Cannabis wax is a concentrate with a waxy texture. It is made using a solvent like butane to pull cannabinoids and terpenes from the plant. Wax contains high levels of THC and requires special equipment to inhale.
What Is Cannabis Wax?
Wax is a type of extract. It looks soft and honey-colored. Users heat a small amount and inhale the vapor. It is much stronger than dried flower.
How Is Cannabis Wax Made?
Extractors place cannabis flower in a tube and pass a solvent such as butane through it. The solvent dissolves the resinous glands. After the solvent evaporates, the remaining material is whipped into a waxy consistency. Some processors vacuum purge the wax to remove leftover solvent.
Potency and Effects
Wax typically contains 60 to 80 percent THC. That is three to five times stronger than most dried flowers. Effects appear almost instantly. People use it for pain, stress, or sleep. New users should treat it with caution.
How to Use Cannabis Wax Safely
You need a dab rig, a dab pen, or a vaporizer made for concentrates. Heat the tool to the temperature range your device recommends. Place a small amount onto the hot surface. Inhale slowly.
Start with a dose the size of a rice grain. Wait ten minutes before taking more. Keep a capsule of CBD oil or a high-CBD flower nearby. These can reduce anxiety if you take too much. Store wax in a cool, dark place to preserve its texture and potency.