Best CBD Shops in St. Louis

How to Shop for CBD in St. Louis: Tips on Choosing Safe & Effective Products

Because the CBD industry is new and not strictly regulated, you should check for certain characteristics when walking into a local store to verify its trustworthiness. 

• Does the CBD shop have all permits and licenses required to sell CBD?
• Is there a wide selection of products so you can find a solution that meets your needs?
• Does the shop look clean and well-maintained?
• Has an independent laboratory done reports on the products?
• Does staff answer questions in a professional, helpful manner? Are they willing to explain things you don't understand? Are they familiar with the products they sell and willing to advise on them?

Aside from the professionalism of the shop, you should also check the CBD products themselves before purchasing them:

• No matter what CBD product you choose, it should come in sealed packaging with the ingredients and details printed on it. 
• Reputable shops and sellers will have the THC concentration clearly listed on every product they sell. Usually, CBD products will have less than 0.3%, and if the amount isn't listed or is above the standard amount, be wary. CBD has many health benefits, while THC causes intoxication.
• Verify the source of the CBD used in the product. Where is the grower located? Colorado is often considered to produce the most high-quality products, while if it is imported from overseas, it isn't subject to state or federal testing. Check to see if the grower has a positive reputation within the industry. Sometimes searching online will turn up results as well. Many companies will have information on their website on how they cultivate, process, and extract their CBD. 
• Review the Certificate of Analysis from the independent laboratory that tested the product. The report should list specific information, including confirmation of the THC concentration and a report on any contaminates found.