Vaping

Are E Cigarettes Safe? Thinking of going electric?

February 24, 2015

Lots of people right now are turning to electronic cigarettes as an alternative to smoking. Vaping can provide users with a range of levels of nicotine, depending on the person's requirements, but without the harmful smoke of conventional cigarettes.

If you're thinking of going electric, it can help to know a few of the basics about vaping. Here is a brief overview of the most talked about issues involving e cigarettes, and some tips on how best to get started.

Common vaping questions

Perhaps the most common question concerning vaping is "are e cigarettes safe?" Most doctors will tell you that there's no simple answer to this question right now. While the harmful effects of smoking are well documented, e cigarettes are such a new product that it will take time to get a clear picture of their long-term effects. There are a wealth of testimonials from former smokers that point to the fact that with e cigarettes, you only inhale propylene glycol - the chemical in smoke machines - rather than burnt vegetable matter, and that electronic cigarettes can help you quit smoking altogether too. But the general message for non-smokers, especially young people, is that they shouldn't turn to nicotine products, regardless of whether they're smoked or vaped. Nicotine can cause health issues, and it's addictive, so it should be used responsibly.

Another common question is how vaping compares to smoking. To get an idea of what electronic vaping products are like, you really have to try them for yourself. In general, they have a similar feel, as you inhale vaping mist in the same way you would smoke, and obviously holding an electronic vaporiser in your hand is similar to holding a cigarette.

1 x Pod Included

Elf Bar Elfa Pro Pod Kit
Elf Bar Elfa Pro Pod Kit

Mix & Match 3 for £30

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Elf Bar 4in1 Prefilled Pod Vape Kits
Elf Bar 4in1 Prefilled Pod Vape Kits

Mix & Match 3 for £30

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Lost Mary 4in1 Pre-Filled Pod Kit
Lost Mary 4in1 Pre-Filled Pod Kit

1 x Pod Included

Lost Mary Tappo Pod Vape Kit
Lost Mary Tappo Pod Vape Kit

How to get started

Getting started right now is easy. There are lots of great e cigarette starter kits out there, and a wide variety of flavours and nicotine strengths to choose from. Make sure that with any product, you read the instructions carefully, and browse reviews before you buy to get a good idea of the product. Premium e-liquids are a great way of maximising the natural qualities of your first vape, so consider looking into these first for an authentic example of the vaping experience.