What are Nic Salts?

It is a question often asked by the many who have recently joined the world of vaping. What are Nic Salts and what are the differences between the usual nicotine listed e-liquids so readily available?

No doubt many experienced vapers would have been asking the same question too, as nic salts only came into being six years ago. The simplest explanation, without getting too nerdy or techy with the chemistry is this:

Nic salts are a newer form of nicotine that hits harder and faster

And, with that statement, it’s easy to assume that it may hit with an even harsher experience, like the usual freebase nicotine e-liquids can do, when high levels of nicotine are present in your chosen juice. But the beauty of nic salts, is that that is not the case.

Benefits of Nicotine Salt E-Liquid

Nicotine salt e-liquids have some cool benefits, especially for smokers considering the switch to vaping. But before you jump into nicotine salt use, it's good to know both the pros and cons. Here's the breakdown:

A smoother and more faster acting hit

Nic salt is a more faster acting nicotine option, more so than the usual nicotine found in traditional e-liquids, this results in you being able to take higher doses of nicotine without the harsh throat hit, and without having to lose any of the great flavour from your e-liquid. Faster acting also means that the nicotine is absorbed into your system faster too, resulting in a more efficient way for nicotine to be delivered into your body.

The cigarette alternative

The title, just above, is a clear indication as to why nic salts have developed into a popular alternative to the usual nicotine-based e-liquids, and more so cigarettes. And without a doubt the main reason as to why nic salts are perfect for the heavy smoker who is looking to find an alternative to smoking cigarettes. Most pod systems now use nic salts, and pod systems are ideal for the recently initiated, and even better for those looking to quit smoking cigarettes.

Nic salt science

Nicotine, whether it be for nic salt production, or the standard freebase nicotine found in e-liquids, comes from the tobacco plant. It’s in the treatment of the extracted nicotine from the plant, that results in the difference between nicotine salt and the standard freebase nicotine.

The nicotine refined for traditional vape juice is chemically treated, resulting in a pure nicotine infused liquid. Nicotine salts, however, are not so refined, they are treated but the process results in them being less pure, and in more of a natural state. The process used to create nic salts results in a nicotine liquid that is lesser in its alkaline content, when compared to the freebase nicotine used.

Experiments performed by leading vape juice manufacturers, continue to improve nic salts even more. Nic salts do give a finer nicotine hit, with less harshness on the throat when compared to conventional freebase nicotine. Nic salts are also treated with an additional benzoic acid, this reduces the liquids pH value, which directly results in the harshness being smoothed out.

Why Vapers Switch to Nic Salts

As stated above, nic salts are a faster and more efficient way of delivering the nicotine hit. The hit of nicotine is something that seasoned smokers will know of all too well. Therefore, they make for such a good alternative to cigarettes, especially with some of the pods available that contain nic salts within the e-liquid.

Now, what of the seasoned vaper looking for the alternative to the standard freebase nicotine? The benefit of switching result in a less harsh throat hit, which is the usual experience that comes with the higher nicotine levelled e-liquids. There are also other benefits to using nic salts, such as:

• Value in cost
• Longer lasting

With the efficiency of the nicotine hit being somewhat more to the alternative, the consumption of nic salts will lessen, meaning your e-liquid will last for longer. Nic salts are also more stable and store for longer too without impacting the quality of the nicotine flavour or hit.

Considering the switch to nic salts still?

We all have our own preferences. If you are happy with your current set-up then fine. Whether it be with your mod and VG preferences or as a pen lover with a healthy amount of PG.

The one super strength that nic salts come with, is the ability to aid a cigarette smoker in their mission to quit the evil nicotine, which comes from smoking cigarettes. Nic salts in a vape pen make for a great start to move away from smoking cigarettes, and it’s the nic salts that they contain which will help in the removing a smoker’s dependency to a cigarette. The similar hit, and the nicotine effect acquired from nic salts, will soon begin to move you away from the needs of a cigarette.

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