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A cannabis concentrate with a soft, opaque texture similar to ear wax, produced through butane or CO2 extraction.
Cannabis wax is a concentrate with a soft, opaque, malleable texture similar to candle wax or beeswax. It is produced through solvent-based extraction, typically using butane or CO2, followed by a purging process that removes residual solvents and agitation that creates its characteristic waxy consistency.
Production and Variations
Wax is made by whipping or agitating the cannabis extract during the purging process, which introduces air and creates its opaque, creamy texture. The exact consistency can vary from soft and creamy (budder or badder) to slightly firmer and crumbly, depending on the specific technique and the starting material's moisture content and terpene profile. Higher terpene content tends to produce softer wax. Potency typically ranges from 60% to 90% THC.
How to Use Wax
Wax is consumed primarily through dabbing on a heated nail or banger, or by loading it into a concentrate-compatible vaporizer pen. It can also be added to a joint or bowl of flower to boost potency, a technique called twaxing. Wax is easier to handle than runnier concentrates like sauce or distillate, making it a practical choice for dabbing. Store wax in a silicone or glass container in a cool, dark place to preserve potency and prevent it from drying out into a crumbly texture.