Hemp: Methods of Consumption

Ways You Can Utilize Cannabinoids

There are many ways to personally use and consume the hemp plant. Each cannabinoid product requires different processes for production or extraction, resulting in a wide range of product forms. From flower to concentrates, the final products are very different in look, method of consumption, and overall effect on the body. Each product has it’s own features and benefits, which target the users’ specific needs, depending on your preferred method of consumption.

Here are the most popular methods of consumption:

Inhalation

Onset: Fast (1-5min)*
Duration: 1-6 hours**
Absorption Rate: Low*

Oral

Onset: Moderate to Slow (10 min – 2 hours)*
Duration: 4-10 hours**
Absorption Rate: Moderate to High*

Topicals

Onset: Variable*
Duration: Variable**
Absorption Rate: High*

* Onset and absorption rates depend on the specific product type or formula. Various ingredients may alter the onset and absorption rates.
** Hours of duration are estimates. Duration can be affected by dosing, the individual’s body chemistry, product formulation, etc.