How to Spot a Fake Vape: Checks for Illegal Vapes in the UK
The short answer: a legal vape sold in the UK has a tank of no more than 2ml, nicotine e-liquid of no more than 20mg/ml in bottles of no more...
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Vaping News, Guides & Advice
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Do Vapes Set Off Smoke Alarms? Fire Safety Facts
The short answer: yes, vaping can set off a smoke alarm. Vape aerosol is made of tiny droplets, and a dense cloud near a smoke detector can trigger it in...
John Boughey |
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How to Open a Vape Juice Bottle (Child-Resistant Caps Explained)
The short answer: most e-liquid bottles have a child-resistant cap that only opens if you press down firmly on the cap while you turn it anticlockwise. If the cap just...
John Boughey |
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Why Is My Vape Not Working? Flashing Lights, Error Codes and Fixes
The short answer: most vapes that stop working have a flat battery, a pod that isn't seated properly, or dirty contacts between the pod and the device. Charge it, take...
John Boughey |
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Why Is My Vape Leaking or Gurgling? Causes and Fixes
The short answer: most vape leaks come from four things: overfilling, a coil or pod that isn't seated properly, a damaged or missing seal, or e-liquid that's too thin for...
John Boughey |
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Is Snus Legal in the UK? Snus and Nicotine Pouch Laws
Is snus legal in the UK? What UK law says about snus and tobacco-free nicotine pouches, the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026, and the new rules from 29 October 2026.
John Boughey |
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What Is Snus? Snus vs Nicotine Pouches Explained
What is snus? This article covers how Swedish snus differs from tobacco-free nicotine pouches, what is in each, and why only one can be sold legally in the UK.
John Boughey |
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How to Vape: A Beginner's Guide for Smokers Switching
This guide is for adults who smoke. Vapes are for adults who smoke or used to smoke. The NHS is clear that non-smokers and people aged 17 and under should...
John Boughey |
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When Was Vaping Invented? A History of the E-Cigarette
The short answer: the first patent for an electronic "smokeless cigarette" was filed in 1963, but it never went on sale. The modern e-cigarette was invented in China in 2003...
John Boughey |
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Nic Shot Calculator: How Many Nicotine Shots Do I Need?
Shortfill e-liquids come without nicotine, with space left in the bottle to add it yourself using nicotine shots (also called nic shots). This calculator tells you how many shots to...
John Boughey |
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UK Vape Tax Explained: What the Vaping Products Duty Means Now It's Live
Last updated: 13 October 2026 The UK vape tax, officially the Vaping Products Duty, came into force on 1 October 2026. It adds £2.20 for every 10ml of vaping liquid....
John Boughey |
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How To Use Nicotine Pouches - A Complete Beginners Guide
Wondering how to use nicotine pouches? This beginner's guide covers everything from proper placement to choosing the right strength, with step-by-step instructions based on NHS guidance and advice on side...
John Boughey |
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What Strength Vape Liquid Should I Choose? A Complete Guide
Choosing the right nicotine strength is one of the most important decisions you'll make when switching from cigarettes to vaping. Get it right, and you'll satisfy your cravings without returning...
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