What To Look For When Shopping For CBD

While at one time a largely misunderstood product — CBD has gained mainstream approval, now part of the daily routine of millions of Americans. The road from illegal to legal came with some bumps along the way, and there’s still some issues plaguing CBD shoppers: regulation, or a lack thereof.

CBD isn’t FDA regulated, which means it’s up to the companies themselves to ensure that their products are pure, effective, and held to a high standard. The lack of regulation has created a wild west scenario for CBD shoppers who are left to discern the quality of products on their own. Those who are experienced shoppers probably find this easy, but newbies are certain to encounter some difficulty when comparing brands.

1. Check Out Customer Reviews

CBD only became legal in 2018 but in the years since many companies have acquired dedicated customers. When customers are highly satisfied, they don’t mind leaving a favorable review. Before you decide to buy CBD oil, you should inspect the customer reviews; these reviews will provide insight into the quality of the products, their customer service, and the shopping experience as a whole. If a brand is as great as they claim, then they should feature tens of thousands of positive reviews.

2. Third Part Lab Results

Independent laboratory testing will tell you more about the products you’re buying than any product description ever could. Many companies make outlandish claims about their product potencies or ingredients, but only an independent lab report can show you what’s truly in your CBD. Unfortunately, lab reports are often buried at the bottom of a page or concealed on a product page.

At Balance CBD, we want you to enjoy peace of mind which is why we include a QR code on every bottle, linking to independent laboratory test results. 

3. Money Back Guarantee

If a company is as trustworthy as they claim, they’ll have no issues accepting returns on their products. The best CBD suppliers back their products with satisfaction guarantees — policies which allow customers to receive a full refund on their orders if unsatisfied. Our 30-day money back guarantee applies to all orders, regardless of cost. If our products don’t wow you, or you’re unhappy for any reason, simply return the product within 30 days to get your money back.

4. Look For Price Match Guarantees

You’ll find no shortage of companies that promise their products are the cheapest — but will they back up that claim with a guarantee? Most won’t. Companies that provide price match guarantees refuse to be undersold and if you find a comparable product for less, they’ll drop their prices to match it. Balance CBD products are the most affordable of any major CBD supplier and we proudly double down on that statement with a price match guarantee on all products.

5. Full Spectrum Or THC-Free

It’s essential to consider your needs and goals before you start browsing. Full spectrum CBD oils are the most effective options but there are some circumstances where full spectrum isn’t ideal. Because full spectrum products contain 0.3% THC, users who take full spectrum products could produce a positive result on a marijuana drug test. If you work for an employer that drug tests for marijuana, then you should aim for a THC-free product.

Balance CBD offers both full spectrum and CBD isolate products so all consumers can find something to fit their goals. Shop elsewhere and you’ll notice that most companies sell one formula or the other.

6. Verify That Full Spectrum Means Whole Plant Compounds

Faking full spectrum extract is among the most deceitful practices for CBD suppliers, and yet, it does happen. Some companies claim they use full spectrum hemp but there’s no actual extraction involved. You can verify that products are full spectrum by viewing the third-party lab reports; there you should see a breakdown that includes beneficial cannabinoids, CBD, terpene profiles, and 0.3% THC.

7. Ask A Question

Is the company you’re shopping from reliable enough to handle queries? Check before you buy. If any question comes to mind, simply reach out using the company’s chat feature and see what reply you receive.

Any company with quality customer service will respond in a timely manner and answer accordingly. This is also a great way to establish company policies before you commit to a purchase.

8. Read All Ingredients

Have you read all of the ingredients for the product you’re buying? Are they even listed on the website? Never buy a product until you know exactly what’s contained in it. Most companies use natural ingredients but there are some that include artificial flavoring or added coloring.

9. Alternative Products

CBD oils are great for all kinds of shoppers — potent, versatile, simple in ingredients, and easy to use. Still, you may wish to take CBD another way, and in some cases, using an oil dropper doesn’t provide the necessary discretion. This is why alternative products are important. The best CBD brands distribute high quality CBD Oils, fruit flavored CBD gummies, soothing topical creams, precision dosed CBD capsules, CBD products for your dog or cat and even CBD coffee!