Know the components of e-liquid
With the popularity of vape, more and more people are paying attention to the composition of e-liquid and its impact on the human body. Generally speaking, the basic components of e-liquid include propylene glycol (PG), glycerin (VG), nicotine and flavor. These ingredients each play a different role, allowing the vape to present a variety of flavors and inhalation sensations.
Propylene glycol is an organic compound commonly used in the manufacture of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and food. In e-liquid, it is used as a clear colorless liquid to mix with other ingredients and provide a certain mouthfeel and inhalation experience. Propylene glycol is less irritating to the throat than glycerin, but it also produces a relatively small amount of smoke.
Glycerin is a natural organic compound commonly used in the manufacture of medicines, food and cosmetics. In e-liquid, it is used as a viscous, colorless liquid to increase smoke production and mouthfeel, while also providing some sweetness. Glycerin has a greater amount of smoke than propylene glycol, but is also more irritating to the throat.
Nicotine is an alkaloid that is the main ingredient of addiction for smokers. In vape, nicotine can be added in e-liquid to provide a certain nicotine content, so that smokers can continue to satisfy the taste and feeling of tobacco, but compared with traditional tobacco, the nicotine content in vape is generally lower, which is harmful to the body The hazards are also relatively small.
In addition to the above basic ingredients, various essences and flavoring agents can be added to e-liquid to create various tastes and inhalation sensations. For example, sweeteners can increase the sweetness of e-liquid and make smokers feel more comfortable; cooling agents can increase the cooling effect of e-liquid and make smokers feel more refreshed; there are also some herbal extracts and nutrients that can Add some health benefits to e-liquid.
In general, the components and functions of e-liquid are very complex, requiring careful preparation and matching by manufacturers to achieve the best taste and inhalation experience. But at the same time, smoking itself already has certain health risks, so when using vape, you need to pay attention to the following points:
First of all, you need to choose regular vape brands and e-liquid manufacturers to avoid buying fake and shoddy products, so as to avoid health problems caused by low-quality e-liquid.
Secondly, it is necessary to pay attention to the composition and content of e-liquid, and avoid excessive use of nicotine and other inappropriate ingredients to avoid adverse effects on the body.
In addition, the frequency and intensity of smoking need to be properly controlled, and do not rely too much on vape to relieve stress and anxiety, so as to avoid smoking addiction.
Finally, it is necessary to pay attention to the environment in which vape is used, and avoid smoking in public places, so as not to affect the health of others.
In short, e-liquid is an important part of vape, and various ingredients and additives can provide different taste and inhalation experience for vape. However, smoking itself has certain health risks, so it needs to be used reasonably, and attention must be paid to comply with relevant laws and regulations.