Flower

• Rapid onset

• Smoked or vaporized

• Most common form of cannabis

Pro: Fast Acting/Easy to dose

Con: Harmful to your lungs

Cannabis flower is inhaled through your lungs then absorbed into your bloodstream. Flower represents the bigger buds that are not broken down.  Small popcorn buds are typically referred to as shake. Flower is typically smoked with a device such as a hand pipe, rolling paper,  or hookah, each providing the user with a different experience. Some prefer vaporization because its a more health conscious alternative. Health experts all agree that smoke-free methods pose less of a health risk. 

Tinctures 

• Rapid onset

• Easy to dose

• Discreet

• Target specific effects

Pro: Easy to dose and faster onset than edibles./ Longer Shelf Life/ Available in different strengths

Con: Shorter effects compared to other ingestible methods/Cannabis taste

Cannabis Tinctures are taken under the tongue where it is absorbed into the body without being digested. Many prefer to do it this way because it bypasses the digestive system resulting in a faster onset. It can also be added to your preferred drink or food. Most tinctures are made using a solvent like alcohol, but others are made with fat-soluble liquids like MCT oil or olive oil. This form is preferred by consumers that are looking to get fast-acting effects and to easily control their doses.

Capsules

• Convenient

• Easy to dose

• Targeted effects

• Sugar and fat-free

Pro: Easy and discreet to carry & consume/ High potency options/ No cannabis taste

Con: Lengthy onset time

Cannabis capsules are designed to make consuming cannabis easy especially for those that have strict dietary needs. They are available in a variety of formulations, full spectrum, strain specific, and cannabinoid specific. Capsules typically contain various cannabis extracts and oil formulas. Many enjoy this method because you don’t have to deal with the hassle of vaping or smoking and get consistent results. 

Topicals 

• Non-Psychoactive 

• Absorbed through skin

• Localized pain management 

• Treats Mild Skin Irritation

Pro: Non-psychoactive option for pain management

Con: Since absorbed through skin it is best for localized pain.

Cannabis Topicals are infused lotions, patches, and balms that absorb through the skin. They are typically made with cannabis extract that has been decarboxylated meaning the cannabinoids have been activated. Since most Topicals are not transdermal they do not enter your blood system resulting in no psychoactive effect. This is a great option for inflammation, sore muscles, and localized pain management. 

Vapes

• Rapid onset

• Discreet and convenient

• Flavorful

Pro: Fast Acting/Easy to dose

Con: Arguably not as Potent/ Learning Curve

Cannabis vapes are known as an easy and discreet way to consume cannabis. Vapes are usually pre-filled with cannabis extract but some you may have to fill yourself. The most common extract vaporized is “distillate”, a refined oil with only few cannabinoids like THC and CBD. Many prefer to vaporize because of their fast acting results making it easy to dose. Although many reports have brought the health risk of vaping into question, we want to assure you that 7 Stars carries only lab-tested compliant cannabis without any harmful additives or cutting agents.

Edibles

• Infused food or beverage

• Alternative to smoking

• Slower/Longer onset

Pro: Healthier for your lungs

Con: Longer onset

Cannabis edibles are absorbed differently than other consumption methods that enter the bloodstream immediately. This results in a longer onset time that leads to a more intense psychoactive body effect. A majority of edibles are infused with a high fat ingredient like butter and olive oil which enable the therapeutic properties to activate. The effects of edibles are different for everyone, so starting low and slow to find your dose is key to obtaining a good experience. Although they take longer to take effect, they do help to give your lungs a break.

Concentrates

• Rapid onset

• Strong effects

• Vaporized or dabbed

Pro: Fast acting and rapid onset

Con: Increases tolerance

Cannabis concentrates are products made from the cannabis plant that have been extracted to keep only the desirable parts of the plant like cannabinoids and terpenes, while at the same time removing plant material and impurities. Typically, concentrated have a greater proportion of cannabinoids and terpenes compared to cannabis flowers. They come in different forms and textures that can be sold as a raw extract in a jar or in a vaporizer cartridge that allows a more trouble-free experience. Doing a dab, or dabbing is the process of vaporizing concentrates on a heated surface like an electric nail or banger. Dabs provide the user with a flavorful and potent experience.