The UK has one of the best-regulated, most accessible online CBD markets in the world. You can find any form of CBD product that your heart desires, but there’s a difference between finding one and finding a really good one. And it also has to work for you.
Here’s what you should look for when buying CBD products online in the UK.
Finding a CBD Product That Works For You
CBD products work differently. Some absorb faster and last longer in your body, for example.
To find the best product for you, try a few options. You can test CBD oils, gummies, teas, etc., to see how you feel after taking them. Some people find that some products work better than others.
Remember that CBD is a holistic remedy and shouldn’t be used medicinally in replacement of prescribed medicine. It can be used as a great addition to your wellness routine. Some people notice subtle physical effects, such as less tension, fewer racing thoughts, or mild sleepiness, rather than dramatic changes in their physical or mental state.
Customer Satisfaction Ratings and Reviews
Another way to know you’re finding a high-quality product that can support a holistic approach to wellness is to check customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. And focus on the actual product reviews. Some people may write a slightly negative review about slow delivery and completely disregard the product’s quality and the fact that some things are just worth the wait.
People should praise the product as being fresh and natural, and, ideally, top-shelf quality.
Find Top Shelf Quality CBD Products
You might see CBD flowers or other CBD products listed as ‘top shelf quality.’ That refers to premium-grade cannabidiol and hemp products that meet the highest standards for purity, safety, and legal compliance.
Top-shelf quality products still follow the strict THC limits (UK THC limits are under 0.2% THC or 0.0% where specified), but they’re usually more potent in their CBD form.
If you’re looking for top-shelf quality CBD products, you want to look for evidence of clean, organic hemp sourcing, supercritical CO2 extraction, and independent lab testing.
Verified CBD Independent Lab Reports
Any reputable CBD seller online should have verified independent lab reports. CBD analysis laboratories test:
- Purity: pesticide residues, heavy metals, microbiology, mycotoxins, solvent residues, etc.
- Measured cannabinoid content: For CBD, this is shown as a percentage of the total CBD in the product.
- THC results: THC should always be under 0.2% in the UK.
All labs should also be UKAS accredited so you know they’re authorised and regulated. Most CBD online suppliers use a third-party lab, and if they don’t state who it is on their website, you can reach out to customer service and ask for the lab’s name so you can do a bit of extra research.
Do your research based on what you’ve read above and you should find the most premium products that meet your needs. Remember that whatever product you find, CBD should be used as an addition to support your overall wellness, not as an absolute remedy for an issue you’re having.