e-liquid and taking too much battery power. High ohm prevents overheating the CBD e-liquid and degrading its therapeutic power.

The Number of Puff

Buy a CBD vape pen with several puffs equivalent to battery power to avoid the heating power depleting while E-liquid remains. It only applies to disposable vape pens where the battery can't recharge.

Conclusion

Vaping is the fastest way to harness the therapeutic benefits of CBD. Vaping devices like vape pens heat the CBD juice into an inhalable vapor before being incorporated into the patient system through lung tissues. However, buying CBD vape pens can be tricky due to the overwhelming numbers of manufacturers chasing the high customer demand. Therefore, to avoid buying poor quality and ineffective CBD vape pens, consider determining the manufacturer's reputation, checking COA, and reviewing the condition of the vaping device before purchasing. Other factors like CBD source and type, extraction methods, and THC level will help determine the potency and purity of the CBD vape juice in the vape cartridge.

References

Erridge, S., Coomber, R., & Sodergren, M. H. (2022). Medical cannabis, CBD wellness products, and public awareness of evolving regulations in the United Kingdom. Journal of Cannabis Research, 4(1), 1-9.

Freeman, T. P., Craft, S., Wilson, J., Stylianou, S., ElSohly, M., Di Forti, M., & Lynskey, M. T. (2021). Changes in delta‐9‐tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) concentrations in cannabis over time: systematic review and meta‐analysis. Addiction, 116(5), 1000-1010.

Gibbs, B., Yates, D. A., & Liebling, J. (2019). CBD in the UK. London, UK: Centre for Medicinal Cannabis

Jaidee, W., Siridechakorn, I., Nessopa, S., Wisuitiprot, V., Chaiwangrach, N., Ingkaninan, K., &Waranuch, N. (2022). Kinetics of CBD, Δ9-THC degradation, and cannabinol formation in cannabis resin at various temperature and pH conditions. Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, 7(4), 537-547.