CBD oil under your tongue: Why it works

A lot of people don't know that there are tons of ways to consume CBD oil. Under the tongue, CBD drops is one of the most popular because it works much quicker than swallowing it and is one of the fastest ways to get CBD in your bloodstream. This article will discuss sublingual CBD oil, how it works, and why it's so great!

What is CBD?

CBD or Cannabidiol is one of the chemical compounds found naturally in cannabis plants. Most CBD on the market is extracted from hemp plants. Still, it can be found derived from marijuana in states with medical or recreational marijuana programs.

CBD was made legal in all 50 states with the passing of the 2018 farm bill.

CBD works by supplementing the endocannabinoid system in the body and eliminating cannabinoid deficiencies. CBD attaches to the CB1 and CB2 receptors to provide potential relief.

Different Methods of CBD consumption

In addition to the sublingual method we are discussing today, there are numerous ways to consume CBD. There are many different CBD products, but they all can be broken down into four methods. Each method has unique benefits as well as onset times and durations.

Inhalation

Inhaling CBD is the best way to get CBD oil absorbed by the body quickly. Products associated with inhalation are hemp flower and vaping products.

The smoke or vapor contains CBD and is almost instantly absorbed by the blood vessels in the lungs. It is the quickest onset but is also the shortest duration. It's the oldest way to take CBD and one of the more complex ways to dose the amount.

Restrictive vaping laws have been passed in the last year, making these vaping products harder to come by.

Ingestion

Eating food products with CBD in them is a common way of taking CBD oil. These can be an edible like a gummy or a capsule you swallow. Consuming CBD by ingesting relies on the CBD to be absorbed into the bloodstream through your stomach and digestive system.

Consuming a CBD food product by ingesting it does have a slower onset time but does have a longer lasting effect. Keep in mind taking CBD on a full stomach vs. an empty stomach can alter the effect. While there are more variables you have to account for, it is a tasty and quick way to take CBD.

Topical

One of the most popular methods to take CBD is topical application. Using a lotion or roll-on allows you to pinpoint exactly the area you want CBD relief. Your skin will absorb CBD into it, supplementing the region's endocannabinoid system's CB1 and CB2 receptors.

This method tends to have a moderate onset with a moderate duration period. Applying a topical right after a shower can help absorption into the bloodstream because your pores are dilated.

Sublingual

The most common method to take CBD oil is sublingual. It's the method of dropping the CBD oil under the tongue and holding it for 60 seconds or longer for the blood to absorb the CBD.

This method has a lot of flexibility. You can easily calculate the dosage amount with the dropper and add as needed. It has one of the fastest onset times and a moderate duration period.

What is a Tincture?

A tincture is a vial with a dropper, most often in a 30mL bottle with a carrier oil mixed with a compound. It is taken in a sublingual method by drops under the tongue for direct access to the bloodstream in the body.

This article talks exclusively about CBD tinctures. They consist of 1-2 ingredients mixed with a carrier oil. For our products, we use organic MCT oil.

Types of CBD Tinctures

There are three main types of CBD bases. Each one has different benefits and costs. In addition to the bases, we also feature flavored tinctures that add a terpene blend to help enhance the effects. The amount of CBD in the oil also varies by the strength of the product.

Isolate

CBD isolate is a white crystal-like compound and the most popular form found on the market today. The white crystal powder is 99% pure CBD isolated from the extracted distillate oil.

The Isolate tincture has the best taste and is the most affordable in the lineup. There is also a wide range of strengths from 16.7mg/mL to 166.7mg/mL.

These tinctures are also THC free.

Broad Spectrum

Broad spectrum is an extracted CBD oil that is THC free. In addition to CBD, it contains other cannabinoids like CBG and CBN to help promote an entourage effect.

This blend does have a more earthy taste than the isolate but is potentially stronger as well.

Full Spectrum

Full spectrum is the unaltered CBD oil extracted from the hemp plant. It keeps all terpenes and minor cannabinoids from the flower intact.

It is considered the most potent form of CBD and most likely to induce an entourage effect. It has an earthy natural taste, as none of the terpenes or cannabinoids are removed.

This form does contain up to 0.3% THC but will not get you high.

Flavored Tinctures

In addition to the CBD base, CBD LION features terpene flavored tinctures. A terpene is a compound found in essential oils and has been found to have specific effects on the body. There are over 120 known terpenes, with discoveries happening frequently.

By taking CBD isolate flavored tinctures, you gain the possibility to induce an entourage effect and make the Broad and Full spectrum tincture more potent.

These tinctures have a 33.3mg/mL concentration of CBD and are available in Blueberry, Lemon, Grape, and Strawberry.

How to take a Tincture

Taking a tincture is a straightforward process. Fill the dropper to the starting dosage, open your mouth and drop the CBD oil under the tongue. Hold for at least 60 seconds, then swallow.

Why sublingual works

The sublingual consumption method works by giving the CBD oil direct access to enter the bloodstream through the blood vessels underneath the tongue. It's the most effective way to consume CBD oil.

How long to hold CBD oil under tongue

The longer you hold the CBD oil under the tongue, the more CBD will be absorbed into the bloodstream. You'll want to keep it for at least 1 minute. The process to take CBD oil sublingually does not change and always will be the same regardless of dosage.

Time to onset

Since the sublingual method provides CBD oil direct to the bloodstream, it is a fast onset. It generally takes 15 minutes from administration to reach the CB1 and CB2 receptors for the CBD oil to begin taking effect.

The CBD oil benefits should last about 2-4 hours. Many people report that more potent doses last longer.

How much CBD to take

The amount of CBD you should take is not straightforward and requires some experimentation.

This topic is too big to cover in a paragraph, so we recommend checking our detailed guide here.

Increasing your dose

Initially, it would be best if you were starting low and working your way up. Start slow and work your way up. The best part about CBD oil tinctures is you can calculate how much you are taking and easily add more by taking another dropper sublingually.

After you are done with your initial experimentation, we recommend moving up to a high content CBD oil. Even if you only need a quarter dropper, it's more economical and will save you money in the long run.

When To Take CBD Oil

You'll want to time the CBD administration when you need the effects of CBD. If you are using it for daytime activities, it's best to take it as you wake up and continue to use it as the effects wind down.

If you use it for nighttime activities, you'll want to do the CBD drops 20-40 minutes before bed.

There are many variables to CBD so treat this as a starting point and adjust as necessary. Everyone's body and wellness are different, and so will be the CBD experience.

How often to take CBD

CBD works by supplementing for missing cannabinoids. For your body to get the needed amount to bring it in, the balance will differ from person to person. The one thing that will increase the odds of getting the desired effects is to take it at least once a day. Consistency is critical in CBD and having enough in your blood for the body to absorb is essential for success.

We recommend creating a daily routine for taking it, so you don't have to worry about a depleted system causing adverse symptoms.

There is no overdosing on CBD. Studies are ongoing on the toxicology of extreme doses, so we still advise using the minimum effective dose. Remember, start low and work your way up.

About CBD LION

CBD LION was started in 2017 with a goal to bring high quality CBD to a market filled with unreliable vendors. Our background is in recreational and medical cannabis. Bringing that experience over to the hemp side allowed us to bring relief to all 50 states instead of the few that legalized cannabis.

With our knowledge, we sourced the highest quality, NON-GMO hemp that was grown in the USA. Without a pure hemp plant, you cannot create a pure product. From day 1, we produced our products in an ISO 7 cleanroom, and 3rd party tested each product twice for potency and quality. All of our results are by each batch and can be found by scanning the QR code on the product. Our QA system is best in class.

Over the years, our product line has expanded to a wide variety of CBD products. We have CBD oil tinctures, Gummies, Chocolates, Capsules, Sports Tape, Bath Bombs, Roll-ons, and Lotions. Each product is crafted for maximum absorption. If you are interested, we know there is a way to take CBD you'll like.

In conclusion

With all the CBD products on the market, CBD oil tinctures are still the most popular due to their effectiveness and affordability. If you haven't used hemp products before, it's one of the best ways to take CBD oil.

It's so effective because it has direct access to the bloodstream and doesn't have to deal with other substances like food or skin in the CBD getting absorbed by the body. Different methods have higher variances that affect bioavailability that CBD oil does not have to deal with.

If you are undecided on which CBD product will be best for you, we have a product quiz that can be accessed here. No matter what natural relief you are looking for, you cannot go wrong with drops of CBD oil under your tongue!

Disclaimer:

If you are on any medications, consult your doctor to make sure your drugs are compatible with CBD so you can avoid any adverse health effects. None of this article is medical advice; only your doctor can give you medical advice on your wellness.