Live resin is made differently than all other cannabis concentrates. Instead of harvesting the plant and letting it dry out, losing all its moisture, it is frozen immediately after harvesting. Then throughout the rest of the extraction process, it is kept frozen.

The chemical reaction occurring is the same as in other cannabis concentrates. First, the plant undergoes alcohol and chemical-based reaction that naturally separates the oils and the plant. Then, the plant matter is destroyed using butane or another solvent that preserves all the other cannabis elements, such as the resin and the terpenes. 

No, you are not consuming butane or any chemical solvent when you consume live resin. After the plant matter is separated, the concentrate is cleaned of any solvent remnants. Once no remaining chemicals are deemed safe for consumption, the resin can be left untouched for a shatter-like appearance or mixed and made into a waxy substance. 

Do not try to make live resins at home because it involves chemicals and poses many fire risks. Many people tried making it at home and burned down their homes. The necessary equipment costs hundreds of thousands of dollars and requires proper maintenance. Let the professionals handle this one. 

Storing Live Resin

Storing live resin is challenging. The extraction process preserves the terpene profile, but once you try to store resin, the terpenes will start to disintegrate if exposed to air. In addition, the longer it is exposed to air, the more it will lose terpenes, eventually losing its distinctive odour and flavour. However, you can preserve live resin for up to a year by storing it correctly and limiting air exposure. 

Since the extraction process involves freezing temperatures, your freezer is the best place to store resin before using it. The cold will keep it fresh and help maintain the terpene profile. Like with all other cannabis products, make sure to label the container properly so your resin does not end up in the wrong hands.

Finally, make sure to store your live resin in vacuum-sealed containers that do not let in excess air. Remember, any air or moisture will start to disintegrate the distinct terpene profile. Vacuum-sealed jars will keep the aromas and taste fresh. Additionally, avoid frequently changing the resin’s storage. Constant changes or new environmental factors introduce more opportunities for temperature or moisture changes.

Buying Live Resin

Live resin is a tremendous high any stoner would want to try. Luckily, getting ahold of some is easy. You can buy it from most cannabis dispensaries or even buy weed online. However, be prepared to spend more on live resin than other concentrates. It is considerably more expensive than others because extracting it is much more difficult. Live resin can be up to 100 dollars per gram. You can find cheaper, less pure alternatives like shatter wax or budder at cannabis dispensaries for 60 or 80 dollars.

If you can not access a local dispensary or weed delivery service, there are plenty of online options for buying live resin. There are hundreds of online cannabis stores that sell various products. Most of them also ship all over the country in discreet packages. 

Conclusion

Live resin offers the promise of an incredible high as long as you start small. However, even if you are a regular stoner, doing too much your first time can leave you with a terrible high. To master dabbing, always start small and work your way up. Live resin offers an entirely new experience on your cannabis journey, but your discretion depends on whether it is good or bad depends on your discretion. Find what you are looking for and more at Weed List.

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