Isolate vs Full Spectrum

The most basic form of CBD is an isolate. These contain nothing except pure, isolated CBD. In other words, there are no other cannabinoids, terpenes, or flavonoids – just good old CBD. CBD isolate has the advantage of being the purest and most potent form of CBD. It often contains upwards of 90% cannabidiol. There is no risk of psychoactive effects, and minimal risk of flagging a false positive on a drug test. Furthermore, CBD isolate is both tasteless and odorless. This is perfect for those wanting to cook with CBD, as it can be added to recipes without altering the flavor at all. The only real drawback to CBD isolates is that they don’t create the entourage effect.

In contrast to isolates, full-spectrum CBD products contain a full range of cannabinoids. Full Spectrum Extract (FSE) contains all cannabinoids including: THCA, THC, CBGa, CBG, CBDa, CBD, CBN, CBV, THCv, ETC. Remember, there are over 115 known cannabinoids! FSE also creates what’s called the “entourage effect”. The entourage effect is a proposed mechanism by which cannabis compounds act synergistically to modulate the overall psychoactive effects of the plant, primarily by the action of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). If you are looking for powerful, efficient CBD, that is often considered closer to the original plant, and is therefore the most authentically natural this is what you need. Full spectrum undergoes less processing when compared to isolates.