FULL SPECTRUM vs CBD ISOLATE
If you are new to CBD, your head may be filled with questions. After all, hemp products are different from traditional solutions, and how CBD works is unlike pharmaceuticals. It is a plant-based remedy that is more accessible, from nature, and less complicated. Additionally, there are many types of CBD: isolate-based, broad-spectrum, and full-spectrum. Not to mention other cannabinoids such as CBN, CBG, and CBC, to name a few.
If you are researching the difference between CBD isolate and full-spectrum CBD, you are in the right place! This article reviews how each is made, the benefits, and how to choose the right CBD for you.
What Is Full-Spectrum CBD?
Full-spectrum CBD contains most of the compounds that occur in the cannabis plant. These compounds include terpenes, flavonoids, CBN, CBG, and CBC. Because these terpenes and flavonoids are present, the smell and taste of the plant are noticeable. Studies have found that cannabinoids have a synergistic effect when they are taken together. Full-spectrum CBD is known as a whole-plant remedy. Leanna Organics offers full-spectrum CBD oil and full-spectrum CBD for pets. Additionally, our CBD massage oil is made with full-spectrum oil that includes an array of lesser-known cannabinoids.
What Is CBD Isolate?
CBD isolate is the purest form of CBD. It also has the highest concentration of cannabidiol, at 99.99%. Most Leanna Organics products, including CBD salves, CBD bath bombs, and most topicals, are made with CBD isolate. We wanted to get the most CBD in our products, and because working with isolated molecules of CBD removes the smell and taste of the plant, this allows us to control the scent of our products. Isolate-based CBD is the purest form of CBD because all other elements have been removed.
How Is Your CBD Extracted?
We buy our CBD in bulk from local farms and labs using CO2 extraction. CO2 is the most organic way to extract CBD and other cannabinoids from the plants. It does not require harsh chemicals that can cause harm. What most people don't know is that isolate-based CBD requires additional post-extraction processing. For this extra processing, we use natural solvents that come from the earth and are non-harmful. In addition, we third-party test our bulk CBD to ensure no residual solvents remain and that our hemp is free from THC and toxic elements such as pesticides and heavy metals. You can be assured that when using Leanna Organics CBD products, you are using some of the purest and most natural CBD available.
Leanna Organics' CBD is CO2 extracted.
How Is CBD Isolate Made?
CBD isolate is processed from industrial hemp using a variety of methods. The safest extraction method is supercritical CO2; however, some companies use other methods such as ethanol-based distillation. Leanna Organics CBD is extracted using CO2 to ensure you get the most natural CBD extracts. After the initial extraction, post-extraction removes fats, lipids, waxes, impurities, and unwanted plant particles to give you 99.99% pure CBD isolate. While some companies use harsh chemicals to remove these impurities, we use only natural solvents. Leanna Organics third-party tests all CBD for cannabinoid levels, pesticides, solvents, and heavy metals. This ensures that our CBD oil products are free from hazardous elements and are pure and potent.
What Are the Benefits of CBD Isolate?
At first glance, there might appear to be little difference between CBD isolate and full-spectrum CBD. However, CBD isolate has several distinct benefits:
• While removing all THC from the hemp plant is difficult, CBD isolate removes 99.9% or more of the THC. Full-spectrum CBD contains 0.3% THC or less.
• CBD isolate works well in food or drinks and can be consumed in several ways, including vaporizing.
• CBD isolate is the easiest form to add to your favorite recipes. It is versatile, and because it is tasteless and odorless, it is excellent for cooking.
CBD isolate is used in various CBD topicals, oils, bath bombs, and products for internal use. It is ultimately the safest way to consume CBD if you do not want to worry about consuming THC. It can also be said that CBD isolate is the purest form of CBD because it is 99.99% CBD with all other components removed.
What Are the Benefits of Full-Spectrum CBD?
Full-spectrum CBD products are also popular. Even though full-spectrum CBD tends to contain around 0.3% THC, this is nowhere near enough of the compound necessary to produce a "high" at the recommended dosage. Some additional cannabinoids in full-spectrum CBD offer potential benefits:
• CBC, CBDV, and CBG are cannabinoids that may support various systems within the body.
• CBN is another cannabinoid that may support calm within the body.
Full-spectrum CBD contains vitamins, essential fats, and proteins that can positively affect various systems within your body. CBD isolate, while just as effective as full-spectrum CBD for many people, often lacks the vitamins and minerals found in full-spectrum CBD.
How Is Full-Spectrum CBD Made?
Full-spectrum CBD oil is closer to the way nature intended it. It requires less processing and does not need solvents for post-extraction. Some batches of Leanna Organics CBD are extracted mechanically, without even CO2. However, some of our full-spectrum CBD does come from CO2 extraction. Both methods are 100% natural and free from harsh chemicals. Regardless of the extraction method, Leanna Organics always third-party tests our CBD with independent labs to confirm our extracts are safe.
Legal Implications for Full-Spectrum CBD
What is essential to understand about CBD is that it is legal in all 50 states. However, some states are more strict than others. Therefore, if you live in a state where cannabis is heavily regulated, CBD isolate might be a preferred version of hemp to use. While full-spectrum CBD contains trace amounts of THC, it is not likely to show up on a drug test. However, there is a chance it might, so isolate-based CBD might be the right choice for those concerned about testing.
CBD Isolate Versus Full-Spectrum CBD: Which Should I Use?
By now, most people know that both CBD isolate and full-spectrum CBD have wellness benefits. We have found that people who have experience with the cannabis plant often respond well to full-spectrum, while those who are new to CBD and the cannabis plant tend to prefer CBD isolate-based products. Some individuals are very sensitive to THC, even at 0.3% or less. For people with high sensitivity to THC or who are new to cannabis, we recommend products made from CBD isolate—all of our products except our full-spectrum CBD oil.
Some people work with CBD isolate after using full-spectrum CBD for quite some time and find that it meets their needs. Ultimately, the best choice is the one that works best for your experience and preferences.
Both isolate-based and full-spectrum CBD come from the hemp plant.
What About Broad-Spectrum CBD?
Another type of CBD lies between full-spectrum CBD and CBD isolate. Broad-spectrum CBD contains many of the compounds of the original plant, but the THC has been mostly removed. Broad-spectrum CBD uses many of the same extraction processes as CBD isolate to remove the THC, while keeping the valuable parts of the plant.
What Is Better for Pets, Isolate-Based or Full-Spectrum CBD?
We typically recommend starting with isolate-based CBD for cats and dogs. If you have a kitten or puppy who is overactive and needs to calm down, our isolate-based CBD for pets is a good place to start.
Give full-spectrum CBD to older pets or ones who are struggling.
Leanna Organics Has Full-Spectrum CBD and CBD Isolate Products!
Whether you are looking for a full-spectrum CBD product or a CBD isolate product, Leanna Organics can be your trusted advisor and provider. At Leanna Organics, we offer both CBD isolate and full-spectrum CBD in various forms. Here are some of the product categories we carry:
• CBD Wellness: These include CBD oil, CBD salves, and bath bombs. All products are made with CBD isolate except our full-spectrum CBD oil.
• CBD for Skin: Our skincare CBD products include body cream, lip balm, face cream, eye serum, and more. All are made from CBD isolate except our CBD massage oil, which is made with full-spectrum CBD.
• CBD for Pets: Our pet CBD is a natural option to help your furry family member feel calm and relaxed. We offer full-spectrum CBD oil for pets, isolate-based CBD for pets, biscuits, and mini-bites for dogs.
Is there a question we didn't answer? Please stop by our store in Westminster, CO, or email us. We are happy to answer any questions about CBD and how to integrate it into your lifestyle. Additionally, we offer free samples of our self-care goods so you can try them before you buy.
Scott Mollenkopf
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Scott oversees technology, sales, and marketing at Leanna Organics while also keeping up with three children and a lively group of dogs at home. He is just as comfortable working behind the scenes on systems as he is engaging directly with customers, remaining focused on natural wellness—a theme he frequently explores on the company blog. In his spare time, he can usually be found hiking Colorado trails with his dogs, drawn by the same outdoor inspiration that first led to the creation of Leanna Organics.
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