Where Is The Best Place To Store CBD Oil?

So, CBD oil has made its way into your life, becoming a part of your daily regime. But how do you ensure that your CBD oil maintains its integrity, remaining usable for as long as possible? Keep reading to find out all you need to know about storing CBD oil, creams, and supplements.

How to store CBD oil

Storing CBD oil isn’t hard, but there are three main elements you need to consider to get the most out of its shelf life. We’ll examine each, and discuss how you can protect your CBD oil to keep it in the best possible condition.

• Light

To understand how light affects CBD, we need to know a bit about how light works. Visible light represents a narrow band of rays on the electromagnetic spectrum; these waves are around us all the time, but we can only see a handful. Sunlight is full of visible light, but it also contains rays that fall to either side of the visible spectrum: infrared rays, and UV rays.

UV rays are high-intensity rays past the violet end of the visible spectrum (thus their name: “ultraviolet”). UV rays aren’t just bad for our skin—they also contribute significantly to the breakdown of CBD. To protect your CBD oil from light degradation, make sure to store it in a dark location, such as a cupboard.

• Air

Air contains a complex blend of molecules that can react with CBD, including nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide. Of the three, oxygen causes the most damage to CBD. CBD oil will last significantly longer if it remains in an airtight container.

• Temperature

High temperatures are another factor that can break down those all-important CBD molecules. To maintain it’s integrity, you should store CBD oil at room temperature (18 °C – 28 °C). For long term storage, placing the product in the fridge is not a bad idea and won’t damage your CBD Oil.

That being said, CBD oil has a generous shelf life, and if you plan on using it regularly, freezing and unfreezing isn’t convenient.

Can you store CBD oil in the fridge?

The  best place to store it is actually the kitchen cabinet because it’s dark, cool enough and airtight.

The fridge is a good place to store CBD Oil if you don’t plan to use the product immediately. The cooler temperatures help protect essential terpenes and cannabinoids, but don’t be surprised if your oil starts to separate. If so, make sure to shake vigorously before each use. The natural separation under cooler temperatures won’t damage the efficacy of CBD in any way.

How long can you store CBD oil?

CBD oil is a perishable product, which means it won’t last forever if you don’t use it. However, stored correctly, CBD oil should last at least six months after opening. The oil remains usable after this time, but the active ingredients will start to break down.

If it’s been more than six months, the CBD oil will start to change colour, getting darker. It’s still safe to use, but you may need a higher dose to experience the same effects. All Cibdol CBD products feature a printed “best before” date on both the packaging and the bottle itself.

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What’s the best way to store other CBD products?

• CBD capsules

CBD capsules contain CBD oil, but feature a few key differences when it comes to storage. Unlike loose oil, softgels have a layer of protection against the elements, especially air. That being said, if you’d like to extend the shelf life of your capsules, store them in a secure, lightproof container. You can usually store CBD softgels at room temperature in cupboards, drawers, etc.

• CBD supplements

You should store liquid supplements containing CBD with additional ingredients in a cool, dark place in airtight, UV-protected containers; and to be safe, you should refrigerate.

• CBD creams

Most CBD creams come in packaging designed for long-term or semi-long-term storage. Still, they should be stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry to keep the components at their best.

How to store CBD oil—bottom line

If you follow the above guidelines and principles for storing CBD, your beloved cannabinoid should remain fresh and potent for as long as you need it. Just keep in mind temperature, light, and air, and you’ll be fine!

Found the perfect place to store CBD? Why not browse the Cibdol store for an extensive selection of CBD oils, creams, supplements, and beauty products? Or, if you’re still not sure on what CBD is or how it works, you’ll find everything you need to know in our CBD Encyclopedia—a beginner-friendly guide to all things CBD.