The Snake Oil Stigma
Plant medicine users have to fight against a lot of misinformation and misconception.
Hello Higher-Minded Humans,
The world of CBD can be overwhelming for a consumer. With the market being over-saturated, the ever-changing rules, and the huge number of fraudulent products available, the buyer journey can be hit or miss. And many consumers become skeptical after spending a lot of money on something that doesn’t work.
All of this makes it difficult for the CBD advocates when they want nothing more than to shout from the rooftops about the benefits. What some view as life-changing others may view as snake oil.
One of the biggest roadblocks for a person curating a CBD wellness routine is understanding how each application method works, so that you can spot a fake claim. For instance, if a product promises deep muscular relaxation or pain relief but isn’t a transdermal or suppository, it might not do the trick. In some cases, a topical or tincture might work just fine, but it helps to understand the difference.
Look to see if the brand understands the application method needed for their products. Do they have simple instructions without any educational input? How much information is available about formulation? Are third-party testing results easily accessible?
Unsure of where to start? Here is a non-exhaustive list of our favorite CBD products:
Just a little dab will do ya (or your dog) a world of good! Apply a pea-sized amount to the inside of the ear for super quick absorption into the bloodstream. It’s super-charged with the healing powers of CBD with 1,000 mg in each tube, it’s odorless and lightweight, and it works in 5 different ways. Use code Yourhighness for 10% off.
The Healing Rose Organic CBD Lip Balm, Coconut
We judge the quality of lip balms by how often we re-apply. The Healing Rose’s lip balms last for hours, and they come in the best scents! All of them are great, but coconut is a household fave!
The Healing Rose CBD Cocoa Melts, 500mg
Both the cocoa and the CBD:CBG melts work quickly and offer a ton of benefits. These are particularly helpful for people with digestive issues or sensitive to other application methods. Use code HIGHNESS for 15% off your next purchase.
Savanh Wellness Water Soluble Nano Tincture
This odorless and flavorless tincture blends seamlessly into any drink concoction, or it can boost water without any change in taste!
This balm is inspired by a family recipe and the traditional Lao formulation Ya Mong. In addition to offering relief from deep muscle soreness, this anti-inflammatory formula can help ease digestive issues and reduce bloating. We’ve even used it to loosen sinus pressure!
To say these are delicious would be a massive understatement, but the effects are also long-lasting. The packaging promises “calm and cool” and with an awesome terpene profile: limonene, linalool, alpha-pinene, and beta-pinene, it absolutely delivers. Wyld is also the first cannabis brand to be climate-neutral certified.
Age Adapting CBD Sleep Tincture - F L O R A + B A S T
As we age, we need more to stay asleep. More specifically, staying asleep and waking up without grogginess or a hungover feeling. With the addition of CBN, Lavendar, Catnip, Damiana, Chamomile, and other rockstar relaxation ingredients, this tincture is the perfect sleep aid.
Filthy Face Charcoal Cleanser, Potency No. 710
This cleanser is made of magnetic activated charcoal, and it wakes up the dullest of complexions. The exfoliating action is just the right amount of intense. Plus, it smells amazing!
What faves would you add to the list?
Until next time, stay high and beautiful.