terpene talk: relaxing terpenes
By: Cbd Handbook
Tags: Cbd, Cbd Oils, Health, Cannabis, Cannabis Medical

terpene talk: relaxing terpenes

Read our previous article if you want to discover the happy, ‘mood-boosting’ terpenes that are found in the cannabis plant. In this article, we are going to delve into the relaxing terpenes. So, if you’re having trouble sleeping, or just relaxing in general, you’re going to want to read on.

Both Linalool and Terpinolene have relaxing properties that could even help you stay calm when too many people have logged on to YOUR Netflix account so you can’t watch your favourite show. The cheek. Firstly, lets explore Linalool. This is a naturally occurring terpene found in cannabis and many flowers and spice plants. If you’re familiar with Linalool, then the smell probably reminds you most of lavender. The scent isn’t pure lavender however, there is a slight spice to it!

One of the most appreciated properties of cannabis is the fast, relaxing, stress-busting effect. The anti-stress properties of Linalool play a part in achieving this effect. Stress causes a shift in the distribution of white blood cells in the body; the percent of lymphocytes decrease, and neutrophils increase. Linalool prevents this shift and prevents the stress induced changes making the immune system more resilient to the destructive effects of stress. Something, I’m sure you could benefit from. Linalool is also used for its anti-anxiety effects by aromatherapy specialists. Studies on rats confirm that the use of linalool results in less aggression and less anxiety which eases social interaction. A helping hand to stay in a state of calm would be welcomed by many and simply Inhaling linalool-rich essential oils can actually be useful as a means to attain relaxation and counteract anxiety.

You now understand the benefits of Linalool but what about Terpinolene? Terpinolene is found in an abundance of cannabis strains but is normally present in only small amounts. Despite this, Terpinolene is very important. Let me tell you why. This terpene plays a key role in defining the taste and smell of many cannabis strains, and as well as this, it’s likely to affect a strain’s therapeutic and experiential qualities. Unlike other terpenes you may be aware of, Terpinolene does not have one distinct smell. It smells like a mixture of pine, flowers, herbaceous and even a slight bit citrusy. Like you can imagine from that mash up though, it certainly smells fresh, so, you probably won’t be shocked that Terpinolene is often an additive to soaps and perfumes. Just like linalool, and most other terpenes for that matter, terpinolene isn’t unique to cannabis. It can also be found in lilacs, tea tree, nutmeg, cumin and even apples. Who knew!

To further make sense of why Terpinolene can be found in soaps, I want to let you know that this terpene has been found to have antibacterial and antifungal qualities (yes, it does more than just smell nice). Terpinolene is also a terpene of interest for its sedative properties. It is believed that these properties in turn, reduce anxiety as the body and mind simultaneously calm. The use of linalool and terpinolene together, can lift stress and anxiety allowing rest and relaxation to really begin. Look out for these terpenes on the ingredients list of your future CBD wellness product!