Although fairly young, the e-cig industry is already massive. Countless ex-smokers have already switched to this healthier nicotine delivery method. As we move into the future, vaping is only expected to become more and more fashionable. However, some people who start vaping feel that it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. If this sounds familiar, here are a few tips to get the best possible vaping experience.
First of all, make sure you’re cleaning your cartridge and battery regularly. You may have heard the cartridge referred to as an “atomiser” “tank” or “clearomiser”. Whatever you call it, that gap between the cartridge and the battery will need cleaning fairly often. Dust and vapour residue can gather in this little space very quickly, and give your vapour a horrible taste. For this, use a little tissue, a Q-tip or something similar. Never use any soap or other cleaning product on the battery and cartridge. If residue wasn’t sullying the taste before, then soap definitely will! The frequency of cleaning your e-cig varies depending on how often you use it. Just try to get into the habit of checking the battery whenever you unscrew it for recharging.
My next tip is to buy high-quality e-liquids. I know, this might sound like a step backwards. You may have started vaping in the first place to save money you’d usually spend on cigarettes. However, going with bottom-of-the-range e-liquids is rarely a good idea. Many cheap e-liquids have been found to contain harmful chemicals and e-numbers, which will be going straight into your lungs. Most of these are imports from China, where e-liquid isn’t strictly regulated and can be produced for cheap. Aside from that, the flavour of these e-liquids is often very sub-standard. While price doesn’t always equal quality, it’s usually better to go with high-end brands like Xtc e juice. These makes are tightly regulated, not to mention having a much better taste!
Finally, avoid mixing e-liquids to begin with. This is another one for all you guys who took to vaping as a money saver. Some people like making their own e-juice, using DIY kits and flavour concentrates. Make My Vape is one example. One of the main selling points of this is that it gives you much more e-juice for a fraction of the price. The DIY route can be fantastic if you know what you’re doing. However, it rarely turns out as planned for amateurs. Many flavour concentrates which sound great together end up being a disaster. Here’s one rule of thumb for the future; cherry concentrates don’t mix with anything! There’s a lot to learn about mixing e-juice, so don’t rush into it. It’s easy to slip up, and end up with bottles and bottles of poor-tasting e liquid.
I hope these tips give you a better introduction into the world of vaping. While this advice is applicable for a lot of people, every vaper is different. Regardless of what your friends tell you, toy around with different liquids and set-ups. Soon enough, you’ll find preferences which are perfect for you!