CBD DIY: Easily create your own CBD products

Are you a fan of homemade products? Whether it's for environmental reasons, to save money, or simply to be sure of the quality of the products you consume, is DIY your thing?

 

Good news: The DIY trend is about to conquer the world of CBD.

 

Oil, e-liquid, and even cosmetics— this article discusses DIY and CBD. Discover the different products you can make and some practical tutorials to get you started!

What is DIY?

DIY, an acronym for "do it yourself," which literally means "do it yourself," is an increasingly popular trend in Europe.

 

Whether it's home decor, cbatchhing or cosmetics, DIY charms with its natural side, the control over composition or simply the satisfaction of making your own products.

DIY CBD: what are we talking about?

Before getting to the heart of the matter, let there be no misunderstanding: we are obviously not talking about growing your own CBD flowers.

 

Although this could be the final form of a DIY CBD-style product, we remind you that the cultivation of CBD flowers is very strictly regulated.

 

Here, we'll talk about the most popular DIY CBD products, things that anyone can make at home:

• CBD E-liquids
• CBD oils
• CBD cosmetics or balms

Create your own custom CBD e-liquid: a short guide

Yes, it's possible to create your own e-liquid for electronic cigarettes or vapes. Why? Because you can completely personalize your vaping experience: flavor, strength, vapor production… and your CBD concentration!

 

To do this, you won't need much:

 

• Empty bottles
• A syringe or a small measuring cup
• A scale
• A neutral PG/VG e-liquid base
• A CBD booster or isolate
• Concentrated flavor of your choice

1. Choose the PG/VG e-liquid base for your electronic cigarette

All e-liquids are "constructed" from a base of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG), called a PG/VG base.

 

This is the main component: it represents approximately 90% of the final volume. Neutral, without taste or nicotine, it will primarily determine the vaping experience: the thickness of the vapor and the sensation in the throat.

 

Here's a quick table to help you find your way around:

 

PG/VG ratio	Result
70/30	More throat hit (power in the throat), less vapor
50/50	Balance
30/70	More steam, gentler

 

2. Add the concentrated flavoring

As its name suggests, the flavor determines the taste of the mixture you will vape. Strawberry, banana, coffee, madeleine, hemp flower, skunk, Amnesia… As you know, there really are flavors for every taste.

 

Generally, the flavoring represents between 5 and 10% of the total e-liquid volume. Simply adjust the amount according to the desired flavor intensity.

3. Add a CBD booster or isolate

This is where it gets interesting. In your DIY e-liquid, you can also choose the dose of CBD you will put in your mixture.

You have a choice: either you buy a CBD booster, a ready-made product to mix with your e-liquid, or you opt for CBD isolate.

Option 1: CBD Booster for e-liquid

This is a liquid containing CBD isolate diluted in PG. Everything is ready to go. The booster contains a precise dose of CBD : simply adjust the dosage according to the booster's concentration and your desired final concentration.

 

CBD (mg)	Volume (ml)	Concentration (%)
100 mg	10 ml	1%
200 mg	10 ml	2%
300 mg	10 ml	3%
500 mg	10 ml	5%
1000 mg	10 ml	10%
1000 mg	30 ml	3.33%
1000 mg	50 ml	2%
1500 mg	50 ml	3%
2000 mg	50 ml	4%

 

 

Option 2: CBD isolate

Creating your own e-liquid from isolate is simple. You just need a good scale, and there are only advantages: it's more economical and it allows you to obtain a mixture of guaranteed purity.

 

To create your e-liquid from isolate, start by choosing a base with a higher PG than VG ratio, such as 60/40 or 70/30, as CBD isolate dissolves better in PG. Then, the process is simple:

 

• Weigh the isolate to obtain the desired concentration
• Add the isolate to a small volume of e-liquid
• Shake vigorously until the isolate dissolves (if the isolate has difficulty dissolving completely, you can heat the mixture in a water bath at a temperature not exceeding 60 degrees)
• Add your mixture to the rest of your e-liquid
• If you wish, add the flavoring
• And that's it. Now all you have to do is let it rest for 24 to 48 hours!

 

Having trouble calculating CBD concentration? Here's a handy chart for perfect dosage:

 

 

Weight of isolate (g)	Total volume (ml)	Total CBD (mg)	Concentration (%)
0.05 g	10 ml	50 mg	0,5%
0.10 g	10 ml	100 mg	1%
0.30 g	10 ml	300 mg	3%
0.50 g	10 ml	500 mg	5%
1.00 g	10 ml	1000 mg	10%
1.00 g	30 ml	1000 mg	3,33%
1.50 g	30 ml	1500 mg	5%
2.00 g	50 ml	2000 mg	4%
2.50 g	50 ml	2500 mg	5%

 

Quick tip: to speed things up, you can add CBD isolate directly into a ready-made e-liquid bought from a store, provided that it contains a sufficient level of PG.

Homemade CBD oil: simple, effective… and even for your pets!

Are you wondering if it's possible to make your own CBD oil ? Good news: it's easy, quick , and economical ! The method is almost the same as for DIY e-liquid.

 

 

 

• You choose your base oil (hemp, coconut, olive, salmon…)
• You pour in the desired amount of CBD isolate
• You heat it gently or shake it vigorously,
• Let it rest for 24 to 48 hours… and it's ready!

 

Why make your own CBD oil?

Creating your own DIY CBD oil is first and foremost about regaining control, but there are many other advantages:

 

• You are 100% certain of the composition of your oil.
• You can choose the base that suits you (perfect in case of allergies or intolerances).
• It's up to 4 times cheaper than commercially available products.
• You get a 0% THC oil, ideal for athletes or professionals subject to drug tests.
• You precisely dose your CBD level according to your needs.

The only downside: by using isolate, you don't benefit from the entourage effect (or "synergy") offered by full-spectrum oils. But if you're looking for purity, clarity, and simplicity, it's the perfect solution.

 

CBD oil for pets!

Like us, our animals need omega fatty acids and supplements that are beneficial to their health. And like us, animals can benefit from the effects of CBD : calming, recovery, stress reduction…

 

Creating your own CBD oil for pets allows you to:

 

• Customize the recipe according to the animal (breed, weight, sensitivity).
• Choose a healthy base, such as fish or salmon oil.
• Save money without compromising on quality.

Pure CBD isolate is non-toxic to dogs, cats, rodents… and even horses. It's a natural benefit for their daily well-being.

 

Homemade CBD cosmetics: natural beauty, relief, and relaxation

We know the qualities of CBD when consumed ingested or vaped, but are you also familiar with the benefits of CBD applied topically? Antioxidant, soothing, and restorative, it integrates perfectly into your DIY skincare.

 

 

 

 

What CBD can do for your skin:

 

• Anti-aging and antioxidant
• Effective against acne and inflammation
• Soothes pain
• Relaxes the muscles
• Etc.

How to create your own CBD cosmetics at home?

There are several solutions, and CBD can be used in several forms for DIY: as an isolate, distillate, or oil.

 

But we'll explain how to use isolate. It's our preferred form because it's easy to measure, stable, completely pure, and, to top it all off, inexpensive.
Plus, it works with the vast majority of bases and formulas.

 

You can add CBD isolate to:

 

• A vegetable oil (hemp, jojoba, sweet almond)
• A neutral cream base
• A homemade solid balm (beeswax + shea butter, for example)

 

Simple example: Homemade CBD balm (30 ml)

Ingredients :

 

• 15 g of shea butter
• 10g of coconut oil
• 5 g of beeswax
• 0.3 g of CBD isolate (300 mg for ~1%, perfect for the face; for muscle balms, we recommend between 2 and 5%, i.e. between 0.6 and 1.2 g)
• Optional: 2 drops of lavender essential oil, or another oil depending on the desired effect

 

The procedure is very simple:

 

• Melt the fats in a double boiler
• Add the CBD once it has cooled slightly
• Pour into a jar and let it set

The best part is that, as we said, it works with pretty much all creams.
Do you already have your own recipe for a treatment for hair, face, muscle pain , or menstrual cramps?

 

Add a little bit of CBD isolate to your recipe to feel a real difference!

 

And as always, if you enjoyed this article, feel free to browse our blog for batchs of other interesting information about CBD !