Despite their appearance as ordinary candies, gummies have powerful potential! You must therefore be careful about how you store them, both to keep them from spoiling and to protect people for whom gummies are not intended at all.
How long do THC gummies last?
They look like classic candies, they are as appealing as regular candies, but they do not have the same effect as ordinary candies! Puffy's THC candies promise you a unique taste experience, combining pleasure and relaxation.
But, for your experience to be optimal, your gummies must be in good condition. Indeed, like any edible product, a THC gummy is perishable.
Most of the time, these THC candies last for several months. However, they must be stored in the right conditions. Don't hesitate to read what is indicated on your gummy packaging regarding the expiration date.
The ingredients in THC gummies make this type of candy spoil more slowly than other products. It is worth knowing that they often contain preservatives, which allows for longer storage. Be aware that if you made your own THC candies, it is recommended to store them for a maximum of 9 months (ANSES recommendation).
The risks of improper storage of THC gummies
Why should you store your gummies properly?
Did you leave your open package of THC gummies lying at the bottom of a bag? Did you put some in a bowl on the table? Is it serious? Well, let's say that if THC gummies are improperly stored, the texture, taste, and quality of the cannabinoids may be altered.
Certain external factors such as heat, light, or air are real threats to your cannabinoid gummies! Indeed, these conditions degrade the gummies more quickly.
Light is harmful to gummies
Too much light poses a risk to gummies. UV rays in particular gradually degrade the active compounds in gummies. Therefore, their properties are altered, and the expected effects could be significantly diminished. Even though your THC candy looks the same.
Heat is a formidable enemy
Too much heat will have a catastrophic effect on your gummies! They can soften or melt. This is especially true if they have a gelatin base, or sensitive vegetable oils. The chew will not be the same, and it can alter the even distribution of cannabinoids within the gummy. Here's how it works: if you have a gummy with 10 mg of THC-B, for example, if it melts and then hardens, the concentration of THC-B will not be the same.
Air and humidity
Be careful, if you open the package of gummies and close it halfway... It is not without danger! Your THC gummies will come into contact with the air, they will absorb ambient moisture. This will degrade them faster, you will have a softer texture and sugar crystallization. In addition, the air will oxidize your gummies, which damages molecules such as CBD, THC-B, THC-H...
How to store THC gummies effectively?
The way you store them can influence their texture, taste, and especially their effectiveness. Remember that these are products that contain cannabinoids, so they are sensitive products. Here are a few simple and easy steps to adopt to keep them in the best condition and enjoy the experience.
We have seen that THC gummies, like other CBD products by the way, do not like to be exposed to light, open air, or heat. These different factors deteriorate them more quickly, in terms of their composition and taste.
To fight light, we advise you to leave them in opaque packaging, or to store them in a dark place (cabinet, drawer, etc.). Avoid at all costs: the edge of a window or direct sunlight!
Carefully reseal the original bag, or put the THC candies in an airtight container. Their preservation will then be guaranteed. Prefer a cool place, or at least at a stable temperature around 18–22 °C, away from any heat source.
You can optionally place your cannabis gummies in the fridge, if the room temperature is too high. This will also maintain their consistency if they contain gelatin or pectin.
All these precautions are important for the proper storage of THC gummies, but also remember to keep them out of reach of pets and children. Discreet storage, hidden gummies, or even in a locked cabinet. You can never take too many precautions.
When properly stored, gummies have many advantages, for example they could be an option if you want to stop smoking, just like vaping.
