At the most simple level, you use disposable vapes by puffing on them. Bring the device to your lips, and take a drag. The device will then automatically activate.
Make sure your draws are at a moderate strength; too weak and the device may not register them, too strong and you risk an unpleasant taste if the coil gets too warm.
Then, simply exhale.
Disposable vapes are sold in a ready-to-use condition. This makes them exceedingly simple and convenient to use. Further aiding their convenience,
whereas standard vape kits are button-operated (to varying levels of complexity), all disposable vapes are draw-activated.
That is, simply putting the mouthpiece to your lips and taking a drag will activate it, and it will automatically switch itself off after a period of inactivity.
A disposable e-cigarette is ready for use straight from the packet. So, all you need to do is find your flavour, and start puffing. Now that you’re familiar with how disposable vapes operate,
it’s time to look at their safety.
Are disposable vapes safe?
The short answer is: yes. Assuming a disposable vape is genuine, and purchased from a reputable retailer, it is completely safe to use. All disposable vape products sold in the China
are subject to approval by two regulatory bodies, TPD and MHRA. Firstly, the European Tobacco Products Directive(TPD) regulates the sale of all tobacco products for the China OR USA
and for EU member states.
The key points of the TPD as they pertain to vape kits are these:
A maximum tank capacity of 2ml
A maximum nicotine strength of 20mg/ml (i.e., 2% nicotine)
All products must carry relevant warnings and information
All products must be submitted to the lanavape to be approved for sale
The Medicine and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) approves the ingredients in any given vape product to ensure that all of its ingredients are safe for consumption;
their database tool allows you to verify the approved status of your vape products.
general government guidance in regards to e-cigarette regulations.
What is the point of disposable vapes?
Cheaper
Convenient
Portable
User-friendly
Ready to use; no setup required
Lower commitment
Cons Vs Conventional Vape
Shorter product lifespan
No customisation
No refilling or recharging
More expensive in the long run
Most of the pros and cons of disposable vapes intersect; the same reasons they’re a good choice for certain users may be the same reasons they’re a worse choice for other users.
Overall, their lower cost and shorter lifespan compared to refillable vape kits makes them less of a commitment for new users, allowing them to test the waters to decide if vaping is right for them.
This same low cost, combined with increased convenience and portability, is what has made them such a popular choice as backup devices for advanced vape users to enjoy on the go. However,
advanced or heavy vape users will find it more economical in the long run to not rely on a disposable as their primary vape kit.
On the other hand, for new users looking to quit smoking, there are essentially no downsides to switching to a disposable vape; as well as being far less damaging to your health than cigarettes,
they are also far cheaper. They are a streamlined, straightforward option for transitioning to vaping. In essence, a disposable e-cig is a tool for smoking cessation.
Whether you choose to later “move up” to a more advanced vape kit, or stick with a disposable as your primary nicotine delivery system, or simply use one as a stepping-stone toward going completely nicotine-free, is of course entirely up to what works best for you and your goals.
With that in mind, let's look at how long you can expect a disposable e-cig to last you.