What is E-Liquid?
E-Liquid is the fuel that is used in an electronic cigarette or vape machine. The E-Liquid provides the nicotine content, as well as adding flavouring to your smoke whilst providing the vapour that mimics that of an original cigarette.
At Vapora as per Australian law all of our liquids are nicotine free. We stock a huge range of flavours from the classic green apple flavour, to one of our best sellers, ‘Vape Juice’.
What is in E-Liquid?
Our E-Liquid’s at Vapora use base ingredients such as PG (Propylene Glycol) and VG (Vegetable Glycerin) to create a smooth flavour of vapour. Most of our E-Liquids have mixes containing 50% PG/VG 50%. PG is used in food products as a flavour carrier, is used as an ingredient in food colouring and is even used as an additive in some medicines. Using an E-Liquid with a combination of PG and VG creates a much more smooth effect than one that is 100% PG based.
VG is a vegetable based liquid that is sweet and thick. This ingredient is very difficult to smoke effectively so a combination of PG and VG is recommended.
E-Liquid FAQs
How much e-liquid do I need to buy and how much will I use?
It depends on how much you smoke. On average, users who smoke around a pack a day of standard cigarettes will use a 10ml bottle of E-Liquid per week if they use a regular atomizer. If you use a low resistance atomizer device, you may use a little more liquid as these tend to burn a little more liquid.
How do vaping devices work?
All vape machines work with the same basic principles. Commonly, the battery of the vape powers a coil which then heats up the E-Liquid solution which creates a vapour that is inhaled.
What strength of E-Liquid do I need to buy?
The strength of E-Liquid that you required all depends on what and if you currently smoke. E-Liquids come in 3 standard strengths. High strength E-Liquids are between 12-18mg, medium strengths are 6-12mgs and the lowest strength is 0-6mgs of nicotine.
It is suggested that if you are unsure of what strength of E-Liquid is right for you that you begin with a medium strength and then move either up or down according to your preference.
What is steeping?
In reference to E-Liquid, steeping is the natural oxidation process that happens over time and allows for the flavours to develop and become more potent. This process can be achieved by simply waiting from anywhere between a couple of days to a couple of months depending on the flavour and your prefered potency.
The time that you decide to steep your E-Liquid can also depend on the flavour. The lighter the flavour, the shorter you need to steep your E-Liquid however tobacco flavours get better with age and can reach their full potential in around 1-2 months.
If you have an E-Liquid that you feel requires a more robust flavour, then it is recommended that you put it away in a cool, dark place for a few days, remembering to shake the liquid before using as the flavours can have a tendency to separate.
Why does my vapor taste like it is burnt?
The burnt flavour of a vape is a sign that your coil in your vape device needs to be changed. Coil heads can often disintegrate over time and can alter the taste of your E-Liquid. You can purchase a new set of coils at Vapora and make your vape device as good as new again!
