While there are a few issues with some of IrieCBD’s products we have trouble looking past, the majority of its products are top-notch products.
By far, our favorite series from IrieCBD is the CBD oil tinctures — which come pre-formulated with a variety of different herbs that help direct the effects of the CBD for a specific application. The Pain tincture comes with the potent anti-inflammatory herb devil’s claw, balance comes with peppermint & lavender, Balance comes with ashwagandha (and others), and Lifeline comes with a handful of potent antiviral and antibacterial herbs.
You can also find CBD oils specifically designed for female reproductive health, daily use, and for cats and dogs.
Overall, IrieCBD is one of our favorite CBD brands with a solid arsenal of high-quality CBD products.
Mission / Charity5/5
IrieCBD’s mission statement is both admirable and commendable, especially for wanting to bring high-quality CBD that’s geared towards the betterment of its customers and to be sustainable to the planet.
The company is also very good at giving back – it has a 2:1 Giving Program that gives one product back to the community for every two that’s bought, as well as having a scholarship for lower-income customers and a 15% military veterans discount.
Hemp Source4/5
IrieCBD sources its hemp from organic farms in North America (not certified), and tests each batch for purity and safety. All tests are posted publically on the company’s website.
Product Range4/5
IrieCBD has a decent product range with several different product types. They offer CBD topicals (for pain and cosmetics), CBD tinctures (for various different applications), and a pet oil.
While the company used to sell CBD capsules, they have since been taken off the website.
Overall, you’re going to have a good array of options to choose from unless you’re after e-liquids, or some of the more niche product types.
Innovation5/5
We have to give IrieCBD credit for some of the innovative products the company is selling. For example, we’ve never seen a CBD tincture made with devil’s claw, cat’s claw, dragons blood, or various other powerful herbs the company includes in its products.
This is an excellent move by IrieCBD and something we see as innovative in a space where the majority of CBD companies just stick to very basic formulas for its CBD oil.
Safety5/5
IrieCBD follows all the standard protocol for safety — it posts lab tests for each batch publically (checking for potency, heavy metals, pesticides, solvents, and microbial contamination), and provides clear, well-cited blog articles on how to use its products.
The company also avoids making unrealistic health claims or false advertising.
Full points in this category for IrieCBD!
Customer Service5/5
We had to reach out to the company a few times for additional information and to test the return process for IrieCBD products and found nothing wrong with the process. The website uses a handy conversation window to get in touch with staff members quickly, as well as email and phone connections.
Overall the customer service team was genuinely helpful and answered all of our questions.
IrieCBD was founded by Trevor Hill, Karen Lane, and Rick Potts in San Diego, California in 2015, offering a “unique and specialized line of tinctures” until 2017 when the company went through a total rebranding and product line expansion – this was to give the company a whole new look after a year of exponential sales growth.
Following the success of IrieCBD, Freedom Leaf, a “clean” healthcare company with dealings in the CBD market, signed a definitive asset purchase agreement in 2018 to purchase IrieCBD’s assets, trademarks, formulating equipment, formulas, and products.
In an audio interview by Stock Today Media, CEO of Freedom Leaf, Clifford Perry, stated he would keep on Rick Potts as a master formulator due to his background in being a chiropractic physician with a degree in dietary supplementation and formulation.
The company also claims to be “a socially conscious company” and “was founded on a belief that CBD should be available to all, not just those who can afford it”.
Each formula contains the same amount of CBD, and cost the same amount — the difference is in the carrier oil choice, and blend of essential oils included in the formula. For best results, you should find the product that matches your skin type.
This cream is a combination of IrieCBD’s full-spectrum hemp extract and Celadrin’s mixture of essential fatty acids. This creamy, fast-absorbing salve lubricates cell membranes and restores fluids in the skin.
Celadrin® is one of the most effective natural compounds that safely promotes flexibility and healthy joint function. Importantly, it is FDA-compliant.
IrieCBD pain CBD Tinctures are a cleverly formulated combination of CBD and other herbal extracts for targeting pain and inflammation. This product is highly recommended.
Also included is curcumin — a key component of turmeric. Research suggests that “it may help in the management of exercise-induced inflammation and muscle soreness”, as well as “help in the management of oxidative and inflammatory conditions, metabolic syndrome, arthritis, anxiety, and hyperlipidemia” [9].
Often considered the “mother” of all essential oils, lavender’s many therapeutic qualities include its calming, stress-reduction and sleep-enhancing effects. Calm pairs this essential oil powerhouse with the soothing essential oils of peppermint and lavender.
Made from organic hemp, IrieCBD tinctures optimize the plant’s naturally occurring terpenes, constituents, essential fatty acids (Omega 3, 6, 9), and phytochemicals, and infuses them with the purest ingredients.
The inclusion of monk fruit as a natural sweetener helps eliminate the bitter flavor of the oil.
IrieCBD describes this product as “a powerful tincture combining the cutting-edge science of adaptogenic herbs with the benefits of our pure full-spectrum hemp oil”.
These adaptogenic herbs include ashwagandha, holy basil, black maca, and mucuna — all of which are commonly used to support the stress-response system. Some target the hypothalamus directly, others focus on supporting the adrenal glands where the majority of our stress hormones are produced.
The essential oils of frankincense, ginger, and sandalwood have long been used by herbalists to boost mood and counteract memory loss – though it’s worth pointing out that this isn’t purely scientifically-backed.
The company has also added Nigella sativa, Uncaria tomentosa (cat’s claw), and Croton lechleri (dragon’s blood) that “has been found antioxidant, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory effects”.
This product is formulated specifically to support female reproductive health. It contains herbs like fennel that are popular for supporting hormone fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle and oats — which have powerful anti-inflammatory and calming actions. Both of these herbs have been used to help manage pain, inflammation, and irregular hormone cycles in women for thousands of years.
The addition of CBD amplifies the pain-killing and anti0inflammatory effects of the formula.
This blend is formulated to provide animals with the most powerful health benefits of a full-spectrum hemp extract. Infused with cod liver oil, which provides fat-soluble vitamins A and D, as well as omega 3 fatty acids in a bio-available form — this tincture is designed to keep fur shiny and tails wagging.
Key Ingredients:
Hemp seed oil
Full-spectrum hemp extract
Cod liver oil
Astaxanthin
Vitamin E oil
What Does IrieCBD Do Well?
1. 2:1 Giving Program
IrieCBD’s generous 2:1 Giving Program, where the company donates one product for every two that are sold, is impressive and something we can definitely get behind. It’s always great to see a company taking the initiative and giving back to those who need it most.
2. Suitable for Beginners
IrieCBD’s products have low enough strengths for beginners. All of its tinctures start at a beginner-friendly 250 mg and its capsules start at a low-medium strength of 300 mg – however, if you’re looking for something a little stronger, you can try the oils in a 500 mg option.
IrieCBD’s Shipping & Return Policy
IrieCBD has two separate pages for its Shipping Policy and Refund Policy, both of which offer a fair amount of information on your order(s), shipping, and returns.
The company ships orders using USPS domestically to all US states and territories including Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Alaska. International shipping is also available and will incur additional shipping charges above normal domestic shipping — it’s worth making sure you know your country’s CBD laws before purchasing.
Domestic shipping generally takes 3-5 business days. International shipping can take anywhere between 10-14 depending on your country of residence. Orders placed before 1pm Pacific Time will be shipped the next working day.
The company has a 30-day money-back guarantee if you’re not fully satisfied with your product.
Final Verdict: A Popular brand With Clever CBD Oil Formulas
IrieCBD is one of the most popular brands we’ve reviewed. They’ve been around since 2014 which makes them one of. the oldest CBD companies in the business (most only popped up within the last 2 years).
The company offers a broad range of products to choose from— covering categories like topical pain-relief, cosmetics, pet products, and CBD tinctures with custom formulas depending on what you intend on using CBD for.
This latter category is what we find most impressive about IrieCBD. They offer several formulas made with other powerful herbs to make the overall effects of the CBD oil even more effective. Herbs like devil’s claw, cat’s claw, turmeric, lavender, mucuna, and more make these tinctures exceptionally potent for their intended use.
Overall, we highly recommend IrieCBD as a go-to source for CBD products.
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