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In the world today, vaping has increased exponentially in popularity amongst those who are trying to cut back on traditional nicotine methods of consumption, or just those who enjoy inhaling something flavorful and not as carcinogenic. In the realm of CBD, many companies are making their own blend of vape juice with CBD to catch onto the vaping trend that has seemed to sweep the world as of late. In this blog we will be talking about the potential benefits of vaping CBD and the process of making your own CBD vape juice utilizing our CBD isolate powder.
Why Do People Choose To Vape CBD?
Whenever you vape something, the chemical being smoked goes directly into the bloodstream and to the brain. In the case of CBD, the CBD within the vapor goes directly into the bloodstream and into the endocannabinoid system, where it latches onto the different receptors all throughout the body. This is mainly the reason people choose to vape CBD compared to ingesting or taking it sublingually. Since CBD has such a fast reaction process when inhaling, many people opt into vaping CBD for a more instantaneous effect on pain, anxiety, etc. The downside to this however, is the CBD is much faster to leave the body and the effects of it dwindle at a much more rapid rate.
That being said, vaping CBD is still a tremendous way to get the desired effects of CBD at a fast rate, just at the expense of it not having more lasting effects. The great thing about making your own juice is you get to choose which flavor and terpene profile you want. For example, say you find a third party vape juice but it’s a green apple flavor that is simply too sour for your liking. By making your own juice and choosing which flavoring you put into it, you bypass that issue and have the opportunity to enjoy something you crafted to your exact liking.
The Benefit of Making Your Own Vape Juice
Making your own vape juice can be a rewarding process. The main benefit of making your own juice is you can determine how strong you want the juice, as well as which flavor you want, the ratio of PG and VG, and whether or not you want to make it a CBD isolate juice or add more cannabinoids and terpenes in it to make it more of a broad spectrum vape juice. Many people who shop with us here at Discover CBD choose to use our CBD isolate powder to make their own juice.
Below I’ll outline the common ratio people use to make their own juice. Stuff like flavoring and PG/VG blend can be left up to interpretation, as well as the amount of CBD isolate used. Some people prefer a higher amount of CBD per ML while others prefer a more terpene rich blend in their juice. The good thing about making your own is that you can mess around with ratios in order to make your perfect preferred juice!
How To Make Your Own CBD Isolate Vape Juice
Making your own CBD isolate vape juice using propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG) is a great way to customize your vaping experience and control the ingredients in your product. To start, gather high-quality CBD isolate powder, like the one we have here at Discover CBD, which contains 99% pure CBD, as well as PG and VG in the desired ratios. PG and VG are common vape juice bases, with PG providing a stronger throat hit and VG producing denser vapor. An effective ratio is often 70% PG to 30% VG, as PG is better at dissolving the isolate. However, you can adjust the ratio based on your preference for a smoother or more intense vaping experience. You’ll also need a small glass container, such as a dropper bottle, and a precision scale to measure your CBD isolate accurately.
Starting Off
Once you have your ingredients and tools, start by mixing the PG and VG in your chosen ratio in the glass container. If you’re aiming for a specific concentration, measure the CBD isolate accordingly (for instance, 500mg of isolate in 10ml of vape juice would yield a 5% concentration). Add the isolate to the PG and VG mixture, then stir it thoroughly.
Low And Slow
CBD isolate dissolves more easily in PG than VG, so it’s helpful to gently heat the mixture, either by placing the container in a warm water bath or using a microwave on a low setting for 5-10 seconds. This step helps the CBD fully dissolve without losing potency. Stir until the solution is completely clear, ensuring the isolate is evenly dispersed.
Storing Your Juice
After the mixture is fully combined and clear, transfer it to a vape-friendly container with a dropper or syringe for easy filling. It’s now ready for use in any refillable vape device compatible with PG/VG e-liquids. This DIY method gives you control over the CBD concentration and flavor, as you can also add food-grade flavorings if desired. Also remember to give the bottle a good shake after a prolonged amount of time without use to ensure proper separation of the ingredients.
To extend the shelf life of your homemade CBD vape juice, store it in a cool, dark place, as light and heat can degrade the CBD over time. With these steps, you can create a customized CBD vape juice for your needs while ensuring purity and quality. It's worth noting that CBD vape solutions should not be use oil due to the risk of Lipid Pneumonia. Mix CBD isolate 50/50 with propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin is commonly used instead. Ethylene glycol is different than propylene glycol and is not safe to use.
How To Determine Your Dose
Vape tanks usually range from 2ml to 8ml depending on the vaping device. People who vape a lot usually go for larger tanks to reduce the need of frequent refills. When determining your perfect dose when making your own vape juice it's important to consider the size of the refillable tank you are using. When making a more mild type of CBD vape juice, doing 10mg of CBD per ml would suffice. Some people desire something stronger than that, however, so doing 30mg/ml or 60mg/ml might be more what they are looking for when putting a desired amount of CBD into their juice.
Some calculations to help determine the strength of juice you want could be:
- 100 mg (mild) = 0.94% = 10 mg/ml
- 300 mg (strong) = 2.8% = 30 mg/ml
- 600 mg (very strong) = 5.6% = 60 mg/ml
The percentages appear slightly lower than you might expect. This is because the blend of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG) is denser than water, so one milliliter of this particular blend weighs more than 1g - ultimately influencing the numerical percentage. It's important to mess around with strengths when you are getting started in order to find what works best for you.
Make It Your Own
One of the coolest benefits of making your own CBD juice is you get to make it exactly how you would like it. Want a stronger juice with a particular terpene profile? Simply up the amount of CBD isolate you use and add whatever terpene you want to get your desired perfect juice. Messing around with strengths and flavors can make the juice truly unique to your own needs and preferences. Here at Discover CBD we pride ourselves in our ability to provide the information our customers need in order to take our CBD isolate and make something truly unique. If you have any questions regarding using our CBD isolate to make something visit one of our physical retail stores or give us a call at (719) 358-7553.
