As a beginner who’s just starting to explore the world of vaping, it is easy to make a lot of mistakes. You might even feel overwhelmed and lost as to where to begin.

To help you navigate the world of vaping and to set the tone right for all your future experiences, we have put together a quick guide. With this guide, you should be able to avoid a LOT of common mistakes so you can start-off on the right foot.

This is the list of ultimate tips for beginners who want to try vaping -

1. Invest In Premium E-liquids

The quality of your first experience with vaping would depend largely on the quality of e-liquids that you invest in. While it is natural to want to cut corners on the e-liquids by opting for cheaper options, you’re actually putting yourself at risk.

Low-grade liquids may contain impurities and they may not even taste as good. You might even fall sick which will not only increase your doctor’s bill, it may even put you off vaping for good. That is why you should always invest in premium vaping juices.

A good jumping-off point is Big Daddy Smoke, the online smoke store. Always invest in pure, quality, medical-grade nicotine.

2. Have Fun Exploring Different Flavours

This is easily the most exciting part of vaping. You get to browse through literally an endless variety of flavors. The whole thing is an experience in itself. As you try different flavors, you also develop a keen sense of taste and flavour profile.

This is the part where you would want to have fun. You have so many categories to pick from such as dessert flavors, food, candy, tobacco, savory, etc.

What’s more, you can even mix different flavors to make your own. Let your imagination run wild.

3. Maintain Your E-liquid

Before you start to vape, make sure to give the e-liquid a good shake. Why? Because it will mix up the nicotine levels and PG/VG. This will create a more uniform mixture which would result in quality vaping, every single time.

As an additional tip, always keep your bottle away from direct sunlight otherwise, it will affect nicotine levels. Also, never leave your bottle open. If the flavor is a little intense, open the bottle and let it breathe for a couple of minutes. But, don’t leave it open for long.

4. Keep Your Liquid in a Dark Room

If you receive a batch that lacks in flavor, one good trick is to let it sit in a dark room for 1-2 weeks. Like a fine wine, the flavors will get richer if you allow the flavors to marinate for some time.

5. Avoid Plastic Tanks

If you’re a fan of acidic flavors like citrus, menthol, cinnamon, etc.; be sure to invest in either glass or pyrex tanks. Avoid plastic ones because these flavors can warp/crack the plastic. Most starter kits contain plastic tanks so always be mindful of that.

6. Clean Your Tank Regularly

Empty and clean your e-tank regularly. It’s simple. Start by dismantling the vape and pour out the liquid (if there’s any left). Rinse everything including the mouthpiece, atomizer, and tank. Use hot, running water, and let the device air dry. Failure to upkeep your device might lead to nasty flavors, debris build-up, and even leaks.

7. Change Your Coil

This is an important step and often ignored by beginners. Make sure to change your coil as soon as you notice repulsive/burnt flavors or notice any buildup. To avoid dry hit after you’ve changed the coil, prime your wick first, otherwise you may experience dry hits.

8. Always Keep Extra Batteries

It is always a good idea to have a fully charged pair of batteries handy, just in case. You never know when you might run out of charge and that can put a damper on your vaping experience. An extra set of batteries is always a good backup plan.

9. Keep Multiple Tanks For Multiple Flavours

If you like to switch between different flavors, then you might want to invest in an extra tank. The thing is, when you switch flavors, you need to clean and rinse the tank to avoid any ‘crossover’ between two flavors. Using the same tank for different flavors might lead to ‘flavor ghosting’. Having an extra tank for a different flavor means less hassle - no need to rinse, wick, or clean tanks. Just switch up the tank.

10. Avoid Vaper’s Tongue

There’s this interesting phenomenon that happens with a lot of vapers. It’s when you lose that sense of the flavor when you continue to smoke it for a long time. If that happens to you, do not freak out.

This is normal. To get that sense of flavor back and to go back to your original flavor, switch to a different flavor for some time. Staying hydrated is another trick to avoiding the vaper’s tongue.

11. Know Your PG/VG Ratio

You must know your PG/VG preferences. Liquids with high VG content tend to produce smoother hits and thicker smoke. But, if you’re looking for ‘throat hits’, then go for low VG e-liquids. Juices with high VG content are seen as ‘healthier’ due to fewer allergies. They don’t produce throat hits either which is why they are safer for beginners.

12. Traveling on the Go

Perhaps you like to carry your equipment around when you’re traveling. To protect your tank from leaks and other forms of damages, it’s always a good idea to travel with a cloth. Not only will it come handy in the event of any accidental leakages, but you can also use it to wrap your liquids in.

13. Explore and Have Fun

Don’t give up just because you don't know enough about vaping or don’t know how to pick your flavors yet. The key is to have an open, curious mind and go on exploring. Try different flavors and most importantly, HAVE FUN! When you have fun you’re able to learn more easily. With time, you will get the hang of exactly which flavors and which settings work best for you.