A Weed Topicals Guide for Beginners: Cannabis Lotions

An ever-growing number of Uberweed’s customers are commencing to see marijuana‘s healing benefits in addition to using it recreationally. Cannabis creams and balms are perfect for soothing sore joints, muscles and relax at bedtime. Made from marijuana-infused oils, these products can help you get a good night’s sleep.

Using Cannabis Lotion for Pain Relief and Sleep

Cannabis creams, balms, and lotions can be effective in relieving localized pain from aches and pains. Unlike consuming cannabis by other methods such as smoking or vaping which can cause a person to feel high, applying cannabis cream directly to the skin will not result in this same effect. Cannabis infusions that are fat-based provide a natural way to manage many symptoms cost-effectively.

CBD Oil Tincture

You can use any strain of cannabis to make coconut oil, and it’s a straightforward process. If you’re making cream out of cannabis, we find that it’s the best way to use all your trim. You can utilize every part of the plant including the stem and fan leaves instead of throwing them away.

Allowing cannabinoids, flavonoids and terpenes to infuse in fat creates a concentrated topical oil. By using this process, the active cannabis compounds will stay suspended in the oil even after you remove the plant material. Different oils offer various benefits as carriers for these potent topicals.

Cannabis-Infused Coconut Oil

Not only is coconut oil a great base for making cannabis creams and balms, but it also has many individual health and beauty benefits. You can use it as a topical cream or ingested it orally.

CBD Oil Defined

You can use cannabis coconut oil for edibles or cannabutter on toast as well as a topical cream. Cannabis-infused unrefined coconut oil is especially good skin and hair, linked to better digestion and memory retention, although more studies are needed.

Cannabis-Infused Olive Oil

Not only does olive oil taste delicious, but it also has many health benefits. For example, it is high in Oleic Acid, which is an Omega-9 fatty acid that can help reduce inflammation and blood pressure. Additionally, olive oil has been linked to fighting infections and even repairing damaged skin!

As more people learn about the benefits of cannabis-infused olive oil, it is becoming a popular alternative to other products like cannabutter and coconut oil. Cannabis-infused olive oil can be used in cooking or baked goods, and can also be mixed with beeswax, shea butter, or cocoa butter to create topical cannabis creams or lotions.

The first thing you need to do is oven-dry the cannabis at around 200 degrees Fahrenheit or 104 degrees Celsius for 15-25 minutes. This process, known as decarboxylation,converts THCA to THC.

If you want to avoid a double boiler or Magical Butter extractor, Uberweed recommends heating the oil and cannabis in a glass bowl inside a pan of hot water. Begin with low heat, then increase the temperature gradually until it reaches 100 degrees Celsius, which is around 210 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook for approximately 3 hours.

Every so often, give the mixture a stir. Some cannibas cooks add water to their oil mix to keep it from burning; this is purely a personal preference. After heating the cannabis-infused olive oil, you’ll need to strain it. We recommend using a sieve and cheesecloth as filters.

How to Make Cannabis Cream or Lotion

Start by Making Cannabis Balm

• To make a cannabis cream, the first step is to make a cannabis salve using your cannabis-infused coconut or olive oil.
• For best results, we recommend using 7-10 grams of decarboxylated marijuana. You can use the entire plant when making creams and balms; therefore, don’t forget to include the leaves as well as some buds.
• While the weed is decarboxylating in the oven, you can use a double boiler or a glass bowl in a pan of water to melt 1 ½ cups of coconut oil and ⅓ cup of olive oil over low heat. Make sure to stir it continually for best results.
• Once the cannabis is done baking, mix it in with the other oils and stir. Keep it on a low heat setting.
• Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes, then strain it through a tea towel or cheesecloth into a glass jar.

In order to melt ⅓ cup of beeswax (vegan option: replace with the same amount of organic soy wax, cocoa butter or shea butter), begin by using a double boiler or bowl. As the beeswax starts to melt, slowly mix in your cannabis-infused coconut oil. You can also choose to add other components including essential oils for scent and therapeutic purposes, as well as Vitamin E for its antioxidant and moisturizing properties. Once all ingredients are fully combined, take them off the heat source and begin filling containers. To prevent moulding, Uberweed suggests boiling your containers prior or running them through a dishwasher cycle.

We use dark coloured glass jars, in dark blue or amber or aluminium tins to store the finished cannabis balms or creams. The optimal storage for these products is a cool,dark place as light can degrade the cannabinoids in the lotion.

Turning Cannabis Balm into Cannabis Cream or Lotion

If you’re looking toTurn your cannabis salve into a luxurious cream or lotion, simply add 1 cup of aloe vera and 2 tablespoons of a creamy butter such as shea or cocoa butter. You can also blend in almond oil or more Vitamin E if you believe the cream is too thick.

If your mixture is too runny, add more beeswax. Once it reaches the desired consistency, pour it into jars or tins and store in a cool, dark place – similar to how you would store cannabis balm.

Why ou Should Use Cannabis Topicals

Cannabis topicals are oils, creams, and lotions that have had decarboxylated cannabis infused in them. People use essential oils for a plethora of reasons- to alleviate pain, diminish inflammation, and as a post-workout balm for sore muscles. They have also been shown to be helpful in treating skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, and can even assist with falling asleep.

Cannabis-based lubricants are safe and effective ways to get the medical benefits of cannabis without getting high. They can also enhance any sexual encounter. Choose one of your favorite strains, or one of the strains that Uberweed recommends for making cannabutter.

If you have questions about how to make cannabis-infused lotion, don’t hesitate to contact Uberweed for more information.

Benefits of Cannabis Cream FAQ

Can You Cook With Cannabis-Infused Coconut Oil?

You can use cannabis coconut oil to make both edibles and topical creams.

Can Cannabis Cream Get You High

If you’re looking for a cannabis-based product that won’t make you feel intoxicated, try using cannabis cream topically. This is a much better option than smoking, eating edibles or vaping during the day.

What are Cannabis Topicals?

Decarboxylated cannabis belongs in oils, creams and lotions known as topical cannabis.