Ethanol is among the oldest solvents, and cannabis is among the oldest cultivated plants. Interestingly, ethanol is still a top choice for cannabis extraction, even today.
Ethanol and activated carbon are two key materials in the CBD/hemp industry. Ethanol is a popular choice for hemp extraction, while activated carbon is used for purification and filtration. The chemical interaction between these two materials is important for the production of high-quality hemp extracts.
Have you ever wondered how manufacturers are able to pull cannabidiol (CBD) out of cannabis? CBD extraction is a complicated problem, but is nonetheless essential for both research and medical purposes. Some challenges associated with CBD extraction include the complicated matrix of the cannabis plant, the thermal lability of the desired compound, and the choice of non-toxic green solvents. One promising method for efficient, green CBD extraction is the use of super critical fluids, such as carbon dioxide, along with an appropriate co-solvent.
The research on CBD and other cannabis extracts should give plenty of hope to sufferers of acne. From what we know, CBD and other components of cannabis may inhibit acne through bactericidal properties, inhibition of sebum production, and anti-inflammatory action.
Preliminary evidence suggests that topical application from whole plant extracts may be more effective than single-cannabinoid isolates. Though we are still short of a clinically-proven, optimal formulation, current evidence suggests that topical CBD is a safe and effective alternative acne treatment.
Following relatively recent legalization, cannabis is a plant that is often caught between folklore and science. As one of the earliest cultivated plants, humans have sought the therapeutic and recreational effects of cannabis for thousands of years. The science behind those effects is only beginning to be elucidated.
Cannabis is one of the first plants to be cultivated by humans. Even before we had the ability to isolate and purify bioactive compounds, we could use traditional breeding methods to manipulate the components of plants. Reverse-engineering nature is not a simple game. Choose your cannabinoids – and their entourage – wisely.
