Can You & Should You Vape CBD Oil?

Have you ever considered vaping CBD oil? As the vaping industry grows, more people are considering whether to vape CBD oil. However, is it safe to vape CBD oil? Are there any differences between smoking cannabis? What’s the correct dosage? 

We’ll answer all these questions in this article.

What Is CBD and CBD Oil?

CBD has become increasingly popular worldwide in the last five years. CBD—commonly known as cannabidiol—is the most common cannabinoid found in marijuana plants. Unlike THC, it contains zero psychoactive side effects. However, CBD is excellent for handling chronic pain, decreasing stress, relieving anxiety, and relaxing muscular cramps. 

People typically inject CBD through various methods, such as creams, capsules, and oils. Although CBD is legal in most of the United States, it must contain no more than 0.3% THC. 

How Does It Feel To Vape CBD?

Vaping CBD isn’t overly different from vaping your favorite cannabis strain, but you won’t experience heavy psychoactive side effects. After a while, you may begin feeling sleepy and relaxed. Sounds good, right? 

Vaping CBD is mainly therapeutic; people experience pain relief from inflammation and reduced anxiety. Unlike when you smoke too much THC, it’s rare to feel adverse side effects. 

Can You Vape CBD Oil? 

Studies show inhaling oil may create significant health risks ¹R. Polosa, F. Cibella, P. Caponnetto, M. Maglia, C. Prosperini, D. Russo, and C. Tashkin, “Health impact of E-cigarettes: a prospective 3.5-year study of regular daily users who have never smoked,” Sci Rep, vol. 7, no. 1, p. 13825, Nov. 2017. [Online]. Available: PubMed Central doi: 10.1038/s41598-017-14043-2. —such as lipoid pneumonia. Therefore, you must be careful how you vape CBD because some CBD oils include MCT oil. 

However, there are four safer vaping options you can choose from:

1. CBD Vape Liquid: CBD vape juice — often called CBD vape oil —doesn’t contain any oil. So it’s considerably safer than smoking pure CBD oil. With that said, if the CBD vape juice includes anything other than VG (vegetable glycerin), PG (propylene glycol), CBD extract, or terpenes and cannabinoids, it’s probably not suitable for smoking. Ensure you check the label for the absence of oil. 
2. CBD cartridges: You can use CBD cartridges to vape CBD. They contain disposable e-cig tanks loaded with CBD e-liquid.
3. High CBD strains: if you have high CBD cannabis strains, you can vape them. Fortunately, there are many high CBD cannabis strains; choose those with 150 to 250mg of CBD concentrates per gram of flower. 
4. CBD distillate: You can vape CBD concentrates with a 510 vape pen. Manufacturers make them with a solvent-based CBD extraction method or CO2. 

Is Vaping CBD Popular? 

As CBD becomes more prevalent and legal worldwide, more people are choosing CBD vapes. Currently, people use CBD oil for many health benefits, including anxiety reduction, insomnia, and chronic pain.

If you combine that with the growth of vaping, it’s no wonder vaping CBD liquid is becoming popular. 

What Is the Ideal CBD Vape Dosage?

The ideal vape dosage varies dramatically depending on the person—but there’s no perfect dosage. In addition, everyone has a different cannabinoid system and metabolism, which creates different results for each individual. 

Consider these factors before choosing your CBD dosage:

• Age
• The CBD concentration 
• Height
• Weight 
• Your metabolism 
• Tolerance levels 
• Overall health 
• Gender 

The standard CBD vape cartridge with 100mg of CBD delivers 1 to 2mg of CBD with each puff. However, you’ll consume more CBD per puff if you use a CBD vape pen or a tank. The average CBD consumer takes 10 to 30mg of CBD daily for serious conditions—such as inflammation and pain. However, some users take up to 200 to 1000mg daily for chronic conditions. 

The best way to find your ideal dosage is to start slowly and work your way upwards. Begin with a minimal dosage of 2mg of CBD and wait for 6 hours until your next dosage. Then, increase your dosage by 5mg each time until you feel the desired result. Pay close attention to how you feel after each dose. You may notice positive side effects straight away. If so, stick with that dosage until your tolerance levels increase. 

What Are the Side Effects of Vaping CBD?

Side effects are a significant concern for millions of CBD users. However, researchers are still trying to understand the side effects of CBD. Last year, researchers published a comprehensive study on the side effects of CBD. ²R. Polosa, P. Caponnetto, F. Cibella, and M. Le-Houezec, “Quit and Smoking Reduction Rates in Vape Shop Consumers: A Prospective 12-Month Survey,” Int J Environ Res Public Health, vol. 12, no. 4, p. 3428, Apr. 2015. [Online]. Available: PubMed Central doi: 10.3390/ijerph120403428.

They found that high CBD doses may cause drowsiness; however, low to medium CBD doses are unlikely to cause drowsiness. Other possible side effects may include red eyes, hunger, and euphoria. Still, the side effects are far weaker than prescribed drugs and show the vast health benefits of using CBD products. 

If you’re looking to vape CBD, it’s a wise idea to have a 510 vape battery. They are lightweight, portable, and easy to use. You can change the voltage with a 510 vape battery, which allows you to vape CBD at a steadier pace and reduce possible side effects. 

Can You Get High From Vaping CBD Oil? 

If you love the psychoactive feeling created by consuming THC, you’ll feel disappointed when you vape CBD. Due to the lack of THC, CBD vape oils will not get you high—regardless of how much you consume. Some CBD products contain traces of THC, but it’s almost always less than 0.3% (which won’t get too high.) 

In addition, CBD is excellent for moderating the high feeling you get from consuming THC. That’s why we recommend vaping CBD oil if you ever consume too much THC. It can reduce the harmful side effects. 

Can You Overdose From CBD? 

Are you concerned about overdosing on CBD? That’s understandable. Thankfully, it’s unlikely that anyone will consume enough cannabinoids to create lethal side effects. CBD is low in toxicity. As a result, humans must consume hundreds more than the average daily dose of 30mg in a short time to feel any potentially lethal side effects. 

Although you may feel some mild side effects from a heavy CBD dosage—such as fatigue—these effects won’t last long and won’t be life-threatening. 

Is It Legal to Vape CBD?

Well done for considering the legality surrounding vaping CBD oil. Here’s the truth: it depends on where you live. The federal government in the United States has decriminalized CBD as long as it contains less than 0.3% THC. 

Idaho, North Dakota, and Nebraska still have restrictions on CBD because their laws place all hemp products in the same category as cannabis products. Still, if you live in a state where cannabis is legal, you can use CBD products containing no more than the 0.3% legal THC limit. 

In contrast, the laws surrounding CBD are extremely gray around the globe. Some countries still treat CBD products as class A drugs. The United Arab Emirates, for example, sentenced a British soccer coach to 25 years in jail ³“Billy Hood: Briton jailed in Dubai for possessing CBD vape oil has term cut from 25 years to 10 – despite new laws allowing for deportation,” Sky News. [Online]. Available: Sky News for possessing a bottle of CBD oil in 2021. That’s one example whereby the government doesn’t have Western beliefs surrounding CBD. In addition, European Union CBD laws are also highly contrasting depending on the country. 

Therefore, be careful if traveling outside North America with CBD products. We understand how CBD helps your body handle stress, anxiety, and chronic pain. Unfortunately, many nations don’t see it this way yet.

Which Brands Should I Avoid? 

The CBD market is largely unregulated worldwide and there have been reports of false advertising in the CBD industry. ⁴L. L. Gill, “Dangerous Chemicals Are Found in Popular CBD Products,” Consumer Reports. [Online]. Available: Consumer Reports Some companies have created products with contaminants that cause users to feel extremely high and uncomfortable. Of course, that probably doesn’t fill you with confidence. Fortunately, the CBD industry is rapidly improving. 

Today, quality control and regulation are improving in the United States. You can find reputable brands by looking at their customer reviews. These brands test their products in third-party ISO labs and make the results public. 

Why Lab Tests Are Essential 

Before you purchase cannabis, you must ensure lab tests have verified the cannabis content, residual solvents and contaminants, and THC levels. You should ensure the tests are up-to-date (which means from the last 9 months). They should also come from a credible lab.

Sure, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed when looking for technical data. However, reputable brands will always list the THC and CBD levels in easy-to-read, bold writing. In addition, you could look for ‘Max Active CBD’ or ‘Max Active THC’ in the report. These can also determine the THC and CBD levels. 

What Are the Other Ways To Use CBD?

Of course, vaping isn’t the only way to consume CBD—but it’s one of the best methods. You can pick other alternatives—including CBD drinks, CBD patches, CBD capsules, CBD edibles, CBD isolate powder, CBD creams, and oral tinctures. 

Remember, most CBD vape juices include food-grade ingredients, making them suitable for oral consumption. However, you shouldn’t vape a CBD oil tincture because it contains oil, which can be detrimental to your health if you vape it. 

How To Use a Vape Pen for CBD

You must know how to use a vape pen for CBD for the best results. Thankfully, using a vape pen for CBD is incredibly straightforward. You simply remove the rubber seal and screw the CBD cartridge onto the device. You can begin vaping CBD instantly if you have a disposable vape pen. 

1. Although every CBD vape pen differs, load the chamber with distillate or CBD vape oil and push the button to start it. 
2. Take a small puff of CBD from the vape pen and wait for two minutes. You can judge whether to vape more if you’ve felt any side effects.
3. Begin at the lowest possible setting if your vape pen has various voltage options. The optimal range for beginners is between 3.3 and 3.8 bolts. 

Is CBD Safe?

One of the biggest questions surrounding CBD is safety. Here’s the good news: CBD is safe. Although there may be some annoying side effects, such as dry mouth, fatigue, drowsiness, and reduced appetite—the symptoms remain relatively mild. You’d need to consume a lot of CBD to feel these effects. 

However, research on CBD remains in its infancy. Scientists simply don’t know the effect of CBD on the developing brain, whether CBD can cause reproductive toxicity in humans, or how CBD interacts with other plant materials.

As time goes on, we’ll learn more about using CBD oil and whether there are any severe side effects. Nevertheless, the current research suggests it’s incredibly safe when you use the correct dosage. 

Final Thoughts 

Vaping CBD is a fantastic option if you’re looking for a simple way to consume your CBD. Not only is it safe, but it’s quick, reliable, and fun at the same time. Make sure you find reputable brands with reliable testing reports, choose the correct dosage, and use only top-rated CBD vape pens.

Soon enough, you’ll feel the incredible benefits of vaping CBD. 

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