Terp Essentials

Crystallization (or crashing out) occurs when certain cannabinoids are present at too high of a concentration in vape oils and carts. In certain concentrations, cannabinoid molecules naturally crystallize within the extract, causing crystals in vape oil and a cloudy or grainy appearance. This is especially likely with high-purity isolates such as CBD, CBG, and THCa.

The problem of distillate crashing can be solved by using a vape carrier oil, like The BASE. It increases total volume relative to cannabinoid concentration, ensuring the cannabinoids stay liquid.

The BASE is a blend of non-aromatic terpenes, lipids, and esters in which cannabinoids easily dissolve. The BASE™ is easy to use, even at high concentrations, and does not affect the flavor or aroma of your product. It can make up the majority of your formulation; simply add it to your active ingredients to achieve your desired effects.

Vape oils should flow at room temperature, but many distillates have a naturally high viscosity, especially at the desired potency for most vape products. Oil that is too thick to flow at room temperature will clog hardware, overload heating elements, and cause uneven vaporization, so thinning THC oil during formulation is critical.

The CUT was made to fix the problem of extracts which are too thick for vape hardware. As a flavorless, terpene-based diluent for vapes, it reduces viscosity without compromising potency or taste. Once you've established your cannabinoid and terpene ratios, blend in The CUT™ to make your extract thinner and more usable within the vape cart.

Vape cart leaks occur when vape oil is too thin for the hardware, and are a common issue with cheap vape hardware. Leaks are also common in high-terpene formulations which are naturally thinner distillates. Thin oil flows too freely through the cartridge's intake holes, causing leaking and uneven vaporization.

The THICK increases oil viscosity without affecting vaporization function. It works by responding to increasing temperatures, thickening the oil at room temperature but not impeding vaporization as the cart heats up. It's inert and thermally stable up to 450°F, making it far safer than synthetic alternatives.

Hardware selection is also important. Match your cart's intake aperture size to your oil's viscosity, using wider holes for thicker oils to prevent both leaking and flooding of the heating element. But even if you have a stockpile of mismatched hardware, you can fix just about any too-thin extraction with The THICK.

Crystals in vape carts can clog the experience, blocking airflow and preventing the cart from working altogether. Certain cannabis distillates come naturally thicker than many vape oils, and if not thinned, the cannabinoids crystallize at low temperatures.

To formulate vape carts that won't clog, use The CUT to reduce the viscosity of your product during formulation and prevent further crystallization for your customers. Matching the viscosity to your hardware is key, ensuring oil flows appropriately upon heating.

The CUT is flavorless and odorless, so it can be added in any quantity to achieve the desired viscosity, without affecting the flavor and aroma profile of your product.

For a vape cart that's already clogged, gently heat to reduce the viscosity and encourage it to flow. This is only a temporary fix, however, as the vape will crystallize again when it returns to room temperature. Changes to the formulation are the only lasting solution.

The Essentials Collection is widely available throughout the US states and in international markets. We guarantee that all products meet comprehensive compliance and import regulations wherever we ship.

We strive to fulfill your order within one business day. Delivery times and shipping carriers vary by region, so allow a few days for your order to arrive with you.

We're also experienced in shipping to Europe, Australia, Canada, and beyond. Simply reach out to our team for import documentation, region-specific customs advice, and estimated delivery times.