Cake Face
18.9%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Cake Face effects are mostly energizing.
Cake Face potency is average.
Cake Face
18.9%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Cake Face effects are mostly energizing.
Cake Face potency is average.
Cake Face is a modern hybrid-indica strain derived from the genetics of Face/Off OG BX2. This cultivar is categorized as a moderate-difficulty grow, suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation environments. Growers can expect a 62-day flowering cycle, which culminates in a high yield.
The chemical profile of Cake Face is defined by a complex terpene hierarchy, led by limonene, followed by caryophyllene, myrcene, and linalool. The secondary and tertiary notes consist of humulene, beta-pinene, pinene, and bisabolol. This specific combination of terpenes informs the strain’s sensory experience, maintaining a chemical complexity that spans from prominent citrus notes to deeper, earthy undertones.
Patients and users typically report that Cake Face provides a balanced state of relaxation and mental focus, making it a viable option for addressing symptoms of pain, stress, and sleep disturbances. The strain is THC-dominant, testing at approximately 18.9% THC while containing negligible levels of CBD and CBG. With no recorded notable offspring to date, the strain remains a distinct selection within the current hybrid-indica landscape.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~28%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Cake Face.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parent face off og bx2
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cake Face indica or sativa?
Cake Face is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Cake Face?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Cake Face good for daytime use?
Cake Face is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.