CBD Product Reviewer
Katie Pearl
Female | 25-34
Focus
Katie enjoys using CBD oil for anxiety symptoms and to help focus during work.
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Products Reviewed
WEEK 1
Part 1
I have really enjoyed using the Greed Roads CBD oil. I had no idea what to expect when first started using it. I could immediately tell that it helped reduce some of my physical anxiety symptoms. It helps me be more present and in the moment. Instead of having my foot constantly tap on the ground or the sensation that my heart feels racing as I am preparing for the workday, I felt relaxed and in tune. I think the CBD oil also helps with being able to be more in tune with what I am doing, the task at hand, the conversation with people in front of me, and the sensations of the present. Because it calms me down so much, sometimes it feels like the CBD oil is making me feel more tired or fatigued but it is not too much and feels just enough to help me get through the day. I think when my mind is racing and I am feeling super anxious and on high alert, it feels weird to come down to a normal pace – which is what the CBD oil does – but now that I know what that is like, I don’t want to go back! When I first take the CBD oil and let it soak into my body it feels like a wave of calm and focus washes over me and I am more prepared for the day, the conversations, and the work ahead of me. I enjoy taking the CBD oil first thing after my morning works out on the way to work.
Part 2
I like using the Greed Roads CBD oil when I am anxious at night and worried that I won’t be able to sleep at night because of all of the things I have to get up and do the next day. I really like that the CBD oil does not have the mind-altering effects of using THC products or pharmaceutical drugs, but does give me the same wellness effect of calm, relaxation, and mindfulness. When I take the CBD oil at night before bed, it helps reduce my anxiety and my racing thoughts and I sleep extremely well on it. I have not had any extremely weird dreams that I sometimes get when I use THC products or even NyQuil for sleep. Instead, it feels like it is helping me drift off into a deep sleep with a calm mind and body. I do not wake up drowsy or even anxious in the mornings. It takes a little bit – maybe 10-20 minutes – for the CBD oil to really kick in, which gives me time to settle into my nightly routine. Once I feel the oil working, it is nice to drift off to sleep with such a clear and calm brain. I am glad that I gave it a shot to help with sleeping because I have been really pleased with the results.
Part 3
The Green Roads CBD Oil 350 mg is a great option for me as a beginner to CBD oil. I use the dropper under my tongue for only 4-5 drops and hold it there for about 30-90 seconds and then swallow. The oil itself tastes pretty herbally and at first, it was kind of gross to me but now I actually enjoy the taste because I know it is going to bring me a lot of relief. Plus, it is a plant-derived product so it is good that the product itself tastes like a plant. The CBD oil is a thicker consistency than I anticipated it being but the bottle is easy to use. The only thing annoying about the packaging is that the lid is a bit difficult to screw on and off and doesn’t look very secure because it lays off-kilter. Other than that, I do like how the bottle of CBD oil is portable and clearly states what the product is so that someone does not take it by mistake or anything. Right away I tend to feel more relaxed and prepared to take on the day. I like that Green Roads is is a well known- brand and one of the most visible CBD companies in America. It feels like they are very reliable and known for the best ingredients that are very high quality. It is important to me that the CBD oil itself is derived from the hemp plant and high quality.
$44.99
WEEK 2
Part 1
I have really been enjoying using Green Roads CBD oil 350 mg. I have been applying the dropper right under my tongue for 4-5 drops and holding it there, without swallowing, for about 60 seconds. I have been deciding to use the oil when I am getting ready to start a big project at work or when I want to relax at home. Before, when I would begin a new project at work, I would force myself to down a cup of coffee, awkwardly sit with my jitters and nervous stomach and try and focus but pretending to take deep breaths. It really seems like it helps reduce my anxiety symptoms from the second the dropper hits my mouth. It tastes very herbally and has a thick consistency. My body associates the herbal taste with calmness and immediately I can take an actual deep breath. After the CBD oil has had a chance to actually get into my bloodstream and I can feel its effects, it helps focus me, calm me, and make me feel more in the moment. It feels like everything slows down and that I don’t need to chug a bunch of caffeine to get myself to start a project. It feels like a much healthier and more natural way to care for myself. It is a great asset to my daily self-care and stress and anxiety management.
Part 2
I have been using Green Roads CBD Oil 350mg for the past week and have definitely been enjoying the effects it has on me. I think it is a nice addition to my normal routine. In addition to trying my best to get in a workout everyday, drink lots of water, sleep enough, and listen to the signs my body is telling me about when I am feeling stressed and overwhelmed by outside forces, this CBD oil is a supplement. I opt for using the dropper directly under my tongue (4-5 drops and holding it there for about 60 seconds before swallowing). I have been taking it after my morning workouts, right when I get into the office. It helps me focus on the projects ahead of me, and recover from my workout, and stay calm. I notice that it feels easier to pay attention to the task at hand because my mind does not seem to be racing as fast as it does when I just start off the day with a large cup of coffee. I think part of it has to do with the routine of intentionally putting something in my mouth to help stay calm and focused. I like the fact that Green Roads CBD Oil is derived from hemp and very natural. I am happy that I found a natural product that can help me feel a sense of calmness and focus during the day.
Part 3
I take Green Roads CBD oil – the 350mg bottle dropper under my tongue – when I am trying to get to sleep fast! I really like how the oil seems to immediately calm my nervous system and help me drift off into a deep sleep. Some nights, when my mind is racing with my to-do lists and things I need to tackle the next day, I notice that my automatic response is to numb myself by scrolling through social media or turning on an episode of some show I have seen 798 times, I opt for CBD oil. When I do decide to take oil at night to go to sleep, it feels like a nice little routine to get myself ready for bed. The herbally, floral taste of the CBD oil reminds my body that it is time to begin to get ready for bed and to sleep. I like that this is a natural way to help my crazy, racing mind slow down to get good, deep sleep, instead of other sleep aids. I do not feel drowsy when I wake up in the morning compared to when I may use THC or even drink some wine before bed. It is a nice, easy, calming way to slow down in the evenings.
$44.99
WEEK 3
Katie switched to using Charlotte’s Web CBD Oil half way through the month.
Part 1
I have been using Charlotte’s Web 17mg CBD oil under my tongue for the past week and have been enjoying it’s mellow effects. Unlike other CBD oils I have used, it is a very gentle and calming sensation – not too overpowering. It helps me settle into a sense of calmness and allows my body to feel ready and better prepared for the task at hand or big work day. And unlike THC products I have used in the past, I appreciate the non-mind altering effects but the same relaxation and engagement. I am glad that CBD Oil is a supplement I can use while I am at work, and that it helps relieve some of the physical anxiety sensations – like racing mind and fast heart rate – I can use CBD oil when I am worried about meeting deadlines and getting enough done. I really like that the dropper is easy to get the exact amount of CBD desired so I can get the feeling I want. I hold the oil under my tongue for about 20-30 seconds before I swallow and then within 15 minutes I notice a gentle feeling of focus and calm – but nothing life-changing. It is a nice addition to my other self-care routines.
Part 2
I am using Charlotte’s Web 17mg CBD Oil in the Orange Blossom flavor. I really like how smooth and clean the oil feels. It is not clumpy or thick and it is very easy to get the right amount of CBD oil in the dropper and under my tongue. The packaging of the CBD Oil itself is sleek, easy to open and to commute to and from work with – I have had no issues with leaking when I toss it in the bottom of my work bag. I really appreciate that Charlotte’s Web products are 100% organic and derived from natural Hemp without any additional additives or dyes. I value knowing exactly what is going into my body and Charlotte’s Web commitment to high quality is very important to me. I am not crazy about the Orange Blossom flavor, I think I prefer a more natural hemp flavor but it definitely masks the hemp flavor for those who like that! I may try adding it to a La Croix of water to not have such an overpowering flavor.
$59.99
WEEK 4
Part 1
I have been enjoying using Charlotte’s Web 17mg CBD oil. My favorite part about this particular CBD oil is that the effects are rather mild and the sensations take a little bit to set in, so I can ease into the relief. Charlotte’s Web CBD oil has been my go-to when I am halfway through the workday and feeling uninspired, distracted, and not wanting to work on the project at hand. I opt for 3/4th of the dropper directly under my tongue instead of mixing into any drinks or food. The orange blossom flavor started to grow on me – at first, I did not love the overpowering flavor but now my body seems to associate the taste with orange flavor with the relief and sensation to come. Instead of having racing thoughts and a busy, busy mind when I am trying to accomplish my to-do list, the CBD oil acts a supplement to help me focus and get right to work. I sometimes take it right before a cup of coffee and that seems to be a nice combo for me – enough relaxation and calmness mixed with the caffeine burst to get me through the end of the day hump.
Part 2
While using Charlotte’s Web 17mg CBD oil directly under my tongue, I have really been enjoying the anti-inflammatory benefits. I am not sure if it is a combo of my more regular skincare routine and working out with the CBD oil or just the CBD oil itself, but I have noticed that my hormonal acne has gone down. I think that the anti-inflammatory effects of the CBD oil is really helping my skin not flare up as much as before. It could also be that using the CBD oil has helped me manage my stress in general, which helps lower my acne. In addition to the calm effect it has on my skin, I enjoy the calm effects it has on the rest of my body. It feels as if I took a deep breath of fresh air and released a lot of the anxiety built up. I like that this is a natural supplement to my current self-care routine without the dependence on other toxins or ingredients into my body. Charlotte’s Web’s commitment to all-natural derived ingredients is very important to me.
Part 3
I have had a great experience using Charlotte’s Web 17mg CBD oil in the orange blossom flavor. Living in Colorado where marijuana is legal, I have had some experience with various THC and CBD + THC products, but using the CBD oil by itself has been a wonderful option for me. Without the mind-altering effects of THC, using the CBD oil helps relax me and even increases my concentration. It is a great way for me to fall asleep and stay fast asleep at night without waking up groggy. I have yet to have any sort of bad dreams or nightmares while taking this CBD oil for sleep, which is great compared to some of the unpleasant dreams I have had in the past using other sleep-aids or THC. Although the CBD oil feels like it is slowing me down, it does not make me feel too fatigued. I am comfortable using this product when I am at work as well as for sleep because the effects are mellow and enjoyable.
$59.99