Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) in Mason County, Kentucky: The Complete Guide by OilWell Cannabis
We know the questions you’re asking over morning coffee at The Windmill Restaurant in Maysville, or while checking your phone between shifts at the steel mill, or sitting on your porch overlooking the Ohio River after another restless night. You’ve heard the whispers about cannabis oil from a neighbor whose cousin’s friend used it, or maybe you saw something online while researching options after the doctor said the pain medication “is the best we can do.” You’re looking for straight answers about Rick Simpson Oil — what it actually is, whether it’s legal here in Mason County, and if it might help with the things that keep you up at night: the chronic back pain from years on the farm, the anxiety that’s gotten worse since the plant closed, your mother’s chemo nausea, or the PTSD your brother brought home from overseas.
We’re OilWell Cannabis, and we built this guide for you — the people of Mason County, from Maysville to Dover, from Germantown to the unincorporated communities along Route 8. We’re not here to sell you hope. We’re here to give you the most complete, honest education about RSO that exists anywhere, with every single fact grounded in peer-reviewed science and every formula published openly so you can make your own if you need to. That’s what we promised back in 2019 on ABC13 Houston, and that’s what we’re delivering to your doorstep here in Kentucky.
Who is Rick Simpson — And Why His Story Matters in Mason County
Rick Simpson was born in 1949 in Amherst, Nova Scotia, a small Canadian town not so different from the tight-knit communities here in Mason County. He wasn’t a doctor or a scientist. He was a power engineer and maintenance worker, a blue-collar tradesman who trusted his body and his instincts when the medical system failed him. In 1997, Simpson fell from scaffolding at a hospital in Moncton and suffered a serious head injury. The aftermath — persistent tinnitus, dizziness, post-concussion symptoms — mirrors what we see here in Mason County, where workplace injuries at the steel mill, on construction sites, or on family farms often leave people with chronic pain that prescription medications just don’t touch.
Simpson’s doctor refused to consider cannabis as an option. That refusal is something many Kentuckians understand all too well. Our state’s medical community has been historically conservative on cannabis, leaving patients to figure things out on their own. Simpson did exactly that. He learned about a 1974 NIH-funded study at the Medical College of Virginia that showed THC could slow tumors in mice. That study was never replicated in humans, but it sparked something in Simpson. It’s the same spark that lights up in a Mason County resident when they hear a story at the feed store about someone using cannabis oil for their cancer and decide to do their own research.
In 2003, three bumps on Simpson’s arm were diagnosed as basal cell carcinoma. Rather than pursue conventional treatment, he applied concentrated cannabis oil directly to the lesions. According to his account, they disappeared in four days. No biopsy confirmed it. No doctor documented it. No independent medical verification exists. But that personal experience — that hope in the face of a dire diagnosis — became the origin story of Rick Simpson Oil.
Important context: Simpson’s account is his personal testimony, not medical evidence. We say that clearly because people in Mason County deserve honesty, not hype. The story is historically significant as the catalyst for a global movement, but it is not proof that RSO cures cancer. Anyone in Mason County facing cancer should work with their oncologist at Maysville’s cancer center or the UK Markey Cancer Center in Lexington. RSO is not a replacement for proven treatment — it’s a complementary option that some patients choose to explore alongside their medical team.
The Traditional RSO Protocol: What It Was, Why It’s Different Now
Simpson’s protocol was designed around crude, unstandardized material. He recommended consuming 60 grams of concentrated oil over approximately 90 days. That’s an enormous amount — roughly 600 to 900 milligrams of THC per day at peak dosing. For perspective, the FDA-approved synthetic THC drug dronabinol is typically dosed at 2.5 to 20 milligrams per day. Simpson’s protocol delivered 30 to 360 times that amount.
His titration schedule started with a dose the size of half a grain of rice three times daily, doubling every four days until reaching 1 gram per day. He insisted patients would develop tolerance to the psychoactive effects within three to four weeks. He recommended taking doses at night initially to sleep through the high, and he warned against driving during the titration period.
Here’s what Simpson got right: He drew attention to cannabinoids as serious biomedical research when the world was ignoring them. He helped create the conditions for the legal cannabis industry. He believed patients should control their own medicine.
Here’s what he overstated: Encouraging patients to rely on RSO as a primary cancer treatment in place of proven therapies carries genuine harm potential. Delayed or foregone treatment for treatable cancers is a documented concern in alternative medicine. Simpson’s cure claims exceeded the evidence then, and they still do now.
The National Cancer Institute acknowledges that cannabinoids have been studied for potential anticancer effects in laboratory and animal models but does not endorse cannabis or cannabis oil as a cancer treatment. The FDA has not approved any cannabis plant product for cancer. Health Canada has never approved RSO for cancer.
Why OilWell’s RSO Is Different — And Why That Matters for Kentucky
We built our RSO formulas to solve the problems that limited Rick Simpson’s original vision while honoring his core principle: medicine should be accessible, and patients should control it.
Problem #1: Solvent Safety
Traditional RSO used naphtha or isopropyl alcohol — toxic, non-food-grade solvents that could leave harmful residues. In Mason County, where many folks are handy and might try making their own oil, this is a critical safety issue. We’ve seen home extraction accidents in Kentucky. Our approach eliminates that risk entirely. OilWell’s RSO is a formulated blend of individual cannabinoid distillates and isolates combined in a controlled environment. No solvents. No risk. Just pure, tested ingredients in organic MCT oil.
Problem #2: No Standardization
Every batch of traditional RSO was different because it depended on the starting plant material. Our sublingual oil delivers exactly 553 milligrams of total cannabinoids per milliliter, every time. Our third-party lab testing covers potency, terpenes, pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbial contaminants. Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are available on request. When you buy from us in Mason County, you know exactly what you’re getting.
Problem #3: Single-Cannabinoid Dominance
Simpson’s oil was 60-90% delta-9 THC. Our formula distributes 16,590 milligrams of total cannabinoids across seven compounds:
- CBD: 4,500 mg — for anxiety, pain, and seizure support
- CBG: 3,000 mg — for neuroprotection and inflammation
- Delta-8 THC: 6,000 mg — for pain relief with less anxiety than delta-9
- THCa: 1,500 mg — the non-psychoactive powerhouse for inflammation
- Delta-9 THC: 90 mg — minimal but present for entourage effect
- CBN: 750 mg — for sleep architecture support
- CBC: 750 mg — for neurogenesis and anti-inflammatory synergy
This multi-cannabinoid approach reflects the entourage-effect literature — the idea that cannabinoids work better together than alone. While robust clinical proof of whole-formula synergy remains limited, the pharmacological plausibility is strong enough to guide our formulation.
Problem #4: No Terpenes
Traditional RSO destroyed terpenes through heat and solvent. We preserve live terpenes at 5% with a specific seven-terpene profile:
- Limonene (citrus-bright) — mood elevation
- Myrcene — relaxation
- Caryophyllene — pepper/spice, activates CB2 receptors
- Pinene — forest-fresh, mental clarity
- Linalool — lavender calm
- Humulene — earthy, anti-inflammatory
- Terpinolene — piney/fruity complexity
If you’ve ever walked through the Daniel Boone National Forest and smelled the pine, you know pinene. If you’ve peeled an orange from the farmers market in Maysville, you know limonene. These terpenes make the experience richer and potentially more effective.
Problem #5: Psychoactivity Control
Traditional RSO was always psychoactive. We give you the choice. Our sublingual oil contains 1,500 mg of THCa in its raw, non-psychoactive form. You decide:
- Use it raw (no heat) for daytime anti-inflammatory benefits with zero impairment. Perfect for working at the steel mill, driving the kids to school, or operating equipment on the farm.
- Decarboxylate it at home (260°F for 45-60 minutes) to convert THCa into ~1,315 mg of delta-9 THC. Combined with the existing 90 mg, you get ~1,405 mg total delta-9 THC — full psychoactive potency comparable to traditional illegal RSO, 100% legally, because you control the activation.
- Use the vape cartridge for instant decarboxylation. Every puff delivers freshly activated cannabinoids with 1-2 minute onset.
The Legal Framework: Farm Bill Compliance in Kentucky
Kentucky’s hemp program, established under the 2018 Farm Bill, makes our products legal statewide. Our RSO Sublingual Oil contains only 90 mg of delta-9 THC in the entire 30 mL bottle — 3 mg per mL, well under the 0.3% federal limit. All cannabinoids are hemp-derived.
For Mason County residents specifically: You can legally purchase, possess, and transport our products. We ship throughout Kentucky with full documentation. If you’re ordering from rural areas like Fernleaf or Orangeburg, your package arrives discreetly with COAs and receipts. No medical card required. Age 21+ only.
We also ship internationally. If you have family in Canada or Europe who need access, we can help — they accept all customs and legal responsibility, but we provide every document needed.
How Our Story Connects to Mason County Values
We weren’t born in a corporate boardroom. OilWell started when Colin Valencia’s dog Bentley was paralyzed and facing euthanasia. Colin grew up in McAllen, Texas, a border town where violence and poverty shaped his understanding of suffering. He learned to make CBD golden paste to save Bentley’s life. That paste — which we still publish for free — is the recipe that started everything.
Bentley lived another ten years. During that decade, Colin developed formulas for every age-related condition Bentley faced. Neurodegeneration taught him about CBG’s neuroprotective properties. Dementia led him to CBC’s role in neurogenesis. Arthritis forced him to create multi-pathway anti-inflammatory approaches.
This matters in Mason County because you know what it means to fight for your animals, your family, your land. We don’t just sell products. We sell solutions born from love and desperation, refined through ten years of real-world testing on a patient who couldn’t be replaced.
Colin also knows pharmaceutical dependence personally. He quit Xanax cold turkey using the same cannabinoid knowledge that saved Bentley. Our Peace Gummies formula — available in both edible and vape form — was created during midnight experiments while fighting through benzo withdrawal. He personally uses the vape for insomnia and severe PTSD. This isn’t theoretical. It’s survival.
Media Recognition: Verified Credibility
Between 2019 and 2023, ABC13 Houston featured Colin in seven news segments. No other Houston cannabis operator has that record. Five different reporters sought him out. Why? Because he tells the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable.
When Steve Campion asked, “Why would someone want to smoke that?” Colin replied, “I don’t give a sh** if it’s wrong to say you’ll get high off it. Maybe you want to get high.” That honesty on mainstream TV is why people trust us.
When Delta-8 became illegal overnight in Texas, Colin removed all products before enforcement began and warned other operators who were unknowingly shipping Schedule I narcotics. That ethical leadership is what you want from a company serving Mason County.
When President Biden announced marijuana pardons, ABC13 revealed Colin’s personal conviction history. He knows housing challenges, banking discrimination, and legal barriers because he’s lived them. That personal stake makes every product we sell more meaningful.
The Evidence: What Science Says About Each Component
CBD: Best evidence for seizures, promising for anxiety and pain, modest for sleep. Our 4,500 mg dose is substantial. If you’re dealing with epilepsy, talk to your neurologist. If it’s anxiety from job loss or chronic pain from farm work, start low (0.25 mL) and go slow.
CBG: Promising for neuroprotection and inflammation, but human evidence is limited. Our 3,000 mg inclusion is based on preclinical data showing potential for IBS, Crohn’s, and neurodegenerative conditions. If you’re a veteran with PTSD-related gut issues, this may help — but it’s not proven.
Delta-8 THC: Psychoactive but less anxiety-inducing than delta-9. Our 6,000 mg dose is significant. For Mason County residents dealing with chronic pain who want to avoid the paranoia delta-9 can cause, this is a middle ground. But it’s still THC — it will show up on drug tests.
THCa: Non-psychoactive until heated. Our 1,500 mg preserves the acidic form for those who need anti-inflammatory benefits without impairment. If you’re a construction worker in Maysville who can’t be high on the job, use it raw. If you’re home for the evening and need full relief, decarb it.
Delta-9 THC: Minimal at 90 mg total, but present for entourage effect. This keeps the product Farm Bill compliant while still delivering THC’s benefits when combined with other cannabinoids.
CBN: Marketed for sleep, but evidence is weak. Our 750 mg provides 25 mg per mL at full dose — above the threshold some studies suggest may help sleep architecture. If you’re a Mason County farmer whose mind races at night, this might help, but manage expectations.
CBC: Most under-researched in our formula. The 750 mg inclusion is based on preclinical neurogenesis and anti-inflammatory data. It’s a bet on future research, not a proven therapy.
Terpenes: The sensory experience matters. Limonene (citrus) may elevate mood on a gray Kentucky winter day. Caryophyllene (pepper) activates CB2 receptors for additional anti-inflammatory effect. Linalool (lavender) may calm anxiety before a stressful family event. These effects are plausible, not proven.
Condition-Specific Guidance for Mason County
Chemo Support (for patients at Markey Cancer Center or local oncology):
- Pre-chemo: 0.5-1.0 mL sublingual 1 hour before
- Breakthrough nausea: 2-3 vape puffs
- Post-chemo: 0.5 mL every 6 hours
- Sleep: 1.0-2.0 mL before bed (delivers 25-50 mg CBN)
Chronic Pain (farm injuries, steel mill work, arthritis):
- Daytime: 0.3-0.5 mL raw sublingual (no impairment)
- Nighttime: 0.5-1.0 mL decarboxylated sublingual
- Breakthrough: Vape as needed
Sleep Issues (common in rural Kentucky):
- Before bed: 1.0-2.0 mL sublingual
- The 2.0 mL dose delivers 50 mg CBN — the amount studied in recent sleep research
PTSD/Anxiety (veterans, trauma survivors):
- Daytime: 0.3 mL raw sublingual (CBD + CBG, no high)
- Nighttime: 1.0 mL sublingual (full profile + CBN)
General Rule: Start at 0.25-0.5 mL. Wait 2-3 hours. Adjust. Everyone in Mason County metabolizes differently.
How to Order in Mason County
Online: Visit oilwellcbd.com — our PANDEM1C SEO system (14 million locations, 300+ AI models) ensures Mason County residents find us easily when searching “RSO near me” or “THCa Kentucky.”
Phone: (832) 416-2816. We’ll answer your questions directly — no scripts, no call centers.
Email: [email protected]
Delivery: We ship to all Mason County addresses via USPS Priority Mail (2-3 days) or UPS/FedEx Ground (3-5 days). Your package arrives discreetly — no cannabis branding visible.
Local Pickup: Not available in Mason County yet, but we’re working on partnerships with Kentucky hemp retailers. Stay tuned.
The Mason County Perspective: Why This Matters Now
Kentucky’s agricultural heritage is built on tobacco. As that market declined, farmers turned to hemp — a crop that grows beautifully in our soil and climate. The 2018 Farm Bill opened doors, but misinformation flooded in behind them. We’re here to cut through that noise for Mason County.
If you’re a fifth-generation farmer in Orangeburg dealing with chronic back pain from decades of physical labor, you deserve to know that delta-8 THC may relieve your pain without the opioid risks that have devastated Kentucky communities. If you’re a veteran in Maysville struggling with PTSD and benzo dependence, you deserve to know that Colin quit Xanax using these same formulas. If you’re a cancer patient driving two hours to Lexington for treatment, you deserve to know that our sublingual oil can be shipped directly to your rural route address with full documentation for your medical team.
We don’t have a storefront in Mason County. But we have something better: a direct line to Houston-based expertise, seven years of media-verified credibility, and formulas published openly so you’re never dependent on us alone. That’s the Mason County way — self-reliant, informed, and community-minded.
Final Thoughts from Colin
Back in 2019, sitting in that ABC13 studio, I said: “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil. I’m not trying to sell people hope. But there’s enough research out there that people just need to know and try and have the best possible version to base their opinions off of to give it a fair shot as to whether it’s right or wrong for them.”
That’s still true today, whether you’re in Houston, Texas or Mason County, Kentucky. We’ve published every formula. We’ve cited every study. We’ve told the truth about what works, what doesn’t, and what we’re still learning.
If you’re in Mason County and you’re ready to try, we’re ready to help. If you can’t afford our products, use our recipes. If you need guidance, call us. If you’re working with a doctor at the UK Markey Cancer Center or a pain clinic in Cincinnati, we’ll provide COAs and documentation.
Bentley’s story started this company. Your story could be the one that shows these formulas work in the real world, where it matters most — not in a lab, but in a living room in Mason County, Kentucky.
Order today: oilwellcbd.com
Questions? (832) 416-2816 or [email protected]
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Visit us: 810 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77006 (Montrose neighborhood) — same-day delivery available to Houston Medical Center, Inner Loop, and Greater Houston
Legal Notice: These products contain hemp-derived cannabinoids with less than 0.3% delta-9 THC by dry weight, compliant with the 2018 Farm Bill. THCa converts to delta-9 THC when heated. Customers are responsible for understanding and complying with Kentucky state and Mason County local laws. These products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before use. Do not operate vehicles or machinery while under the influence of psychoactive cannabinoids. Keep out of reach of children. Individual results may vary. Void where prohibited by law.
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