More than CBD
Our full-spectrum extract is described as containing cannabinoids including CBD, CBDA, CBDV, CBG, CBN and CBC. Their actual levels should be checked on the relevant batch laboratory report.
THE PLANT & THE PROCESS
What is Cold Press CBD
From the plant itself to the different ways its natural compounds are extracted, discover what makes each approach unique.
Our full-spectrum CBD oil is made using a cold-pressed extraction approach from EU-grown hemp. Cold pressing is associated with lower-temperature processing rather than relying on the high-pressure CO₂ or ethanol-solvent methods described below.
Our extract is described as not decarboxylated or winterised. Decarboxylation converts acidic cannabinoids such as CBDA into their neutral forms, while winterisation is a refining step commonly used to remove waxes and other components.
We like this approach because it puts the emphasis on the plant and avoids some additional refining stages. That doesn't mean every natural compound is guaranteed to remain, or that all other extraction methods are inferior. The finished oil and its laboratory results are what matter.
Cold-pressed extract or hemp seed oil?
They're not the same thing. Hemp seed oil can be used as a carrier oil, while a cannabinoid-rich hemp extract supplies the CBD and other cannabinoids. Always check the ingredients on the finished bottle.
WHAT FULL SPECTRUM MEANS
It's not just about CBD.
Full spectrum means looking beyond CBD alone to the wider range of compounds associated with the hemp plant. The precise profile varies from batch to batch.
Terpenes & flavonoids
Hemp naturally contains aromatic terpenes and plant flavonoids. Which compounds remain in a finished extract, and in what quantities, depends on the material and processing.
The bigger picture
Full spectrum is about a broader plant-compound profile, not a guarantee of a particular effect. We encourage customers to look at the ingredients, cannabinoid amounts and laboratory evidence.
CBD isolate is purified CBD; broad-spectrum extracts generally contain several cannabinoids with THC reduced or removed. Full-spectrum products may contain trace controlled cannabinoids, subject to applicable law.
EXTRACTION METHODS COMPARED
Different methods. Different choices.
There's more than one way to extract compounds from hemp. Here's a straightforward look at the different processes and why we've chosen to focus on cold pressing.
MethodHow it worksWhat makes it different
Cold-pressed extract OUR CHOSEN APPROACHA cold-pressed process is used to produce our hemp extract. Our extract is also described as not decarboxylated or winterised.We favour an approach that avoids those particular refining steps and keeps the focus on a broad plant profile. Exact retention is verified through testing, not the method name alone.
CO₂ extractionUses carbon dioxide under carefully controlled pressure and temperature to separate compounds from hemp.Offers precise control over what is extracted. Depending on the desired product, further processing may be used. CO₂ extraction is not inherently less safe or lower quality.
Ethanol extractionUses food-grade ethanol to dissolve and collect plant compounds, followed by removal of the ethanol.Can extract a wide range of compounds efficiently. Solvent removal and suitable testing are important parts of making the finished extract.
This is a comparison of production approaches, not a ranking of purity, safety or health benefits. Processing details and batch testing determine the characteristics of the finished product.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Know what's in your bottle.
Whether you choose cold pressed, CO₂ or ethanol-extracted CBD, the label and evidence behind it matter.
Batch-matched laboratory reportLook for a report linked to the actual batch of your product, showing cannabinoid levels and appropriate contaminant testing.
Carrier oil & ingredientsCheck whether the finished oil uses hemp seed oil, MCT oil or another carrier, and whether other ingredients have been added.
CBD amount, not just a percentageCompare milligrams of CBD per bottle, bottle volume and the test results. Total cannabinoids and CBD-only content are not necessarily the same.
UK rules & traceabilityCheck the applicable novel food position, controlled-cannabinoid limits and other UK product requirements. A claim of “below 0.2% THC” alone does not establish UK legality.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Good questions deserve clear answers.
Why has Nature's No.1 chosen cold-pressed CBD?
We value a full-spectrum approach and an extract described as not decarboxylated or winterised. It's a choice about processing philosophy, not a claim that other properly made CBD oils are unsafe or ineffective.
What does “not decarboxylated” mean?
Decarboxylation converts acidic cannabinoids, such as CBDA, into neutral forms such as CBD. Our extract is described as not having undergone a separate decarboxylation step; the batch report is the best guide to its actual cannabinoid profile.
What does “not winterised” mean?
Winterisation is a refining step commonly used to remove waxes and certain other components. Our extract is described as not winterised, although that doesn't guarantee every original plant compound remains.
Is cold pressing always better than CO₂ or ethanol extraction?
No single extraction method guarantees a better oil. Each has advantages, and the quality of the hemp, production controls, finished formulation and laboratory testing all matter.
Is hemp seed oil the same as full-spectrum CBD oil?
No. Hemp seed oil is usually a carrier or food oil. Cannabinoid-rich hemp extract is a separate ingredient; a finished CBD oil can contain both.
Does full spectrum contain THC, and is it legal in the UK?
Full-spectrum extracts may contain trace THC or other controlled cannabinoids. UK compliance depends on the finished product and applicable rules, not simply a THC percentage printed on a label.
Can CBD treat a medical condition?
CBD foods and supplements should not be promoted as treating or curing medical conditions. If you take medication or have a medical question, speak with an appropriate healthcare professional.
Educational information only, not medical advice. Product-specific manufacturing claims should be checked against the current specification and batch laboratory results. UK legal compliance cannot be established from an extraction-method description alone.
