Vape coils can be a cause of a sore or burning throat that often slips under the radar. But it’s actually more common than you think for people to be allergic to the nickel that’s found in some coils. It can be very frustrating to make a whole host of changes to your vaping habits without realising that you have such an allergy.
Why does my vape burn my throat?
- Nic Content to High
- Citrus flavorings can be harsh-er
- Pg/Vg ratio is high (but I haven't found this to be as big a deal)
- Bad Nic quality or old Nic can make juice harsh
- Bad builds or coils or gunk
Why does vaping burn your throat?
Why does my throat hurt from vaping? A sore or scratchy throat may be caused by a number of things: nicotine, propylene glycol, flavorings, or even the coil used in the atomizer. Some coils used in vaping are nickel-based, and it’s not uncommon for users to discover they have an allergy to nickel.
Why is my vape pen burning my throat?
You can modify your vaping throat hit the following ways: 8
- Stronger hits are associated with increased nicotine in vaping juice.
- Increased levels of propylene glycol (compared to vegetable glycerin) has an increased hit.
- Smaller mouthpiece which narrows the airflow can cause a harsher throat hit.
- Dry hit, when the juice isn't transferred to the atomizer coil, causes a burning hit.
Do vapes hurt your throat?
You have a chronic cough. Chemicals in vapes could irritate your throat. The chemicals in vape juices, the liquid that's heated to a vapor for users to inhale, is laden with various chemicals, many which are known to cause throat irritation. As a result, a user might develop a chronic cough if they develop a vaping habit.
Why does vaping cause my throat to burn?
There are a few reasons why you might have the throat on fire feeling after taking a drag. These include:
Open your airflow
Air flow helps you to enhance and adjust the flavour of your e-juice. However, if the draw is too tight or in fact closed completely you will get a burn sensation in your throat from vaping. In this video review of the X30 Rover, Matt demonstrates exactly what that is like (skip ahead to 5 minutes 32 seconds).
Prime your coil
When you install a new coil you must make sure that the cotton is fully saturated before you take a puff. I know you want to get vaping right away but take a dry hit and 1, it will taste gross and 2, it will burn out your coil before you’ve even used it. Once you have installed the coil, top the tank up with juice and leave it to sit for a while.
Check your e-liquid
If you use a basic device then chances are it is recommended that you use a higher PG liquid. PG is harsher on the throat. If you really find that the vape burns your throat with a PG liquid then try a higher VG juice. We have a great range of high VG liquids that we deliver the very same day.
Reduce your nicotine level
Nicotine can feel a little scratchy on the throat. If it is causing too much discomfort then why not try reducing your nicotine level.
Allergies
If none of the above seems to give you any relief and still leave your throat burning then it might be down to an allergy. Stop vaping until you get to the bottom of the issue.
Why does vaping make my throat burn?
Taking too many puffs in a row while vaping can cause the wick to dry up quickly. This, alongside general overstimulation, may cause you to have a burning throat. Vaping is distinctly different from smoking, so take it slow when you notice that you have a burning sensation. Doing this gives enough time for the wick to get saturated with juice between the puffs. Priming your coils well before you start vaping will also help.
What does it feel like to hit your throat with a vape?
The throat hit from a vaping device is the feeling you get at the back of your throat as you inhale. Cigarette smokers also experience a throat hit, and the sensation can even be harsher when smoking a cigar. This is due to the higher concentration of nicotine in a cigar, a principle that carries over to E-liquids as well. The sensation of a strong throat hit during vaping is a comparable to that experienced from a traditional cigarette, so it certainly can be irritating to the throat. If you are not a smoker or are not used to this kind of sensation, it can cause you to cough and will eventually result in a sore throat.
How does vaping work?
A low-quality device may not allow you to adjust wattage levels and may vaporise your E-liquid at a very high temperature, making the vapour extremely hot and leaving you with a sore throat.
Can you use diacetyl in vape juice?
Some vape juices can contain diacetyl or other volatile organic compounds known to cause sore throat or irritation. Diacetyl itself is illegal to use in E -liquids in the UK. If you think it may be one of these additives causing your sore throat, try changing the brand or flavour of your E-liquid to avoid the burning sensation. Always be sure to buy your E-liquids from a reputable manufacturer to make sure your experience is as good and as safe as possible.
Why does my e-liquid burn?
Here are some of the most common reasons behind burnt hits and some advice to help you avoid them. High wattages. Vaping at wattages that exceed the coil limits will vaporize e-liquid too fast. When that happens, the coils can burn the wicks, even when there’s still some juice there.
How to keep vape wick from drying up?
Always stay inside the recommended wattage ranges. Chain vaping. When taking many puffs in a row, the wick will dry up fast. If you sense that a burnt hit is coming, by noticing a slightly roasted taste, put your vape down for a moment. This will allow liquid to cover the dry spots of the wick.
How to start vaping on a pod?
When you first begin vaping on a pod, try and take shorter puffs to begin with. Some of the smaller coils need to be broken in a bit before being pushed. If you take really long hits to start, even if the wick is fully saturated, you could get a burnt hit.
How to prime a vape tank?
How to prime vape tank coils. All vape tanks that come with replaceable coil heads have more or less the same structure and require the same simple steps to get primed. You will need to repeat this process every time you replace a coil. Take a new coil out of the box.
What to do if your coil is burnt?
Don’t be discouraged. Vaping is an enjoyable safer alternative to smoking. If your current coil tastes burnt, grab a new one and discard the bad one. Just don’t forget to prime it first!
How to make a vape mod faster?
Assemble your tank and fill it with ejuice. Screw your tank on your mod and set aside for 10 minutes. Inhaling on the tip of the tank without firing will speed up the process. For vape mods with wattage adjustment, start from lowest recommended wattage and raise gradually until you find your sweet spot.
What is the difference between dry hits and burnt hits?
Burnt hits vs dry hits. Although most vapers use these terms interchangeably, they are in fact two separate things. While dry hits are not pleasant, they are far less shocking than burnt hits . A dry hit will make its appearance as soon as the wick of your coil dries up a bit.
1. Change to a lower strength e-liquid
Speaking as a bonafide nicotine junky, I know the appeal of high strength vape juice. But, as much as we love those strong hits, it might be the high nicotine content that’s responsible for our sore throat.
4. Pay attention to how much you are vaping
I don’t know about you but I’m definitely guilty when it comes to binge vaping. Sometimes, while working or watching a movie, we do it unthinkingly—and excessively!
5. Change your vaping style
If you’re new to vaping you may only be accustomed to one style of vaping. Speaking as a die-in-the-wool MTL user, there’s nothing inherently wrong with this. However, there is a possibility your chosen method of vaping may be the cause of that pesky sore throat.
6. Change the flavour of your e-liquid
Sometimes, even when we change the PG/VG ratio, or lower the nicotine content, we still end up with a sore throat. Believe it or not, it might actually be the flavour of your vape juice that’s the problem.
7. Try different coils for your device
Vape coils can be a cause of a sore or burning throat that often slips under the radar. But it’s actually more common than you think for people to be allergic to the nickel that’s found in some coils.
Conclusion
I know that sniffing out the cause of your sore throat can make you feel like an overworked detective—but have faith! If you follow all the steps listed above you’ll be sure to catch the culprit, and those hits will be silky smooth again in no time! We sincerely hope you learned how to prevent a sore/burning throat from vaping by reading this guide..
