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What’s up with CBD Lube?

Cannabis products are becoming more and more popular as more states make medical and recreational marijuana legal. Even in the states where that hasn’t happened yet, CBD products, such as CBD lube, are widely available. Like even at the grocery store. 

What is CBD?

CBD, or cannabidiol, comes from the marijuana plant, but it comes from the part of the plant that does not produce psychoactive effects… so it won’t get you high. The marijuana plant contains THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD. When heat is applied to THC and put into the body it does create a high. CBD is the part of the plant that does not. CBD is extracted from the marijuana plant as a power or oil and can be taken a few different ways. There are creams and ointments for pain relief with CBD in them, as well as pills or capsules, vaporizers you can smoke, and the oil you can ingest directly or mix into a drink and consume that way. The most recent and spiciest CBD product I’ve encountered is CBD lubricant. 

How does CBD lube work?

Since CBD lube is a fairly new thing, not many official studies have been done, and most of the info we know about this lube is anecdotal. CBD oil, in general, can be used to treat inflammation, pain, and relax muscles. Using these properties in lube can help create greater arousal. CBD lube is also reported to decrease inflammation, relax muscles, and increase blood flow, all things that help prepare the body for sexual arousal, and could increase someone’s receptivity to touch. 

What are the different types of lube?

If you’re wanting to try out CBD lube, make sure you are getting lubricant and not just using regular CBD oil. The ingredients are different, and lube is generally made with ingredients that are less likely to irritate your genitals. Oil-based lubricants, which most CBD lubricants are, cannot be used with latex condoms, and there are very few condoms made of other materials that are oil-based lube friendly, so even if you get non-latex condoms, read the label! Skyn condoms, for example, are latex-free, but cannot be used with oil-based lube. Oil-based lubricants will break down latex condoms, which can cause them to break. There are some water-based CBD lubes, which would be compatible with all types of condoms and toys. Water-based lubricants are safe to use with all types of condoms.

If you do get your hands on some oil-based CBD lube, however, you can still have some fun. You could use this lubricant for some erotic massages or hand play. Just be sure to seek out water-based lube if you are using condoms or toys. 

Is CBD lube safe?

It’s also generally recommended to check with your doctor before using CBD products of any kind, as they could possibly interfere with certain medications. Also, be mindful of ingredients in the lube that could possibly irritate your vagina (or your partner’s). Alcohol can cause dryness after extended use, and sugars can cause irritation. Who knew?!

A popular brand of CBD sexual wellness products I came across is called Foria. They have capsules you can take, different oils, and lubes to try. Kush Queen (amazing name) is a popular water-based lube, so it can be used with condoms, and it is also great for sensitive skin because it has gentle ingredients.

I recently used CBD lube for some fun hand play, and it was definitely a different experience than using regular lube. I felt a slight cooling sensation when I was using it, and my partner felt the same thing. I felt a constant medium or strong level of sensations, but there wasn’t much ebb and flow to the intensity. I kept almost reaching climax, then it would dissipate and I’d go back to feeling the same extended pleasurable sensations. It definitely felt good the whole time, but it wasn’t exactly the experience I expected, so I’d definitely use CBD lube again. Next time, I’d seek out a water-based one, however, to experience a wider variety of sensations. If you’re interested or already are a fan of CBD products, I’d recommend trying it out. 

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CBD Oil

I don’t know about you, but I’ve heard quite a lot recently about CBD oil. What is this magical oil everyone seems to keep talking about? Doesn’t that come from the marijuana plant? Am I going to get high if I use it?!

CBD Oil Facts

Long story short, you won’t get high if you use it, which may or may not make you happy depending you who you are. CBD, or cannabidiol, does indeed come from the marijuana plant, but it comes from part of the plant that does not produce psychoactive effects, a.k.a make you high. The marijuana plant contains THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD. When heat is applied to THC and put into the body it does create a high. CBD is the part of the plant that does not. 

CBD is extracted from the marijuana plat as a power or oil and can taken a few different ways. There are creams and ointments for pain relief with CBD in them, as well as pills or capsules, vaporizers you can smoke, and the oil you can ingest directly or mix into a drink and consume that way.

We naturally have cannabinoid receptors in our bodies, which is why CBD is being looked into as a helpful way to treat several conditions because our bodies respond well to it. Because CBD does not contain THC and will not get your high, it is legal and sold in drug stores, super markets, and even designated CBD shops.

People can use CBD for pain relief, anti-inflammatory treatment, to treat anxiety and depression, and epilepsy. Because the hype around using CBD oil as a medical treatment is fairly new, a lot of studies are being conducted all the time. This is exciting because new discoveries about this product all the time. The science behind it so far seems extremely promising, so it is an option to consider as a treatment for the things mentioned above, or even as a supplementary treatment to something you already try.

Just like any drug or product, there are some side effects. The most common side effect is fatigue, while some people will report diarrhea or a slight change in appetite. Honestly if you are considering taking CBD for a legitimate medical condition, ask your doctor about it or go into a CBD shop and ask one of the employees. They are super knowledgeable and can give you more info. Just like other medicines there are different dosages and strengths for this product, so it might be helpful to consult a doctor to figure out how much you should take, even if you can buy this product with your groceries. 

Like I mentioned before, although there are very promising studies about the benefits and effectiveness of this product so far, these studies are on going so there isn’t a lot of data about long term effects of using CBD. If you decide to try out this product, do some research, and like I said, consult with your doctor or even ask for a recommendation for a doctor that is knowledgeable about CBD use. 

The biggest takeaway here is, this is a legit way to treat pain and other symptoms, it definitely won’t get you high, no matter what anyone says, and you should ask your doctor or a CBD specialist about using this product if you’re curious because the research is so new. 

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