Vaping Guides

VAPING GUIDES

Welcome to CandySmokez.uk’s Vaping Guides — your go-to place for learning everything about vaping.

We know that diving into the world of vapes can be confusing at first. With so many different kits, e-liquids, coils, and terms floating around, it’s easy to feel lost. That’s why we’ve created these simple, straight-to-the-point guides to help you understand vaping — whether you’re completely new or looking to take your setup to the next level.

Our goal is to make vaping clear, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.

1. Choosing the Right Vape Kit

Finding your perfect vape kit depends on your lifestyle, experience level, and preferences.

  • Pod Kits: Compact, easy to use, and ideal for beginners or people who want something simple. Most use prefilled or refillable pods — perfect for everyday convenience.
  • Vape Pens: Slightly larger and great for consistent flavour and longer battery life.
  • Box Mods: Powerful, customisable devices for experienced vapers who want full control over vapour production, power, and coil resistance.

If you’re just starting out, we always recommend a pod kit or starter vape pen before moving on to more advanced devices.

2. Understanding E-Liquids

E-liquids (or “juices”) are what give your vape its flavour and nicotine hit. Each e-liquid has three main components:

  • PG (Propylene Glycol): Thinner liquid that carries flavour and gives a stronger throat hit.
  • VG (Vegetable Glycerin): Thicker liquid that produces bigger clouds and smoother vapour.
  • Nicotine: Available in different strengths — from 0mg (nicotine-free) to higher doses for stronger cravings.

Most e-liquids are labelled with a VG/PG ratio, like 50/50 or 70/30.

  • 50/50 works best in pods and starter kits.
  • 70/30 is ideal for sub-ohm devices that create more vapour.

Tip: Always match your e-liquid type to your device for the best experience.

3. Beginner’s Guide to Vaping

Starting out? Here’s a quick rundown of what to expect:

  1. Choose a starter kit – usually a pod or pen device.
  2. Fill it up (if it’s refillable) or insert your pod.
  3. Charge the device fully before first use.
  4. Take small puffs — vaping is smoother and slower than smoking.
  5. Experiment with flavours and nicotine strengths until you find your sweet spot.

Remember: it’s normal to try a few combinations before finding what works best for you.

4. Maintaining Your Vape Device

Taking care of your device helps it last longer and perform better.

  • Clean it regularly — wipe the tank or pod with a soft cloth to remove residue.
  • Replace coils every 1–2 weeks (or when flavour tastes burnt).
  • Charge safely using the correct cable and avoid overcharging.
  • Store properly — keep devices upright and away from extreme heat or cold.

A well-maintained vape gives smoother flavour, stronger performance, and fewer leaks.

5. Advanced Vaping Techniques

When you’re ready to level up, explore advanced vaping styles like:

  • Sub-ohm vaping: Produces large clouds and intense flavour using coils under 1.0 ohm.
  • Temperature control (TC): Lets you set the heat level for a consistent vape and to avoid burnt hits.
  • Custom builds: For experienced users who like to experiment with coils, cotton, and wattage control.

These techniques offer more control but require the right devices, knowledge, and safety awareness.

6. Vaping Safety Tips

Vaping is generally safe when done responsibly, but here are some essentials:

  • Store e-liquids safely away from children and pets.
  • Use quality batteries and avoid mixing damaged ones.
  • Don’t overcharge your device or leave it plugged in overnight.
  • Buy from trusted retailers (like CandySmokez.uk) to ensure your products are authentic and compliant with UK TPD standards.

Your safety always comes first — never cut corners with cheap, unverified vape products.

7. We’re Here to Help

Got questions about vaping, coils, or nicotine levels?

Our friendly team is always happy to help — just reach out via hello@candysmokez.uk or message us on social media.

We also take product requests — if there’s something you’d like to see in stock, let us know through our Request a Product page.

CandySmokez.uk — Simple, Safe, and Straightforward Vaping

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