Tips to Keep Your Marijuana Fresh For Longer

You may have heard of people talking about marijuana not having an expiration date. Well, it is true but partially. A lot of how long your stash lasts is based on the way you store it. Because marijuana can lose its potency if not kept under correct conditions. And for people who love to enjoy the flavor and taste. The bad news is that incorrect storage can take away your joy and leave you with little to no taste and flavor.

Most marijuana users are medical patients and use it to treat their health conditions. So they may take the effort to get an MMJ Card, drive to the dispensary and get their dose. However, if they fail to maintain proper storage conditions for their stash they will have a medication that is only half effective.  So yes, proper storage is important. And this is why I’m here to give you some of the most important tips that will ensure that your buds stay fresh for longer. And maintain their potency.

Let Go of Plastic 

There is a reason why this is the first tip. Because this is the most common mistake people make in storing cannabis. You may have seen most people using ziplock bags because it is convenient. Well, it is just a big mistake. Here’s why. One, your buds are at the risk of improper handling. You can easily end up crushing it which can destroy a lot of trichomes. Two. Plastic is not really effective in containing the odor. And you may end up with a room full of marijuana smell. This process also deteriorates the flavor of marijuana. Three, plastic has a tendency to create static and trap a lot of good trichomes. 
So the lesson learned here is that plastic will slowly degrade the quality of your stash.

Use Glass Instead

You may ask, if not plastic then what should I use? You should use glass containers. There several advantages of using glass instead of plastic. It will not create any static. It will also take away the risk of improper handling. And the most important point is that it will keep the odor and taste intact. Here are some tips to keep in mind while buying your glass container.

• Make sure it is airtight.
• Prefer an opaque container. 
• Keep the size in proportion to the volume of your marijuana. Size matters because your container will trap more oxygen if it is larger than the quantity of your stash. This can actually speed up the degradation process of your marijuana.

Keep it Cold, Dry and Dark

These are three of the most important steps to keep in mind. By cold, I mean to avoid exposing your stash to a warmer temperature. This also means you must keep your container in a dark place. As sunlight can cause decolorization. And also, create moisture which can lead to the growth of mold. 

Avoid Refrigeration

Most people freeze their buds to make concentrates or to slow the decarboxylation process. In such a case you must allow the buds to reach room temperature before handling as they get brittle and break off. While freezing is still acceptable. You must avoid refrigeration as the fluctuating temperatures can cause marijuana to mold. 
So, next time you get your dose of marijuana. Make sure you are following these tips and storing them correctly.