1. What is Hemp?
Hemp is a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant species grown specifically for industrial and commercial use. Unlike marijuana, it contains very low levels of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive compound, and is used to produce products like textiles, paper, biofuel, food, health and wellness products and building materials. It has been shown in many studies to provide significant health benefits.
2. I’ve heard Hemp can provide significant health benefits. Specifically, what are they and what ailments are they effective in treating?
Because of FDA regulations, we are unable to specifically address these questions. Most of our customers do, or have done, considerable research on their own, which is why we say “for those who know…” there is a plethora of information available. Simply search “Hemp and_______” and you’ll find a wide range of useful data.
3. What is the difference between industrial hemp and marijuana?
Essentially industrial hemp and marijuana are the same plant species…Cannabis Sativa. The difference is industrial hemp is cultivated for significantly lower amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), by definition less than 0.3% by dry weight. In addition, industrial hemp generally has a more fibrous stalk and grows taller the marijuana which tends to grow more “bushy”. Other than that, the plants are virtually identical. ALL OF THE PRODUCTS WE SELL ARE REFINED FROM INDUSTRIAL HEMP.
4. Why was Imbue created?
Imbue started as a way to help one of the founders overcome severe progressive neuropathy. With no treatment options left other than opioids, he looked for a more natural, highly effective alternative. The products he developed were so effective that they became the foundation of the product line and Imbue was born.
5. Is Imbue a trusted hemp brand?
Absolutely. As 5 star rated company with more than 900 5-star reviews and more than 9 years in business, Imbue is highly trusted by our customers. As one of the very first companies to utilize US grown hemp, we wrote the book on product testing to ensure that every product is safe, reliable and effective.
6. Where do you ship your products?
We ship to all 50 States. And shipping is Free on orders over $50
7. Can I get “high” from taking your products?
No. Because our products contain no THC or extremely low levels of THC, they cannot make you ‘high”. THC is responsible for the high people experience when smoking or ingesting marijuana.
8. What is “Full Spectrum” and why is it better?
All of our products are refined from the flowers of our hemp plants. Because we utilize the best parts of the plant in our processing, we are able to produce an oil rich in beneficial cannabinoids and terpenes as well.
9. Doesn’t everyone offer “full spectrum” products?
No. Much of the competitive product on the market contains only isolate or desiccated Hemp extract. Research has shown that isolate is far less effective.
10. Where does your hemp come from?
Unlike the vast majority of competitors, we only use organically grown Colorado Hemp. In addition, and most important, our product is grown in fields which grow crops for human consumption, free from pesticides and harmful chemicals.
11. Are your hemp products really effective?
Yes. We always say that our products are clinically efficacious which means that they produce the health and wellness result as intended. And you don’t just have to believe us…simply look at the customer reviews of our products to see how our products have impacted countless lives.
12. How is your oil processed?
We employ a proprietary processing method utilizing low pressure and low temperature to preserve the plant value, terpenes and cannabinoids. Our product is processed with 100% pharmaceutical-grade ethanol made from organic sugar cane, which is then distilled off in the final process. We never use harmful chemicals like butane in processing our oil, and believe that our low temperature processing produces a better outcome than other processing methods such as CO2. Our process is akin to the RSO method.
13. Where do you process your oil?
We process all of our oil here in the United States, in Colorado. Our product is processed in clean room environments by professionals adept in process and quality control.
14. What is the difference between Full Spectrum hemp oil and hemp seed oil?
Like its name implies, hemp seed oil is refined from the seeds of the plant and contains virtually no cannabinoids. It does contain an excellent 3:1 balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote cardiovascular health. We utilize hemp seed oil as the second, and only other ingredient in ALL our capsules.
Full Spectrum hemp oil on the other hand contains a full cadre of beneficial cannabinoids and terpenes. We utilize Full Spectrum hemp oil in all of our products
15. What is a “tincture”, and why do you offer them?
Tinctures are essentially an infusion made by dissolving a substance in alcohol. Ours are a true tincture…not simply Hemp extract or isolate mixed in a “carrier” oil such as olive or coconut oil. We mix our only with 100% organic, kosher vegetable glycerin refined from palm fruit. Because of this, our tinctures actually taste good and require no added flavorings. They contain only our hemp oil and the vegetable glycerin. We offer tinctures as they are still a pervasive method of delivery.
16. What’s so special about your capsules?
Our capsules are designed to provide a convenient, consistent dosage, and many of our customers find them easier to take than tincture products. In addition, our capsules are Full Spectrum like all our products and contain only our hemp oil and organic hemp seed oil. The capsule shells are vegan made from vegetable glycerin and they are colored with natural chlorophyll.
17. What dosage of your product should I take?
Again, we can’t recommend specific dosages, and it does vary from individual to individual. Trying different dosages may be appropriate until you find the one that works for you. In general, according to research, lower dose can be effective, and sometimes more effective than higher dosages. In addition, because our product is Full Spectrum, it tends to be more efficacious than isolate-type products.
18. How safe are your products?
Our products are grown in fields that grow crops for human consumption, grown organically, tested for soil contaminants and pesticides, processed in clean room environments and tested by independent laboratories for potency and purity. Our products are organic, Non-GMO and virtually all vegan.
19. There are fewer ingredients in your products than some of your competitors.
Exactly. Because of our processing methods, we utilize fewer ingredients and deliver what we believe is a higher quality product. We never use fillers, artificial colors or flavorings.
20. What is the difference between your topical lotion and salve?
Our lotion utilizes an organic lotion base and contains arnica flowers, essential oils of rosemary and mint and, of course, our proprietary hemp oil. It’s fast absorbing and leaves the skin smooth and soft. Our salve is a thicker consistency product with a base of organic grapeseed oil and natural beeswax and contains a higher concentration of Hemp extract.
21. Unlike many of your competitors, you offer products for people and pets. Why is that?
We believe that in today’s “modern family”, our pets play in integral role. And as such, deserve to have access to the same high quality hemp products as their “human” counterparts. We grow, process and package our pet products exactly like the ones intended for people, but specifically formulated for dogs and cats. We offer tinctures, and capsules in various strengths depending on size, for dogs, and pet tinctures for cats. We also offer equine and bovine products as well.
22. What is RSO or Rick Simpson Oil?
RSO or Rick Simpson Oil is a processing method named after its inventor. It is essentially an ethanol -processed oil, almost exclusively from marijuana, not hemp.
23. What experience do the founders of your company have?
With nearly three decades of experience in the cannabis and healthcare industries, the founders of Imbue Hemp are passionate about utilizing our expertise and know-how to deliver exclusive, proprietary products, designed and envisioned to provide outstanding results.
24. Why do you say your business approach is “Earth First”?
Growing hemp actually helps reduce our “carbon footprint”. All our products are grown organically, utilize only other organic ingredients, and packaged in fully recyclable materials.