CBD can be found in many forms, in various dosages and concentrations. Full-spectrum CBD, broad-spectrum CBD or isolate, how do you find your way through the various forms of CBD extracts? In this article, we take stock of the situation and help you choose the product best suited to your needs.
Advantages and disadvantages of CBD Full Spectrum
Described as the best quality product on sale, full spectrum CBD is the form of cannabidiol preferred by consumers. This type of product is composed of all the cannabinoids present in hemp, namely: CBD; CBN, CBG, THC, etc., which also makes it the product form most easily assimilated by the body.
CBD benefits from what is known as the "entourage effect". In other words, the benefits of cannabidiol are enhanced by the presence of other cannabinoids, whose actions act in symbiosis. Full-spectrum CBD is therefore often categorized as the most effective type of product.
Being seen as the best type of CBD product, it's also the most expensive on the market (but don't panic, we at CBDSol offer premium-quality full-spectrum CBD oils at affordable prices). Secondly, it's imperative to buy from a store that guarantees legal in the UK products. Indeed, full spectrum CBD extracts contain THC and, for them to be legal in the UK, they must contain less e 0.3%.
Advantages and disadvantages of Broad Spectrum CBD
Broadspectrum CBD products are very similar to the full-spectrum CBD products discussed in the previous paragraph. In fact, both types of CBD extract are manufactured in the same way. The major difference between the two lies in the THC content. Indeed, full-spectrum CBD extracts are devoid of THC, which has been artificially removed.
Of course, there' s no need to worry about being outlawed with this type of item, since the product contains no THC at all. It's also less expensive than its full-spectrum sibling, but remains a high-quality premium product with a reputation among consumers, as broad-spectrum CBD extracts can be found in a variety of forms, including oils sold in several different dosages.
The only downside is that broad-spectrum CBD extracts, being THC-free, do not benefit from a full entourage effect. They are nonetheless effective, but slightly less so than full-spectrum extracts. In the end, this is the intermediate range that makes the compromise between low budget and quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of CBD Isolat
Finally, there's a third type of CBD extract: isolate. Marketed in powder or crystal form, this is an ultra-pure product with 95% to 99% cannabidiol. To produce CBD isolate, manufacturers extract the molecule using a variety of processes. Crystals are then obtained, which can be ground into powder.
There's no doubt about it, CBD isolate contains no THC whatsoever. So there's no risk of the product being outlawed in the UK. It's also an extremely versatile product that can be added to all kinds of preparations: as a supplement in an e-cigarette liquid, in cooking, in your drinks. And it's very easy to dose - being composed solely of pure CBD. What's more, being free of all terpenes and flavonoids, the isolate is neutral in taste and smell. So it's suitable for all users.
Unfortunately, as you might expect, the isolate offers no entourage effect at all, unlike the full and broadspectrum extracts. In the end, therefore, we recommend this product only as a CBD supplement for products that benefit from the entourage effect. In a nutshell, CBD isolate could be used to supplement the CBD content already present in a preparation.
How do you choose?
In the end, choosing the right CBD extracts depends above all on personal criteria. In addition to paying attention to the quality of the finished product and the hemp used, the use you intend to make of it is essential. For example, if you want to use CBD oil as is to improve your sleep, we recommend a full spectrum product. If you want to bake with CBD, we might recommend a full spectrum oil supplemented with isolate to increase the CBD content (if desired, of course).
Then there's the financial aspect, bearing in mind that full-spectrum products are generally more expensive than others, but are ready-to-use and guarantee superior results.
Conclusion: what are the best CBD extracts?
As you'll have gathered from this article, the best CBD extract depends not only on what you want to use it for, but also on your budget. Nevertheless, full spectrum CBD remains the most popular product among users. As we've explained, full-spectrum extracts are the only ones to benefit from a full entourage effect. These products will enable you to enjoy the qualities of cannabidiol to the full.
