As the name indicates, shatter has a hard, smooth, glass-like consistency. This consistency of extract breaks easily into shards and is often referred to as being 'stable'. Shatter is typically translucent (for those who place an importance on clarity) and very visual appealing. However, because shatter breaks so easily, it is arguably least forgiving to work with of all consistencies. A simple tap with your dabber may send shards of concentrate flying across the room, which is why we recommend using shatter in the comfort of your own home to prevent losing your stash. Many prefer to dab shatter as it can be difficult to load into certain vaporizers, but that’s not to say you can’t vaporize it. It will be difficult to twax the exterior of a joint or blunt with the brittle concentrate; therefore, we suggest putting it inside the joint or blunt when rolling. When using shatter for edibles, make sure that you activate the cannabinoids via decarboxylation before combining with oil or butter. For reference, concentrates with the shatter consistency can be converted to budder by simply whipping the concentrate on a hot plate. Pro Tip: For easier handling, warm the tip of your dabber before sticking it into the shatter to break off a dab.