The science behind vaping THC is simple; the cannabinoids in the vapor travel through your airways, absorb through your pulmonary tissue (fancy word for lungs), enter your bloodstream, and go on to dance with your endocannabinoid system, delivering the compound’s iconic euphoric effects. All this happens super fast, like, in a matter of minutes, if not seconds. So, get ready and buckle up; good vibes are inbound!
In this article, we’ll do a deep dive into the science behind vaping THC, and how it compares to cannabis edibles. We’ll even compare vaping to traditional smoking, as in cannabis prerolls and that “good good kush.” But first, let’s get you somethin’ to vape ’cause this article will definitely make you eager to puff!
First, Check Out This THC Vape Pen
Let’s introduce you to the fan-favorite vape pen: ItsPurple Lemon Haze THCA Vape Pen! With a measured 2g blend of live rosin THC-A, delta 8, delta 9, and THC-P, this rechargeable vape delivers quite a euphoric punch, backed by citrus, cerebral vibes. These effects lean more energetic and euphoric than relaxing. After all, Lemon Haze is a classic sativa-dominant hybrid strain. Pocket this pen, go for a stroll, and take the good times to go!
The Endocannabinoid System
The main factor behind THC’s velvety, fun-fueling vibes is its relationship with your body’s endocannabinoid system. THC is a popular cannabinoid, one found in all strains of cannabis, from marijuana to hemp. When you enjoy a cannabis-based product, the fun gets fueled by the cannabinoids’ reaction to your endocannabinoid system.
This system is a sprawling network of receptors, spanning different organs and systems, tethering everything together to regulate essential functions, like sleep, mood, energy, appetite, and more—so much more. When cannabis compounds tango with these receptors, they create a strong euphoric feeling in your brain. Then, the feeling evolves into a flow of relaxing electric static in your body.
What Is a THC Vape?
Packed with a bountiful amount of THC-rich vape oil (and a precharged lithium-ion battery), a THC vape is a pocket-sized pen that fits easily in your palm, ready to release a good time for the whole crew. These cannabis-infused pens have either two grams or 3.5 grams of THC vape oil and don a wicked array of strains, cannabinoids, and blends.
What’s Inside Cannabis Vape Juice?
If you crack open one of our cannabis vape pens (hypothetically, don’t actually do this), you’ll find hemp-derived THC oil—made with different cannabinoids—propylene glycol (PG), and vegetable glycerine (VG). PG is responsible for carrying most of the flavor while providing a pretty strong throat hit, a sensation many might not be fans of. This is the flavoring agent, while VG provides most of the vapor. High PG/low VG vape juices are strong in flavor (and throat hit) while not making much smoke. Low PG/high VG don’t carry much flavor but create copious amounts of vapor.
Luckily, our vape pens carry a balanced amount of PG and VG, giving you tasty, fruity flavors and a nice plume of psychoactive vapor.
Effects of THC Vapor
And what are those effects, you ask? The effects of vaping cannabis? Oh, you know, the regular red eyes, giggles, bursts of creativity, unfocused fun, and deeply relaxing vibes. But the effects of weed vapes are a li’l different for everyone; you might feel relaxed and giggly while your buddy has a stronger sense of mind-body euphoria. How everyone reacts to THC is different. So, have an open mind in your first rendezvous with cannabis vapes.
Duration of Effects
Effects from cannabis vaping spring on pretty fast. While effects from gummies and syrups can take anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours to set in, effects from vapes are much quicker. You’ll start to notice the effects from a vape after a few minutes, if not seconds. And these effects can last for around an hour, while the effects from edibles can linger for up to eight hours.
Vapes vs. Edibles
Here’s a more in-depth breakdown of all the different nuances behind cannabis gummies, syrups, and vapes.
| Type of TRĒ House Products | Effects Set in …** | Effects Last for …** | Recommended Products |
| Cannabis Gummies | After 30 minutes to two hours | Six to eight hours | Mango Delta 9 Gummies |
| Cannabis Syrups | 30 minutes to two hours after first sip | Six to eight hours after last sip | Bussin’ Berry Delta 9+ Syrup |
| Cannabis Vapes | After a few minutes, if not seconds | 30 minutes to two hours | Watermelon Gusherz Indica Live Rosin Liquid Diamonds Vape Pen |
**Experiences may vary, depending on personal bioavailability factors (such as height, weight, and tolerance).
Vaping vs. Smoking
Cannabis smoking, weed smoking, ganja puffing, you name it; smoking cannabis has a lot of titles, and it shares a ton of similarities with vaping. Both pass THC compounds in through your lungs, whether in the form of smoke or vapor, delivering a quick onset of effects. Both are easy to share amongst your close circle. And both get you exponentially lit to High Heaven. (Yes, we carry both.)
After you’ve smoked cannabis, the effects settle in just like vaping. These effects seem to plateau after 30 minutes and gradually decline over the next hours—just like vape pens. The main difference between smoking and vaping is the aromatic loudness smoking brings. When you spark up a joint, everyone and their dog can smell it. The smell of cannabis is really hard to ignore.
But cannabis vapor is different. This little puff of psychoactive wonder is enough to lift the vibes sky high, without alerting your grandma or her little shih tzu (who’s totally a narc).
Prerolls
Our Acapulco Gold HHC Prerolls and Rainbow Runtz Delta 8 Prerolls use hemp-derived flower and kief to pepper your senses with strong, aromatic flavors and smells, while taking your brain to lunar heights. Each of our prerolls comes with half a gram of flower, decked out in kief. They’ll surely get you baked, buttered, and extra crispy.
Shop Other TRĒ House Pens & Products!
The science behind vaping THC is pretty basic, and luckily, our THC vape pens make it super convenient and approachable. Now, you’re well-equipped to choose the right THC vape for your tolerance and preferences and know how to really get the most bang for your buck! So, shop our suite of sweet vapes (or prerolls), find the one that speaks to you, and see why our products are so ******* popular!
Safe travels, TRĒ Huggers!
