Which e-cigarette refill to choose?

Quitting smoking and switching to e-cigarettes is an important step. We need to understand this new device and this new consumable: e-liquid. The usage is different, and it can sometimes be difficult to track your consumption. The purpose of this article is to provide you with key information to better manage your e-liquid consumption. All the information to manage your e-liquid consumption and thus successfully quit smoking calmly.

How much e-liquid will I consume per month?

This is a question we all ask when we start buying liquid refills and begin using the e-cigarette. It is hard to find an answer, especially since there is little information on the subject online. Here are some elements of response to help you gauge your consumption.

Key figures for e-liquid consumption

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Making a comparison between the consumption of e-liquid and cigarette consumption is very approximate, as many factors are taken into account. Such as the nicotine level of the liquid used, the type of clearomizer, and individual behavior. Nevertheless, it is possible to provide a rough idea of the consumption habits of vapers collected from forums and surveys.

It is estimated that a vaper who smokes 30 cigarettes a day uses an average of 8 to 10 bottles of 10 ml e-liquids per month, which is between 80 and 100 ml. A little over 2 liquids per week.

Vapers who smoked 20 cigarettes a day use an average of 5 to 8 10 ml refills per month. This is about 1 and a half bottles per week.

Finally, vapers who smoked about 10 cigarettes a day need an average of 2 to 4 refills per month. This is half to one e-liquid per week.

Higher liquid consumption sometimes at the beginning

The consumption of e-liquid may be higher initially, during the first tests with the e-cigarette. In fact, you may want to vape for 20 to 30 minutes, which is called “binge vaping.” This is normal; at first, the nicotine withdrawal associated with quitting smoking can create a desire to vape longer. You shouldn’t focus too much on your consumption at the beginning because it will regulate itself later. The vaping sessions usually last between 5 and 10 minutes, which is the time of a typical cigarette break.

Tips for choosing your e-liquid and successfully quitting

Choosing your e-liquid refill: an important step. Selecting your e-liquid is an essential step when you start with e-cigarettes. We will see here that there are several criteria to consider. You first need to find the right flavor of e-liquid, then the right nicotine level, and finally know how to adjust the nicotine dosage according to your needs.

Find the flavor that suits you

The choice of e-liquid flavor is very important because finding a taste you enjoy will not only make your transition to e-cigarettes much more pleasant, but also, and above all, increase your chances of success.

However, it is difficult to advise you on your choice because tastes and colors are a personal matter, but I can still guide you towards some flavors that work well. Among the best e-liquid flavors are mint, cotton candy, red fruits, and of course tobacco e-liquids that suit many vapers.

Tip: at the beginning, don’t hesitate to have two clearomizers ready to use, for example, one with a fruity e-liquid with the right nicotine dose and another with a more tobacco-flavored e-liquid or a dessert flavor with a higher nicotine content, for those moments when the craving to smoke is stronger, such as during drinks, coffee breaks, or after meals.

Choosing the right nicotine level for your e-liquid

There are different nicotine levels depending on the brand. They indicate the same thing X mg/ml, meaning the number of milligrams of nicotine contained per milliliter of e-liquid.

Generally, the 4 most common levels are 0 mg/ml (no nicotine), 6 mg/ml, 12 mg/ml, and 18 mg/ml.

You should choose your nicotine level based on your previous cigarette consumption. Here is a small indicative comparison to help you choose better.

The e-liquid 18 mg is recommended if you smoke more than 20 cigarettes a day. This is one of the maximum levels as French law prohibits the sale of e-liquids exceeding 20 mg of nicotine.
The 12 mg is suitable for people who smoked between 10 and 20 cigarettes a day. This is the most successful dosage in the world of e-cigarettes.
The 6 mg refill is suitable for people who smoked less than 10 cigarettes a day.
The 0 mg nicotine-free liquid is ideal for light smokers who smoked about 5 cigarettes a day or smokers with low nicotine dependence.

It should be understood that the above comparison is just there to give a small indication; the most effective way is to test several doses yourself and see which one suits you best.

Here is a short video from the program on e-cigarettes and e-liquids “Hello, Doctors” on France 5, which explains the first sensations you may feel when trying the e-cigarette without knowing the e-liquid dosage that suits you (2mn27).

How to detect a nicotine overdose or underdose in your liquid?

As part of the video excerpt above explains, the most important thing is to listen to your body because the signs of nicotine overdose or underdose are quite easy to detect.

Nicotine overdose can occur if you use an e-liquid with a nicotine level that is too high for your needs. If you experience headaches, nausea, or dizziness after vaping, you may be overdosing. You should then take a break and lower the nicotine level of your liquid. In the vast majority of cases, these symptoms disappear quickly.

Nicotine underdose is less serious but very important to detect in order to successfully quit smoking. It is easy to identify. If even vaping very regularly you still crave a cigarette, you are probably underdosed. Try increasing the nicotine level of your liquid and see if the craving for cigarettes decreases.

Note: Because e-cigarettes are a means to quit smoking, most vapers lower the nicotine dose of their liquid after a few months.

Don’t neglect the equipment for your e-liquid consumption

Indeed, as in many areas, the lower-priced options are often very attractive, but from experience, it is sometimes better to opt for slightly more reliable models that we will change less often.

A good clearomizer and it’s bingo!

Even though they are sometimes tempting, entry-level clearomizers will not give you the same vaping experience. They quickly cause dry hits when the battery power is a bit higher.

The volume of vapor created with the heated e-liquid will also be limited.

Moreover, at very reasonable prices, the following models offer very interesting performance: the Protank 3 by Kanger, the I Clear 30 S by Innokin, or the JUSTFOG 2043.

Then, a bit more expensive, you have excellent quality clearomizers such as the Aspire mini Nautilus and the Peakomizer by Anyvape in particular.

A good battery and it’s gone!

The other essential element for your e-cigarette is the battery. The advantage is that it is much easier to choose a battery than a clearomizer. Just define your needs in terms of size, autonomy, weight, appearance, and voltage to find the one that suits you.

We find vapers who are very satisfied with the small Ego-T 650 mAh battery, which is very discreet and lightweight, and others who prefer larger and more powerful batteries like the Vision Spinner 2 1650 mAh or the Aspire CF VV 1600 mAh. It’s just a matter of taste.

Regardless of the models, batteries are rechargeable about 300 times. Thus, at equal consumption, the larger the battery capacity, the longer its lifespan. In fact, a 650 mAh battery will need to be recharged twice a day by some vapers, while a 1300 mAh battery will last a day without issues. In other words, a 1300 mAh battery is therefore more economical in the long run while providing comfort of use because, from the beginning to the end of your battery charge, there will be no change in power. What happens with smaller battery models depending on the charge?

Among the good batteries, we can recommend the EVOD 650 mAh, the Aspire CF VV 1100, or the Vision Spinner 2 1650 mAh.

But having good equipment is not enough; you also need to maintain it.

Take care of your equipment 🙂

Be careful with your equipment because the quality of the vape will also depend on the condition of your equipment and not just the e-liquid.

Avoid dropping it, clean the clearomizer regularly, and change your coil as needed. Coils generally last 3 to 6 weeks. Essentially, as soon as you feel a drop in vapor volume and a burnt taste appears repeatedly, it is probably time to change your coil.

Summary of your e-liquid consumption: real savings?

The benefits of e-liquid and e-cigarette plans. After the health aspect, the economic aspect is also one of the major arguments for starting to use e-cigarettes and e-liquids. So, to understand the real impact on your budget, let’s take a few examples together for comparison.

Let’s say that on average a pack of 20 cigarettes costs about €6.50. For someone who smokes a pack a day, the calculation is simple.

Tobacco budget: 6.50 x 365 (days) = €2,372 in 1 year

A vaper who smoked 20 cigarettes a day consumes an average of 8 bottles of 10 ml per month and often less. At €3.90 per 10 ml bottle, the calculation is as follows. (8 x 3.90) x 12 (months) = €374.4.

I then add the price of a complete e-cigarette kit starting at €39 (like the Justfog 1453 kit, for example) plus 2 clearomizers with coils or about €20 per year.

E-CIG budget: 374 + 39 + 20 = €433 in 1 year E-Liquid Kit Clearomizers

Savings for a smoker of one pack a day:

Tobacco budget: 6.50 x 365 (days) = €2,372 in 1 yearE-CIG budget: 374 + 39 + 20 = €433 in 1 year E-Liquid Kit Clearomizers

Savings after one year: €1,939Savings after 5 years: €9,695€19,390 Saved after 10 years:

Savings for a smoker of half a pack (10 cigarettes) a day:

Tobacco budget: 3.25 x 365 (days) = €1,186 in 1 year

E-CIG budget: (374/2) + 39 + 15 = €241 in 1 year E-Liquid Kit Clearomizers

Savings after one year: €945Savings after 5 years: €4,725 Saved after 10 years: €9,450

And once again, I took into account the high average e-liquid consumption; there is a strong likelihood that yours is lower, meaning even more savings. It is safe to say that there is no doubt, the benefits for your budget are very clear. So, for your health and your wallet, prefer e-liquid tobacco over tobacco!

Now you have all the keys to control your e-liquid consumption. 😉 So all the chances are on your side to successfully quit smoking.

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