If you're considering switching to vaping as an alternative to traditional cigarettes, you may be wondering what to expect from the experience. There are hundreds of vaping devices on the market with new models being released all the time, so you can expect differences in the experience depending on things like the power settings of the device and the type and strength of e-liquid you use.
These are some of the key things you need to know if you are looking to start vaping for the first time:
How much should a beginner vape?
Like any new experience, it is not advisable to jump right in at the deep end and take in vast lungful's of vapour on your first try. Take a few tentative draws to see if you like the sensation and the taste. Experiment with inhalation techniques such as mouth to lung (this is the most traditional way for ex-smokers to vape) and direct to lung, to see what works best for you.
Many ex-smokers alternate between vaping and smoking to help them make the transition, gradually reducing the cigarettes until they are no longer required. As a beginner, you could try replacing every other cigarette with vaping or using vaping between cigarettes to extend the period between smoking.
Your vape supplier will be able to advise which devices, nicotine types, and nicotine strengths are best to begin with based on your regular smoking levels.
How does vaping feel for the first time?
The first time you vape, it’s not unusual to get a bit of a head rush and maybe even experience a little dizziness. Neither of these are anything to be overly concerned about and they are not symptomatic of regular vaping.
Many new vapers tend to inhale for longer than average and take prolonged draws that can sometimes make you light-headed as a larger than expected flow of oxygen makes it to your brain. You could get the same sensation simply by deep breathing, with or without a vape in hand.
In addition, it could be an indicator that your nicotine levels are too high as the rush of adrenaline produced by the stimulant makes its way through your body. A sore throat after vaping is also a sign that your nicotine levels are too high, so you should take immediate steps to rectify this.
Will it make me cough?
Probably. Again, if you’re not used to vaping, that first hit on the back of your throat can induce a spot of coughing, as your body treats it as an unexpected irritant.
Coughing can also be a sign that you need to adjust your vaping technique as the device settings may be too high, you could be using the wrong type or strength of nicotine, or you might need to opt for a different ratio of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerine (VG).
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