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Cannabis Topical Standardization

⚗️ Science First mentioned: Ep. 130

The challenge of producing consistent cannabis-infused topical products, requiring testing of the extract's cannabinoid concentration BEFORE formulation rather than only testing the final product, plus using weight-based measurements instead of volume for raw ingredients.

Dr. Natasha explains that batch-to-batch variability often stems from not measuring cannabinoid concentration of the BHO extract before adding to skincare formulas. Different base ingredients (shea butter vs cocoa butter) can differ by 20g per half cup despite appearing volumetrically equal. She recommends weighing all raw ingredients on a scale. Korova (Danny) describes their four-stage testing process for edibles: starting material, butter, and final product.

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