HOW TO MAKE CBD OIL AT HOME (DIY CBD OIL)

How can CBD oil be made? Looking for the best way one can make CBD oil? Can one make an individual at home? This article explains how an individual can make CBD oil at home.

CBD Oil is a legalized drug made by extracting cannabidiol from the hemp flower and diluting it with a Carrier oil. The cannabidiol can be extracted from the hemp flower using various solvent and carbon dioxide extraction methods. Mills (2013) states that making CBD Oil at home or DIYing requires only two primary ingredients: the hemp flower and carrier oil. Do It Yourself (DIY) is a trend that is quickly gaining popularity across the globe. Instead of relying on experts or professional people to solve their problems, individuals are diving into their inner creativity to do it for themselves. This process usually improves their self-reliance and satisfaction in the long run. Making CBD Oil at home is very simple; one only needs at least two primary ingredients, carrier oil and hemp.

What Exactly is CBD Oil?

Cannabidiol, popularly known as CBD oil, is a product made by extracting CBD from a cannabis plant and diluting it with a carrier oil. It was recently legalized in 2018 through The America Farm Bill signed by Donald Trump. Although CBD oil is legal, there are still restrictions and regulations surrounding it. Cannabidiol is only legal if it contains THC that is not more than 0.3%.

What is DIY?

The acronym DIY stands for Do It Yourself and simply means the art of making things on your own, mostly at home. One doesn’t need to be an expert to (make) CBD Oil at home. All it takes is the willingness to learn a new skill. According to Colorado Botanicals, making CBD Oil at home is a simple process that requires only two primary ingredients: the hemp flower and carrier oil.

Materials Needed for making CBD Oil at Home.

Making CBD oil at home needs two primary ingredients. The first ingredient is the hemp flower. When selecting it, one should pick the high ones in CBD. According to Folina et al. (2020), hemp flowers with a high CBD concentration produce the best results. The second primary material is carrier oil, usually nut-based or plant-based. The carrier oil is equally important as it increases the bioavailability of the CBD. In simpler terms, it helps the body absorb CBD Oil or carry it to tissues inside the body. CBD is a fat-soluble substance; it will easily dissolve in the oil and not water. Although most people prefer coconut oil, many other oils can be used by an individual. Other materials needed for the process include a grinder, aluminum foil, oven and stove, one cup of coconut oil(250ml), meat thermometer, pot or saucepan, and baking sheet.

How to Make CBD Oil at Home

Step one: Preheating the oven

The first step involves preheating the oven to around 225OF. It is advantageous to equip yourself with an oven thermometer to know the exact temperature of the oven. It is because overcooking is likely to evaporate the cannabinoids, while undercooking will not activate them properly.

Step Two: Grinding the Hemp Flower

The cannabis hemp flower is ground coarsely with a grinder. Over grinding is discouraged because it will make the pieces too small and burn them. However, it is advisable to use a simple hand grinder that is metallic to get the consistency needed.

Step Three: Preparing the Ground Cannabis

At this step, the baking sheet is lined with aluminum foil. After which, the grounded cannabis flower is evenly laid on the baking sheet and covered with aluminum foil. It is important to note that it should be a single layer for the flower to cook evenly.

Step Four: Decarboxylating the Hemp Flower

Barnard et al. (2007) state that the ground cannabis is allowed to bake for precisely 30 minutes, after which it is removed and left to cool for 45 minutes while still covered with aluminum foil. The ideal decarboxylated flower should have a toasted color (golden brown).

Step Five: Mixing the CBD with coconut oil to make a CBD Oil Tincture

At this step, the saucepan(pot) is placed on low heat, and coconut oil is added to it. (NB: The pot shouldn't simmer or sizzle). It would be advantageous to use an overhead stirrer that automatically detects temperatures to mix the coconut oil with the CBD extract and make Tinctures.

Step Six: Completing the Oil Infusion to make the CBD Oil Tinctures

At this stage, the tincture is cooked for around thirty minutes to four hours. When cooked for long, more cannabinoids will be infused into the oil, making the final product stronger.

Step Seven: Strain

It is the final step in making CBD Oil. The oil is separated and discarded from the plant matter. A paper towel is first placed on top of a cup; the oil is then poured on top of it to separate the plant matter. The liquid on the cup is the final DIY homemade oil.

What are the Benefits of making CBD Oil at Home (DIY)

Sifaneck et al. (2017) state that purchasing CBD Oil can be expensive, especially if it is high quality. The best answer is probably making your own CBD Oil at home. Almost all the materials needed are available on one's shelf, and all an individual need is to tap into their inner creativity and begin the creative process. It will help an individual to save or economize their money. Although the homemade CBD Oil won’t be exactly perfect, it is still better than the purchased ones made by companies. Some companies tend to mislabel their products that are sometimes untested. In such cases, homemade CBD Oil wins since individuals use ingredients and materials they know very well.

Conclusion

The DIY trend of doing things quickly picks up pace in the twenty-first century. Many individuals are now diving into their inner creativity to make the CBD Oil at home for themselves instead of relying on manufacturing companies and professionals. This process usually improves the self-reliance and creativity of a person. Making CBD Oil at home has never been easier; one only needs two primary ingredients, hemp and carrier oil.

References

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Mills, J. H. (2013). Cannabis Nation: Control and consumption in Britain, 1928-2008. Oxford University Press.

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