How To Use a THC Tincture
If you’re new to the world of THC tinctures, you’re probably filled with questions and curiosity. These products are great, but learning how to use them, how much to use, and how to select the best ones can seem like a daunting task. Fortunately, you’re not alone. In this guide, we’ll take a look at how tinctures work, how to figure out your perfect dosage, and everything else that you need to know.
Once you’ve got all the facts, you can start using your own THC tincture and feel more self-assured that you’ll be able to enjoy the experience and get the desired results.
How do I start using a THC tincture?
You’re already on the right path—the first step to any new THC product is educating yourself. Take the time to learn about tinctures and how they work. You can even check with your local dispensary to see if you can get a consult or talk to someone there about tinctures and other products you might like to try.
The best rule, as always, is to start small and adjust as needed until you get the desired effects. Most people prefer to use tinctures by placing them under their tongue rather than just swallowing or consuming the tinctures with other foods because it kicks in faster and usually offers a better high.
How long should I hold the tincture under my tongue?
Typically, it’s suggested to place the tincture under the tongue and wait 20 to 30 seconds before you swallow. That gives the THC time to get into the bloodstream directly, and then the residual effects will come from whatever remained that you swallowed.
Again, you can test this out and see how it works for you, and then adjust accordingly. You might decide that you want to hold it for more (or less) time based on the effects you want or how much of a “high” you desire.
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When can I expect the effects of the THC tincture to kick in?
Usually, the effects of a tincture will take effect nearly immediately. Some people may have to wait 15 to 30 minutes for the full effect, but again that depends on how much you take and how your body processes the THC. It will also typically kick in faster if you let it dissolve under the tongue than ingesting it. This is known as “sublingual,” and it gets the tincture into your bloodstream directly instead of having to go through the digestive processes.
How do I adjust the dosage of a THC tincture?
These tinctures come with convenient droppers that help you measure out accurate dosing. As mentioned, start small and work your way up if you aren’t sure how you’re going to respond. Some do this by adding another drop or two, one at a time, as they use the tincture.
You can also adjust your dose in the moment—if you have been feeling the effects of THC a little, but you’re not quite where you want to be, simply take another drop or two, wait a few minutes, and see what happens.
THC tinctures are gaining popularity because they’re so simple to use and effective at producing results. Plus, they’re one of the easiest ways to dose marijuana slowly so that you don’t overdo it.
What are the differences between THC tinctures and edibles?
A THC tincture is a liquid product that is highly concentrated and only contains THC and the essential elements to get it into your system. Edibles are products that are infused with THC or that have THC added to them before consumption.
Edibles take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour or more to get into your system and start producing results, for most people. Some will experience more instant results, but that varies and still takes 15 to 30 minutes for most. You also can’t use edibles the same way as tinctures. Edibles must be ingested and go through the digestive process to metabolize the THC and get it into the body.
THC tinctures are pure, quick-acting, and don’t have any additives or fillers, like some edibles might. They can be used at any time without the need for food (or a method of using the THC) because you can just drop it into your mouth.
Tinctures and edibles are different products with different methods of consumption and modes of effectiveness. What you like best is ultimately going to be your decision.
Can you incorporate THC tinctures into food or drinks?
In addition to using THC tinctures on their own, you can also incorporate them into your own edibles, as well as other foods and drinks. Since edibles are infused with THC, it makes sense that you could create your own. You don’t even have to be a food scientist or marijuana expert.
Simply put a drop (or a few drops) of the tincture into your food or drink of choice, and enjoy. This makes it easier for you to mix things up and allows you to create your own “edibles” of sorts by choosing foods you already eat. You can use tinctures:
- In your morning coffee
- On a muffin or bagel
- In a sports drink or other beverage
- On your afternoon snack
- In ice cream before bed for a tasty THC-filled dessert
Ultimately, the choice is yours. You’ll find no shortage of great ways to use tinctures even if you don’t just want to drop them into your mouth.
How should I store a THC tincture and what is its shelf life?
THC tinctures need to be stored at room temperature and kept away from extreme heat and cold. It’s best to store them in a cupboard or cabinet to keep them out of direct sunlight, too. The shelf life of a tincture will vary depending on the manufacturer, but is quite impressive, nonetheless.
These tinctures can last from three to five years if they’re stored properly. That’s much longer than other marijuana products. Of course, it’s recommended that you use a tincture within a year or two to get the best results.
Are there any legal considerations when using THC tinctures?
As long as you guy THC tinctures legally from a licensed dispensary in your state, you shouldn’t have any legal issues with them (or other cannabis products). If you do live somewhere that cannabis is still illegal, you won’t have access to the same high-quality tinctures that are available from reputable dispensaries and manufacturers.
If you live in a state where it’s only legal to use medical marijuana, qualifying patients cannot share their cannabis products, including THC tinctures, with others. Doing so could cause you to lose your license, not to mention lead to other potential risks.
Other than that, however, there is no real “legal” aspect to consider with tinctures as compared to other marijuana products.
Final Thoughts
Feel free to try out different tinctures and see what you like best. You might also want to try different doses to see how the effects change. Just remember to start small because you can always take more, but you can’t undo what’s already been done. With some experimentation, you’ll have your own perfect THC tincture remedy in no time at all.
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