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Aimee O'Driscoll
Aimee O'Driscoll
Aimee is a freelance writer and editor based outside Toronto. She holds a degree in Medicinal Chemistry and was a chemist for a multinational cosmetics company for almost ten years. Aimee has a passion for educating readers by breaking down complex science and technology topics.

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    Are cannabis drinks here to stay?

    Aimee O'Driscoll - Published on July 11, 2022

    The weed drinks market is slowly gaining more steam, but it’s got a long way to go before it competes with booze.

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  • Anatomy of a vape pen

    Aimee O'Driscoll - Published on May 21, 2020

    Vaping is becoming more popular as a way of consuming cannabis. Check out Leafly’s explainer on how a standard cannabis vape pen works.

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  • What is hydrocarbon extraction and what cannabis products come from it?

    Aimee O'Driscoll - Published on May 6, 2020

    Ever wonder how the cannabis plant gets broken down into an extract? Check out our guide on how cannabis extraction is done using hydrocarbons, typically butane and propane.

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  • cannabis potency testing, marijuana testing

    Why you should read the label on your cannabis product

    Aimee O'Driscoll - Published on April 30, 2020

    Testing ensures that cannabis products are safe, and it also tells you about potency, and cannabinoid and terpene levels. Not having a test is a red flag. Here’s what to look out for on a cannabis product label.

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  • cannabis concentrates, how to make full spectrum extracts, what is full spectrum

    What are full-spectrum cannabis extracts and how are they made?

    Aimee O'Driscoll - Published on March 13, 2020

    Full-spectrum extracts maintain the full profile of a cannabis plant, giving you the full benefits of the entourage effect. Check out how they’re made.

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  • cannabis concentrates

    When you should worry about leftover solvents in cannabis oil

    Aimee O'Driscoll - Published on January 29, 2020

    There may be trace amounts of solvents in your cannabis concentrates after the purging process. Here’s how to tell what’s too much.

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