Hemp Seed Oil Vs. CBD Oil: What’s The Difference? – Forbes
If you have ever stood in a store aisle staring at two different bottles wondering what the difference is between hemp seed oil and CBD oil, you are definitely not alone. Forbes recently tackled this common source of confusion, breaking down what sets these two products apart. While both come from the hemp plant, they are actually quite different in terms of where they come from on the plant and what they contain.
Hemp seed oil is pressed directly from the seeds of the hemp plant. The seeds themselves do not contain significant amounts of cannabidiol, so hemp seed oil is generally used as a nutritional product or ingredient in skincare. You will often find it in salad dressings, protein powders, and moisturizers because of its fatty acid content.
CBD oil, on the other hand, is extracted from the leaves, flowers, and stalks of the hemp plant. This is where cannabidiol is actually found. Because of this, CBD oil and hemp seed oil serve very different purposes, and shoppers need to read product labels carefully to know exactly what they are buying.
The mix-up between these two products is surprisingly common, partly because some companies use the term "hemp oil" loosely on their packaging, which can make things even more confusing for consumers. Knowing the distinction can help you make smarter purchasing decisions and get the product that actually fits your needs. Check out the full Forbes article for a more detailed breakdown of how these two products compare.
