The Beginners Guide to E-Cigs and Vaping
Whether you have been a devout cigarette smoker for years or you have been using tobacco for only a few months, you are ready to make the switch from traditional cigarettes to e-cigs.
Maybe you have read articles that show how vaping and e-cigs is a healthier alternative — for example, WebMD references studies that show how smokers could live substantially longer if they embrace e-cigs over tobacco. Or perhaps you are tired of smelling like smoke and want to give vaping a try.
No matter the reason that you are transitioning from cigarettes to vaping, the following tips can help make the switch as smooth as possible.
Not All Vape Liquids Are Created the Same
As you start to shop for your vape and related supplies including vape liquid, please know that not all e-liquids contain the same strength of nicotine. As Digital Trends notes, vape liquid usually comes in levels 3, 6, 12, 18 and 24 mg. There is also vape liquid that you can buy that contains no nicotine at all, but for most people who are making the switch from cigarettes to e-cigs, some level of nicotine will make this easier to do. If you smoked more than a pack a day, you will probably want a vape liquid with a nicotine strength of at least 18 mg — at least to start.
Finding the right level can be a trial-and-error process, so be patient with yourself, and if you find that 18 mg is too much or not enough, you can always dial it back or ramp it up. One additional related tip: vape liquids come in a wide variety of flavors including fruity, earthy and more. Once you have an idea of what strength works for you, also experiment with the flavors to see which ones you like the best.
Buy User-Friendly Vapes
While there are vapes out there that involve pouring in a specific amount of vape liquid into the device, for the inexperienced user this may make you feel like you are all thumbs. When starting out in the world of e-cigs and vaping, consider going with a more user-friendly vape that is easy to charge and fill with your desired flavor. For instance, the myblu vape is compact and easy to hold, and it uses one-click liquidpods that let you easily add in the flavor that you want in mere seconds. When the vape is running low on battery power, you simply have to connect the myblu USB charger into any USB port to get back to vaping in no time. By having an intuitive and easy-to-use device, you will be more likely to successfully make the transition between cigarettes and vaping.
Remember, Practice Makes Perfect
Just as learning how to smoke tobacco can take time, so can becoming a skilled vaper. Remember how you used to cough a lot when taking a tiny puff of a cigarette and you felt like you looked like a complete doofus? The same may happen when you start to use e-cigs and vapes, so be gentle with yourself and allow for lots of practice time. Try not to worry about what you look like when vaping; if you are really concerned, you can always start in the privacy of your own home, learning how much to inhale and how to correctly use your device. Having a simple unit will help with this process; you can even stand in front of the bathroom mirror to check out your e-cig technique, and experiment with holding the device in different ways until you find one that works.
Before You Know It, You Will Be Teaching Others
Vaping is like any other skill, it can take time to master. But by knowing about the differences in nicotine levels and giving yourself time to try different strengths until you find the right one, buying a sleek yet easy vape device and practicing using it, you should find that the transition from cigarettes to e-cigs and vaping is stress-free and enjoyable.
