Cannabis contains 100+ naturally occurring compounds called cannabinoids, and THC + CBD are just the headliners.
The rest (often called minor cannabinoids) can show up in smaller amounts, but they may still influence the overall feel of a product—especially when you’re comparing two options with similar THC.

When you smoke flower, cannabinoids enter through the lungs and effects show up quickly—often within minutes. That speed makes smoking feel controllable in the moment because you can take a small hit, pause, and decide what you need next.

But smoking also means combustion, and the CDC notes that smoke from cannabis contains many of the same toxins, irritants, and carcinogens as tobacco smoke.