DIY E-Liquid: Some Basic Knowledge

With the increasing popularity of e-cigarettes, many vapers are venturing into making their own e-liquid to pursue a more personalized taste and experience. To ensure safe and successful creation, it is essential to understand some basic knowledge.

Previously, e-liquid could be easily purchased inexpensively, with a 30ml bottle costing just over ten dollars. However, with the implementation of regulations, standalone e-liquid is no longer available for purchase.

Now, if you want to buy e-liquid, you can only purchase e-cig cartridges. The price of e-cig cartridges is much higher than that of e-liquid, and the e-liquid contained in brand-name cartridges is priced ten times higher or more than that of e-liquid. This cost is not sustainable for many vapers. Additionally, it is no longer possible to purchase flavored e-liquid, only tobacco-flavored e-liquid is available. Therefore, DIY may be the best option to enjoy cheap and favorite flavors.

To DIY e-liquid, we must first understand the e-liquid to avoid unnecessary losses or even harm. Understanding e-liquid is crucial. Do not blindly DIY e-liquid without knowledge. Here are some basic knowledge of e-liquid. Only after understanding can you proceed to the DIY e-liquid process.

First, it is necessary to understand the main components of e-liquid. E-liquid is mainly composed of PG (propylene glycol), VG (vegetable glycerin), nicotine solution, and flavorings. PG and VG are solvents that provide the basic taste and concentration of e-liquid; the nicotine solution is the main component of e-liquid, providing nicotine intake during smoking. Nicotine is a highly toxic substance and must be handled with caution. It is best to wear goggles and gloves when preparing nicotine, and skin should not be exposed. If skin touches nicotine, please rinse it quickly to avoid poisoning. Flavorings give e-liquid various different tastes and sensations.

Second, it is necessary to understand the characteristics and effects of different components. E-liquids with higher PG content have a stronger throat feel and a more intense taste, but the vapor will be smaller; e-liquids with higher VG content produce more vapor and VG itself is slightly sweet. The nicotine solution is usually diluted in PG, VG, or a mixture of PG and VG, with the concentration indicated in mg, for example, 20mg refers to 1ml of e-liquid containing 20mg pure nicotine. The amount of flavorings used is usually between 5% and 20%, and for certain tobacco flavors, a lower addition amount may be required.

When making e-liquid, it is recommended to start with low concentrations of flavorings and slowly increase the concentration to find your favorite taste. Similarly, it is recommended to make small amounts of e-liquid first and find a favorite formula before considering large-scale production. Additionally, it is essential to record the formula to prevent forgetting the recipe for excellent e-liquid that has been produced accidentally.

Finally, here is an example of a simple homemade e-liquid recipe. If you want to make 10ml of e-liquid with a nicotine concentration of 30mg/ml, with PG and VG each accounting for 45% and flavorings added at 10%, using a 3% nicotine solution.

In summary, making homemade e-liquid requires knowledge and skills to ensure safe and successful creation. Through continuous experimentation and adjustment of formulas, more personalized tastes and experiences can be discovered.

One piece of advice for DIY e-liquid is to share your experiences. For example, if your configured e-liquid is ideal, don't use it too aggressively. You must slowly try it little by little. Only after smoking ten times without any reaction can you use it normally to avoid excessive nicotine intake. Please remember this.

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