Where and how to buy CBD in France?
Do you want to know more about CBD? You don’t know if it is authorized in France or where to get it? No worries, we explain everything you need to know about CBD in this article!
What is CBD or cannabidiol?
CBD is short for cannabidiol, a cannabinoid found in cannabis (hemp). Its use is legal worldwide. This element has no psychoactive effect unlike THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) which makes you high. Indeed, CBD acts on receptors different from those of THC. For example, CBD reduces the psychoactive effects of THC.
CBD is useful in many cases. It can be effective alone or combined with other active ingredients to make it even more effective! The most common use is for pain relief, but you can also use CBD for stress, insomnia, anxiety, nausea (vomiting), and muscle pain. It is also effective against many other health problems.
Most people are most familiar with THC, the cannabinoid responsible for getting “high.” Therefore, it is used in recreational cannabis use to achieve a state of euphoria and floatation. However, recent years have seen an increase in the consumption of CBD, as it has many therapeutic properties that could contribute to human health.
Is it legal to obtain it in France?
CBD is legal in many countries around the world. It is marketed in different forms: oil, cream, capsule…. CBD can also be easily produced at home using a syringe which allows you to make your oil or cream. However, this requires both an organic hemp source and quality equipment. In France, it is possible to obtain CBD in several ways and it is legal. The law says the only cannabinoid allowed for medical purposes is dronabinol, but it can only be consumed in the form of cigarettes. However, the dronabinol tablet does not contain THC (which will get you high), making it legal.
What are the benefits of CBD?
CBD oil works on receptors in the body and brain (and nervous system) to reduce pain and anxiety naturally, without side effects. CBD reduces the psychoactive effects of THC when combined.
- The benefits of CBD oil for humans are numerous:
- It helps you eat better or sleep better;
- It reduces stress and depression; It can relieve pain (back, headaches, joints);
- Reduces nausea (especially in patients undergoing chemotherapy).
Warning: You should always consult your doctor before using CBD to make sure it is right for you!
How to choose your CBD?
Most French distributors sell CBD products, as they are legal in France. However, given that it is found in several forms and that the varieties are numerous, it is important to choose carefully. To choose your CBD you must first know in what form to buy it. Then, know the intensity and the benefits. We can distinguish :
CBD oil:
it is the most used form of CBD. If you want to ingest it, you must dissolve it in a fatty substance (olive oil). This will allow your body to absorb it and should increase its effectiveness. It is often sold as a “whole plant,” meaning all of the cannabis components are present in the same oil. This can be helpful in getting all the benefits but also ensures you get high if THC is present in your CBD, which is not always desired. It can also be more expensive because it contains everything!
CBD capsules:
This is the simplest way to ingest CBD, except that they are sometimes very large and therefore difficult for some people to use. Note that they can also be found in candies, perhaps more pleasant!
CBD cream:
If you suffer from joint pain, this is an interesting way to use CBD. It also allows the product to be applied to the skin, which adds other benefits if hydration or anti-aging is desired.
CBD isolate:
If your goal is to use THC-free CBD because it gets you high, this is the best solution of all. CBD isolate does not contain THC or other cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. It’s pure CBD, which means it’s just CBD! And so, of course, it’s legal…
CBD flower:
You can buy CBD in stores to smoke directly, in other words the plant itself or rather its flower. It’s not pure CBD but it does contain less THC, which means you can use it without worrying about getting high. It is also cheaper than other options. Here it is a question of simply smoking it.
CBD candles:
Finally, you can buy candles that contain CBD oil so that when you light them they release their effects into the air. They are easy to transport and discreet!
Where to buy CBD in France?
The easiest way is to buy it online. There are many stores on the Internet that offer CBD, at a good price and of high quality. Another solution is to find someone living in another country who can send you CBD without problems. You can also go to a cannabis café or nightclub where you can consume it without risk.
But the best solution for buying CBD in France is obviously to go to a specialized store. In these stores you will then be advised on the choice to make, etc.
And you, have you ever used or purchased CBD in France?