The tinctures are interesting. I’m not talking about the herbal kind you might use to fix your sleeplessness, but the ones used in oils and extracts. The mystery behind them is that most people don’t know what’s inside them or how they’re made. Tinctures producers mention this information on the tincture packaging. If you’ve ever wondered what makes them tick, then this article will give all of that information and more. First off, let’s go over some of the basics. So, let’s get started!
What Are Tinctures?
Tinctures usually consist of just one herb, plant, or root extract steeped in grain alcohol for several weeks to several months, depending on who made it and why it’s being made.
The longer an extract steeps, the stronger it becomes because more compounds from within the plant are released into the alcohol as time passes. It is possible to have a tincture made from multiple plants or just one, but that will depend on what you’re going for and how long you plan to steep it.
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What Are the Uses of Tinctures?
The most common use of tinctures is as medicine, most often you can use to treat issues with the respiratory system such as congestion, asthma, coughs, etc. However, tinctures you can also use externally by applying them directly onto the skin in small amounts, not exceeding more than a few drops at a time.
Some people even ingest them by placing a drop (or up to 4) under their tongue and holding it there for a few minutes before swallowing rather than using water or another liquid to help bypass digestion all together going straight into the bloodstream.
What Are the Methods of Using Tinctures?
Tinctures can be ingested, used topically, and even used in aromatherapy. There are many ways to use them:
Topical:
Rub a drop or two directly onto the skin where you wish to treat, such as your chest for issues with breathing problems or your temples if you have a headache. You can add it to lotion, water, essential oils (mixing the oil and tincture before applying), bath salts/bombs, etc.
Ingested:
As we mentioned before, there is no need to use other liquids when ingesting. Unlike consuming an extract, this allows you to bypass digestion and get straight into your system.
Inhalation:
Place a drop underneath your tongue and rub the excess onto the neck so it can absorb as well. You can also place a drop or two on a cotton ball and inhale for about 10 minutes as needed. Ingesting/ applying topically with ingesting is typically more effective because of how quickly this goes into your bloodstream. Still, you have to be cautious if you’re going to ingest these orally, as they are very potent!
If you need to use an eyedropper, I will recommend you avoid touching the tip of the dropper against your skin. If that happens, bacteria can get in and make the medicine less strong. It’s best not to touch the dropper with your skin.
Benefits of Using Tinctures:
Pain Relieve:
There are many types of tinctures for treating pain relief. To name a few, there is kratom tincture, cannabis tincture, cbd tincture, etc. CBD or cannabidiol is one of the main active ingredients in marijuana and has been proven to help with chronic pain.
Insomnia:
There are ways to help you sleep. You can buy a drink that will help you. If you want to avoid getting high, then use the drink! This way, your body will get calmer and it’ll be easier for you to fall asleep.
Relaxation/ Mood-elevating:
Using tinctures is a great way to relieve stress. A lot of people use stress as an excuse not to meditate or practice mindfulness, but using tinctures allows you to be more productive throughout the day with less chance of burnout or “over-medicating.” Tinctures are great for relieving symptoms related to mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.
Sleep aid / Anti-inflammatory / Headache Relief:
There are many different types of tinctures available on the market for these purposes alone. Pain relief tincture can help with headaches/migraines, inflammation, appetite stimulant, sleep aid, etc. If you have chronic pain in any area of your body, chances are there is a tincture on the market that can help. They are great for those who want to remain productive throughout their day. The best part about using tinctures as opposed to smoking cannabis is you don’t have to worry about being “high” from the THC levels found in cannabis.
Tinctures can be made from any type of strain and many different concentrations. Depending on what your symptoms are, there’s a lot of room for customization with a tincture formula.
Types of Tincture
There are many different types of the tincture. These include Vegetable glycerin, grain alcohol (Ever clear), olive oil, coconut oil, and hemp seed oil.
Vegetable Glycerin
If you want to make a tincture that isn’t for use in medicine or for recreational purposes, then use vegetable glycerin. Vegetable glycerin consists of fatty acids like propylene glycol, which can cause irritation in some individuals.
This type of tincture is better than other types because it does not hurt your lungs when you use it. The only downside is that the potency will go away faster, so you will need to replace it often.
Grains Alcohol (Ever clear)
Most alcohols are made of 95% alcohol and 5% water. This is because that way, the cannabinoids, and terpenes can stay in solution while also being able to get all of the plant’s good stuff without getting other things like sugars, etc., which are found in other types of alcohol.
Ever clear is a good drink to mix with cannabis. It has a bad taste, but it helps you feel better. If you can’t take the taste of Ever clear, there are other drinks that will make you feel better too. Always make sure that you tincture is having a venture with box printing companies to provide all the information about these products. Read this information and then buy the tincture of your choice.
Final Thoughts:
This blog post has given you meaningful information/tips on why I choose Ever clear and how to mix it with cannabis. I hope that you got some knowledge from this blog post and gained a better understanding as to why I propose such high-proof alcohol like Ever clear. As always, feel free to leave any comments or questions below. Thank you for reading this article!