If you are looking for in-depth info about terpenes and the entourage effect, then you have come to the right place.

What are Terpenes?

Terpenes are essential oils that have been used in perfume making and cosmetic products for a very long time. They also play an important role in aromatherapy and the winemaking industry due to the effect they have on the nervous system. However, with the growth of the hemp industry, terpenes are now viewed under a completely different light.

Terpenes refer to a large group of volatile unsaturated hydrocarbons that are commonly found in the essential oils of various plants. These are the compounds that give cannabis and many other types of plants, such as conifer and citrus trees, their unique aromatic and flavor profiles.

What is the Entourage Effect?

The entourage effect is a synergetic effect resulting from the combination of different plant-based compounds. In the case of hemp, the terpenes found in the plant combine with various other chemical compounds present naturally to enhance the effects of cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD), Cannabichromene (CBD), Cannabigerol (CBG) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).

Put simply, the entourage effect means that the overall effect of the combined compounds is stronger and more bio available than the effect of the individual compounds used alone.

The interesting thing to note is that the entourage effect does not just result from terpenes found in hemp only. Consuming other plants, and even fruit, can lead to the entourage effect if it is mixed with cannabinoids in your body in any other way.

The entourage effect is an important phenomenon because hemp, by its very nature its effectiveness in treating health issues or getting the desired results majorly depends on the interaction between its multiple components.

Terpenes and the entourage effect have become a topic of interest for scientists and manufacturers alike.

Industry standard hemp extract in 2020 on average contain a 1-3% minor phytonutrient distribution and <1% total terpenes. Total Hemp Care hemp extracts on average have an exceptional 12-14% minor phytonutrient distribution with a 4%+ terpene distribution.

What this means for you? Better bio-availability and results from smaller doses.

Hopefully, this article would have given you sufficient information on what you need to know about their uses.