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Unlike the first cannabis cologne that tFS covered, this scent isn’t meant to make you reek like herb. Also, it’s actually in production, which I hear makes a small difference.

Fresh Cannabis Santal is a new, cannabis based Eau Di Parfum. Their product description says:

This classic scent for men is a sensual, masculine blend of rich fruits like kumquat and dark plum mingled with patchouli, magnolia, chocolate, vetiver, and vanilla musk. It’s a memorable scent that leaves a lasting impression.

They might be over-stating the ‘memorable’ part a little, but still, any product that is stocked by Sephora is going to be extremely high quality. This product should help you stand out from the CK1 crowd, so pick it up and let us know what you think about it.

[via Uncrate]

In England, Cannabis is being tested against the progression of Multiple Sclerosis - a disease that erratically degenerates parts of the central nervous system. Everyone in the medical marijuana community knows that cannabis lessens the symptons of MS, but the question here is whether it can also slow the disease’ progression.

The trials are being funded by a $3.8 million grant that specifically targets the effect of THC and its role in protecting nerve cells. Professor John Zajicek, of the Peninsula Medical School had this to say:

This trial will build on our previous study which, coupled with our work in the laboratory, suggested that THC could have a protective effect on nerves.

Multiple Sclerosis is a very unpredictable disease. Currently there are few medicines which are effective in treating MS and none have been shown to have any effect in the progressive stages of the disease.

The further implications of this trial, if they prove to be effective, will have far reaching implications for anyone with nuerodegenerative conditions. This hits especially close to home for me, as my Godmother has been confined to a wheelchair for over 4 years due to this disease. Anything that improves her (and many others) ability to live a fuller, happier life is something worth looking into.

[via BBC]

Welcome to the first installment of a re-occurring series for tFS - the Top 10. Kind of trendy? Probably, but there’s some cool shit out there and this is as good a way as any to show it all off.

This week’s Top 10 is devoted to the odd & unusual products out there. Yes, everyone knows about bongs, blunts, papers, grinders, scales and whatever else you see at the local headshop. Today, however, we’re looking at the random, unusual, eccentric and even completely useless products that are floating around the smokosphere (you heard it here first). What started out as basic products for enjoying the simple pleasure of smoking has morphed into one-offs and completely unique products that manufacturers hope will get your attention.

Seriously though, I never have and I doubt I ever will see someone shooting at the local pub with these dart flights. This is an example of creating a product for the wrong age demographic, but still, it’s nice to know they exist.