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wax
What does wax mean?
A soft, opaque, sticky cannabis extract with a wax-like consistency, used in dab rigs or pens.
"A dab of wax hits way harder than flower."
Origin
Named for its soft, wax-like texture, typically from solvent (BHO) extraction.
Frequently asked questions
What is wax in cannabis terms?
Wax is a soft, opaque, sticky cannabis concentrate with a texture like earwax or lip balm, used in dab rigs or vape pens and much stronger than flower.
Why is it called wax?
It's named for its soft, wax-like consistency, which comes from how the extract is processed, often through solvent (BHO) extraction.
How is wax different from shatter?
Wax and shatter can start from the same extraction, but wax is soft, opaque, and sticky, while shatter is brittle, translucent, and glass-like, mostly a difference in texture.
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