If you’re interested in starting vaping, you’re going to want to learn more about what tobacco e-liquid does and how it works. This means looking into the basics of e-liquid. This article will cover exactly that- from nicotine levels, VG/PG ratios, and nicotine concentrations all the way up to which factors can lower an e-juice’s quality and overall value.
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Nicotine Levels (with percentages)
Nicotine is an optional part of vaping, meaning you can choose whether or not you’d like to vape with it. The majority of e-liquids are made up of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG), which create the “base” for any e-juice blend. A small percentage of e-liquids are 100% VG, meaning they have no PG at all. However, most commercial varieties rely on a combination of these two ingredients to create the flavor and vapor production you desire.
Nicotine Concentrations (in milligrams)
If you choose to vape with nicotine, you can purchase e-liquids with different concentrations of this substance. There are four common categories to choose from:
These numbers represent the amount of nicotine per milliliter (ml) in an e-liquid. For example, a 12mg e-liquid contains 12mg of nicotine in every 1ml. So if you have a 3ml bottle, it contains 36mg of nicotine.
These numbers represent the amount of nicotine per milliliter (ml) in an e-liquid. For example, a 12mg e-liquid contains 12mg of nicotine in every 1ml. So if you have a 3ml bottle, it contains 36mg of nicotine.
FAQs About Vaping
Will vaping help me quit smoking? Probably not. The National Institute for Health has an article which states that “Studies thus far have not provided evidence that electronic cigarettes can be used as a form of tobacco cessation” and that “Marketing for these products may make them a helpful adjunct to other forms of treatment but should not replace more proven therapies.”
1. Is vaping cheaper than smoking?
It all depends on your preferences, as e-liquids come in many different sizes and flavors. A small e-juice bottle containing just 0.3ml can cost around $5, whereas a large bottle containing 120ml can be as low as $20. If you assume both bottles have the same amount of nicotine (of which 12mg in every 1ml), the vaping option will save you about $2 per day if you vape constantly. You can also save more by vaping at different nicotine concentrations, as explained above.
2. What is the most popular kind of electronic cigarette?
The answer to this question would be a personal preference as there are many different versions on the market that vary in popularity and quality. However, if we were to pick one that seems to be the most popular, it would have to be Gamucci electronic cigarettes. They are available in both disposable and rechargeable styles, with or without nicotine. The only downside is that you will have to buy them from a third-party retailer as they are not sold in-store in many places.
3. Can I vape indoors?
This answer all depends on where you are. If you are in a country where smoking indoors is illegal, you can probably vape without being too concerned about the consequences. However, if the law states that smoking indoors is fine, people who do not smoke will generally not appreciate your vaping. Most places have certain areas for smokers where it’s acceptable to vape and others where it’s not, so do keep this in mind.
4. Can I get an electronic cigarette without nicotine?
Technically yes, but it may prove difficult to find one that is 100% VG (the common alternative for vapers who don’t use nicotine) as 100% VG e-liquids are either not readily available or more expensive than PG/VG mixes. A 0% nicotine e-liquid is more common, and on average, they contain 3mg of nicotine per 1ml, so if you have a 3ml bottle, that means there is no nicotine at all.
