Bisabolol cannabis terpene: aroma, taste, effect & impact

Bisabolol is a notable terpene in the cannabis plant that is best known for its calming, anti-inflammatory and skin-nourishing properties. It plays a role in the entourage effect with cannabinoids such as THC and is often found in calming, body-focused strains. Its effect is similar to linalool, but it is chemically more stable and is also used in natural cosmetics. In this article you can find out all about the smell, effect and medicinal potential of bisabolol. Back to terpenes in cannabis.

Bisabolol: What is it?

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Bisabolol (also known as α-bisabolol or levomenol) is a monoterpene alcohol with a mild, floral fragrance. It is known from chamomile and is valued in skin care for its soothing properties. It is less common in cannabis, but is of great pharmacological interest.

Typical strains with a lot of bisabolol are Headband, Harle-Tsu, Pink Kush or Canna-Tsu.

• Also found in chamomile and sage
• Soothing, anti-inflammatory, protective
• Used in natural cosmetics, ointments and cannabis

Bisabolol in cannabis profiles

In cannabis strains with a relaxing effect (e.g. indica-heavy cultivars), bisabolol is usually found in smaller quantities – but even low concentrations have a significant influence on the effect and scent profile.

Odor and aroma of bisabolol

Bisabolol exudes a soft, floral, almost honey-like scent. It is often described as pleasant, calming and warm and gives cannabis a subtle sweetness.

• Aroma: floral, sweetish, honey-like
• Associations: Chamomile, lavender, beeswax
• Gives varieties a mild, pleasant note

Sensory significance

The aroma of bisabolol has a relaxing and pleasantly soft effect on many consumers. In combination with other calming terpenes such as myrcene or linalool, it enhances the sedative effect.

Effect of bisabolol

Studies have shown that bisabolol has anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving and antioxidant effects. It is also being investigated for its possible antimicrobial and antitumor effects.

• Anti-inflammatory & pain-relieving
• Supports skin regeneration
• Possible antimicrobial properties

Medical relevance

Bisabolol is used in pharmaceutical ointments, creams and inhalants. In cannabis therapy, it could play a role for patients with skin problems, inflammation or anxiety. It also shows potential for gastrointestinal diseases.

Similar terpenes

These terpenes are similar to bisabolol in terms of effect or fragrance:

• Linalool: calming, floral, anxiolytic
• Myrcene: earthy, sedative, relaxing
• Caryophyllene: spicy, anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving

Terpenes?! Where are they actually?

Terpenes can be found on the flower of the cannabis plant – in the resin glands, the so-called trichomes:

1. Pistils – small hairs
2. Trichomes – resin heads with active ingredients
3. Terpenes – are found in the trichomes

Whether a strain has a relaxing or activating effect depends heavily on the terpene profile. The combination with cannabinoids such as THC or CBD intensifies the effects through the entourage effect.

Terpenes in cannabis

The world of terpenes is huge: over 150 different compounds have been found in the cannabis plant. Around 20 of them regularly occur in relevant concentrations and influence taste, scent and effect. Find out more about the most important terpenes:

• Terpenes in cannabis