What is a Cannabis Nanoemulsion?
A cannabis nanoemulsion is a tiny mixture of cannabis oil, water, and special blending agents called surfactants combined through ultrasonication.
Ultrasonication uses high-frequency sound waves to break the cannabis oil into extremely small particles, almost at the nano level. These tiny particles, often well under 200 nanometers, are evenly dispersed throughout the water, forming a stable solution. The resulting mixture is a translucent, consistent liquid that can be seamlessly blended into edibles and rapidly absorbed into the body.
How Do Nanoemulsions Compare to Traditional Edibles?
Nano-based ingestibles and traditional edibles differ in their manufacturing processes and particle sizes. A nanoemulsion edible incorporates tiny cannabis extract particles into food products to enhance bioavailability (absorption rate) and consistency. In contrast, traditional edibles mix cannabinoids directly into food items without altering the size, leading to larger particles and potentially uneven distribution.
This distinction means nanoemulsions and traditional edibles can differ significantly in efficiency, onset time, and experience predictability.