The complete beginner’s guide to vaping: What you need to know
Whether you’re someone looking to move from tobacco cigarettes to the less harmful and certainly less expensive world of vaping or are a smoke shop owner who wants to give customers some sound advice regarding vaping, this handy beginner’s guide should provide some helpful insight.
Vaping is growing in popularity and a big reason is the large number of smokers who are turning away from traditional tobacco cigarettes and experimenting with vaping. What’s driving this transition?
Top three reasons people are switching to vaping
- Vaping is less harmful than inhaling tobacco smoke. This is the biggest reason for the growing popularity of vaping among smokers. In fact, Public Health England states that vaping is at least 95% less harmful than smoking cigarettes.
- Vaping doesn’t stink. The smoke from cigarettes leaves a rather harsh smell on clothing, in hair and beards, in cars, in homes, etc. While vaping might cause someone to smell slightly like strawberries or watermelon for a time, this scent is far less powerful than cigarette smoke and lasts far less long.
- Cold hard cash. While the cost of vaping, like cigarettes, depends on how often a person indulges, it is generally far less costly than cigarettes, which continue to go up in price.
What’s the right vape for beginners?
You know what happens when things become more popular – it causes more and more options to enter the marketplace. This is exactly what has happened with vaping, and all the choices out there can make getting started a bit confusing for anyone. But there are a few good rules of thumb for those new to the vaping community that can make the transition a little easier and a whole lot more enjoyable. But remember this is not a one-size-fits-all product, so in the end what works best for you – works best for you. Let’s get started.
Choosing A type of vape - Gotta love the disposable
Unlike cigarettes, which all work essentially the same way, vapes come in a variety of styles and types. Some advanced and more expensive vape kits require regular refilling, cartridge changes, and other maintenance, which adds a whole new level of commitment to the purchase. Many also allow users to control temperature, airflow, and other aspects of vaping. These can be great features. But if you’re just getting started in vaping, it can be a little daunting. That’s why we recommend disposable vapes for those new to the process.
Disposables today are very advanced and often offer many of the same features as traditional vape kits. The difference is these vapes are one-and-done – just like cigarettes. When you finish with a disposable you simply toss it and start up a new one. They’re far less expensive to try than traditional vapes, plus, if you’re not sold on your first disposable, it’s no big deal because you’re not tied to it. Simply try something new next time.
Okay, let’s assume you’re going to take our advice and choose or recommend a disposable vape - which one will it be?
MTL, DTL, and the cigarette sensation
There are two primary ways to inhale a vape – Mouth to Lung (MTL) and Direct to Lung (DTL). Some disposable vapes work better for the MTL technique, while others are designed for DTL vaping.
The Mouth-to-Lung technique is the classic way of inhaling. The user takes the vapor into the mouth before sending it to the lungs. DTL vaping is usually reserved for more experienced vapers as this technique draws vapor directly into the lungs in large quantities creating that big, dense release you see some vapers out there pulling off, a technique often called cloud chasing.
Someone who’s just getting started will likely want to use the MTL technique initially as it is virtually the same process as smoking a cigarette and just feels more natural for most beginners. So, while the rule certainly isn’t universal, we recommend beginners stick with MTL vaping to start.
What makes a disposable good for MTL vaping?
Vapes feature an aspect called airflow, which regulates the “tightness” with which vapor leaves the device and enters the mouth or lungs. When going with the MTL technique less airflow is preferred as it requires a nice, strong draw much like a cigarette. DTL vapers, on the other hand, tend to be seasoned pros who like a more open airflow to allow for those monster Direct to Lung hits.
Here are five great vapes to consider for MTL vaping:
This vape features a draw-activated firing mechanism that provides outstanding MTL vaping. Plus, it lasts for up to 5,000 puffs with a full 5% nicotine liquid that really handles those cravings.
This sleek wonder is prefilled with 5% nicotine liquid and delivers up to 1200 satisfying puffs. A fixed draw-activated firing mechanism delivers that cigarette-like draw. There’s even a Nuts Tobacco flavor for those seeking a more authentic tobacco-like experience.
This disposable is literally made for beginners, roughly lasting 3-4 days without any filling or charging required. The Fume EXTRA is perfect for those looking to transition from cigarettes.
The OS5000 is great for beginners thanks to a smooth draw-activated flow but also includes an LED battery life indicator that tells you just how much battery life is left so you can recharge and keep the party going.
This disposable features a 6000-puff capacity and 5% e-nicotine juice for super satisfaction. A 600mAh battery is USB-C rechargeable, so the draws stay strong and rich. This is one of the most popular e-cigs on the market today.
Other Considerations
Cost
If you’re currently a cigarette smoker, the bottom-line benefit of disposable vapes is that you’re likely to save money. Vapes are generally cheaper than cigarettes, but they do vary in price depending on things like battery life, number of puffs, and nicotine strength. So, for those a little unsure about dipping their toes into the vaping community, a more affordable vape might be the right choice, and the Fume Extra certainly fits that bill.
Nicotine Strength
When switching from cigarettes to vapes, most people prefer a good 5% nicotine strength. But if you’re a lighter smoker or interested in weaning yourself off of nicotine, you might want to try one of the 1% vapes out on the market, like the Dummy Vapes 8000 1%. Designed to provide full flavor satisfaction and mimic the draw activation of a cigarette, it’s a great choice for many vaping beginners. For those ready to ditch nicotine altogether, EB Design has introduced a BC5000 0% that contains zero nicotine by weight.
Flavors
One of the biggest transitions from smoking to vaping is all the wild flavors you’ll find in disposable vapes these days. From grape jelly to Fanta strawberry to Miami mint, the choices are endless. For some, the flavors make for an even more exciting transition. Others, however, miss the true flavor of tobacco. For those folks, vapes like the HQD Cuvie Plus are available in true-to-life tobacco flavors. It’s a matter of personal preference. If the insane flavors sound good, go for it. If not, stick with a tobacco flavor.
Conclusion
At Online Warehouse, we’re proud to provide leading smoke and vape shops with a wide variety of disposable vapes to meet the needs of customers – from beginners to seasoned vapers. There is no right or wrong answer as to what vape is best for a beginner. But we hope that the insight shared here will help you better inform your customers and point them in the direction of a quality vape to meet their needs.
We hope you found this post informative and insightful. Stay tuned for more posts from Online Warehouse coming soon.
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