Animal Face
Also known as: Animal Face #10, Animal Face #1
Breeder: Seed Junky Genetics (JBeezy)
Animal Face is an elite clone-only cultivar from Seed Junky Genetics that pairs the piney, fuel-soaked potency of Face Off OG with Animal Mints' cookie-dough sweetness and resin production. It delivers a fast-hitting cerebral rush that transitions into full mind-and-body numbness. The strain was never officially released as feminized seed by Seed Junky; all authentic cuts trace back to clone distribution. Fig Farms' phenotype won 1st Place Indoor Flower at the 2022 Emerald Cup, and the strain is widely regarded as one of the best modern OG-lineage washers for solventless extraction. Animal Face represents the pinnacle of modern OG-style breeding. Face Off OG contributes a nearly psychedelic, euphoric rush so intense that users describe it as face-melting, while Animal Mints adds the refined, minty sweetness and balanced body relaxation that keeps the experience from becoming overwhelming. The resulting effects are intensely cerebral with powerful euphoria, mental alertness, and a numbing body buzz. This is a strain for experienced consumers; novice users may find the potency overwhelming. The buds are predominantly lime green with occasional olive and dark tones in late flower, coated in a thick, greasy layer of trichomes. The strain has rapidly become a connoisseur favorite and has been used extensively in modern breeding programs.
Lineage & Genetics
Cross: Face Off OG x Animal Mints
Face Off OG: an OG Kush phenotype rumored to have been discovered by Archive Seed Bank from a unique bag seed. Known for dizzying mental euphoria, melting body stone, and an intense pine-fuel nose. Animal Mints: a Seed Junky Genetics hybrid (likely GSC x SinMint Cookies, created in collaboration with Cookies) renowned for heavy relaxation, minty-fruity cookie aroma, and exceptional trichome coverage.
Lineage Dispute
No dispute on the cross itself. Animal Mints parentage is debated: most sources cite GSC x SinMint Cookies (Seed Junky x Cookies collab), but some claim Thin Mint Cookies x Fire OG x Blue Power. Indica/sativa ratio varies widely by source — SeedFinder and most clone vendors say sativa-dominant (~70–80%), Rythm's breeder cut is marketed indica-dominant (~60/40). Likely pheno-dependent.
Terpene Profile
Caryophyllene —
Myrcene —
Limonene —
Pinene —
Humulene —
Linalool —
Aroma: Intensely pungent diesel fuel and turpentine on the open, backed by sharp pine needles and earthy musk. Underneath sits a sweet mint-cookie-dough layer inherited from Animal Mints, with subtle nutty and citrus undertones. Emerald Cup tasting notes described the profile as 'OG & Gas' with hits of kiwi and paint thinner. Extremely loud — fills a room.
Flavor: Gassy, fuel-forward front end with peppery spice from the caryophyllene; mid-palate brings sweet cookie dough and nutty earthiness; exhale finishes with fresh pine needles and a menthol-citrus kick. Smooth despite the intensity, owing to the Animal Mints parentage.
Effects & Experience
Onset: Fast-acting — cerebral rush within minutes. Users report an immediate surge of euphoria and mental clarity that borders on pseudo-psychedelic at higher doses.
Opens with intense head-high energy and creative focus, then transitions into a full-body numbing warmth. Mind feels pleasantly blank and worry-free while the body melts into deep relaxation. Despite the power, many users report staying functional — one Leafly reviewer noted running a 5K after smoking it. The Rythm cut leans heavier and more sedating.
Duration: Long-lasting — 2–3+ hours. The cerebral peak tapers into a sustained, mellow body buzz.
Commonly Reported Uses
Grower's Notes
Animal Face is a sativa-dominant hybrid (approximately 70 to 80% sativa / 20 to 30% indica) bred by Seed Junky Genetics (JBeezy) from Face Off OG crossed with Animal Mints (Animal Cookies x SinMint Cookies). The strain combines the legendary knockout potency and piney, fuel-heavy terpene profile of Face Off OG with the complex, minty cookie-dough flavor and balanced effects of Animal Mints. THC levels routinely test between 25% and 30%, making it one of the most potent hybrids available commercially.
Flowering Time and Harvest
Indoors, Animal Face flowers in 9 to 10 weeks (63 to 70 days). Indoor yields are high, ranging from 450 to 550 grams per square meter (approximately 1 to 2 ounces per square foot). Outdoors, flowering typically completes by the end of September, producing 600 to 750 grams per plant under optimal conditions. The plant grows to 100 to 140 cm indoors with significant stretching during early flower.
Growth Structure and Training
The most critical cultivation consideration with Animal Face is managing its aggressive stretch. The plant routinely doubles to triples in height (2.0x to 3.0x stretch) during the first two to three weeks after flipping to 12/12. Growers must either flip earlier than usual or top multiple times during vegetation to control vertical growth. SCROG and LST are strongly recommended to create an even canopy and maximize light distribution across the numerous bud sites that develop along its long, running colas.
Nutrient Management
This strain has a high EC (electrical conductivity) tolerance and responds well to aggressive feeding. Ramp up nutrient concentrations during weeks three through six to maximize bud swelling. A robust feeding schedule with increased phosphorus during mid-to-late flower supports the heavy resin production this strain is known for. Calcium and magnesium supplementation is important throughout flowering to prevent deficiencies that show up as early yellowing.
Environment and Climate
Environmental control becomes critical from week six onward. The bud structure features sativa-leaning spears that are dense but can display slight foxtailing, typical of high-end OG genetics. These dense colas create moisture pockets that invite botrytis if airflow is inadequate. Maintain strict humidity control at 40 to 50% and provide high airflow during the final three to four weeks of flowering. Monitor trichome development closely, aiming for milky white trichomes with a touch of amber for peak potency.
Drying and Curing
Post-harvest, proper drying and a slow cure are essential. The complex terpene profile includes caryophyllene, myrcene, and limonene. The aroma is intensely gassy, with diesel fuel, turpentine, and pine dominating the nose, rounded out by a sweet mint cookie dough undertone. A rushed dry or cure will lose the volatile terpenes that make this strain special. Hang dry in a climate-controlled room for 10 to 14 days, then jar cure for a minimum of three weeks.
Wash and Extraction
Animal Face is particularly valued for solventless extraction. The resin is greasy, abundant, and full of volatile terpenes, producing phenomenal returns in both bubble hash and rosin. Seed availability has historically been limited since Seed Junky Genetics did not widely release seeds, making verified clones the primary propagation method.
History & Origin
Bred by Seed Junky Genetics founder JBeezy, who crossed his personal Face Off OG clone with pollen from a male Animal Mints plant. The goal was to fuse Face Off OG's piney-fuel aroma and knockout potency with Animal Mints' cookie terpene complexity and resin output. Animal Face was never released as feminized seed by Seed Junky — it circulates as clone-only, with select licensed cultivators (Fig Farms, Rythm/GTI, Carmel, etc.) growing it commercially. Fig Farms hunted their winning phenotype from seed and took 1st Place Indoor Flower at the 2022 Emerald Cup, cementing Animal Face as one of the defining cultivars of the early 2020s gas renaissance.
Awards & Recognition
- ●1st Place Indoor Flower — 2022 Emerald Cup (grown by Fig Farms)
- ●1st Place Flower — The Emerald Cup 2022 (grown by Fig Farms)
- ●Runner-up — Leafly Strain of the Year 2022
Notable Crosses
Strains bred using Animal Face as a parent:
Frequently Asked Questions
7 common questions about Animal Face
What is Animal Face and what are its genetics?
Animal Face is a hybrid cannabis strain (Sativa-dominant (~70–80% Sativa / 20–30% Indica); some dispensary cuts (Rythm) label indica-dominant — pheno-dependent) bred by Seed Junky Genetics (JBeezy). It is a cross of Face Off OG x Animal Mints, testing at 25–30% THC. Animal Face is an elite clone-only cultivar from Seed Junky Genetics that pairs the piney, fuel-soaked potency of Face Off OG with Animal Mints' cookie-dough sweetness and resin production. It delivers a fast-hitting cerebral rush that transitions into full mind-and-body numbness.
What does Animal Face smell and taste like?
Animal Face's dominant terpenes are Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Limonene. The aroma is described as intensely pungent diesel fuel and turpentine on the open, backed by sharp pine needles and earthy musk. underneath sits a sweet mint-cookie-dough layer inherited from animal mints, with subtle nutty and citrus undertones. emerald cup tasting notes described the profile as 'og & gas' with hits of kiwi and paint thinner. extremely loud — fills a room.. The flavor profile features gassy, fuel-forward front end with peppery spice from the caryophyllene; mid-palate brings sweet cookie dough and nutty earthiness; exhale finishes with fresh pine needles and a menthol-citrus kick. smooth despite the intensity, owing to the animal mints parentage..
What are the effects of Animal Face?
Fast-acting — cerebral rush within minutes. Users report an immediate surge of euphoria and mental clarity that borders on pseudo-psychedelic at higher doses. Opens with intense head-high energy and creative focus, then transitions into a full-body numbing warmth. Mind feels pleasantly blank and worry-free while the body melts into deep relaxation. Duration is typically long-lasting — 2–3+ hours. the cerebral peak tapers into a sustained, mellow body buzz.. Commonly reported uses include Stress relief, Anxiety, Depression, Pain management.
How hard is Animal Face to grow?
Animal Face is rated intermediate-advanced difficulty. It flowers in 9-10 weeks, reaches medium-tall (100-140 cm) in height, and yields 450-550 g/m² indoors. Best suited for indoor preferred environments.
What are the parent strains of Animal Face?
Animal Face is a cross of Face Off OG and Animal Mints. Face Off OG: an OG Kush phenotype rumored to have been discovered by Archive Seed Bank from a unique bag seed. Known for dizzying mental euphoria, melting body stone, and an intense pine-fuel nose.
What strains were bred from Animal Face?
Animal Face has been used as a parent in several notable crosses, including Animal Face x Kush Mints #11, Cake Face, The Freak, Tiki Face, Toad Venom. Its genetics contribute to a wide range of modern cultivars.
Has Animal Face won any cannabis awards?
Yes. Animal Face has received recognition including 1st Place Indoor Flower — 2022 Emerald Cup (grown by Fig Farms); 1st Place Flower — The Emerald Cup 2022 (grown by Fig Farms); Runner-up — Leafly Strain of the Year 2022.
Sources & References (22)
- SeedFinder.eu — Animal Face (Seed Junky Genetics) lineage page
- Leafly — Animal Face strain page
- GetSeedsRightHere — Animal Face clone listing
- Rythm — Animal Face strain profile
- Strainpedia — Animal Face page
- Weed Seeds Express — Animal Face seeds
- Crop King Seeds — Animal Face feminized seeds
- Cannabis Business Times — Fig Farms Emerald Cup 2022 win
- Cannabis Cup Winners — Emerald Cup Awards 2022
- Grower's Notes cultivation sources:
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