Giving an e-cigarette for Christmas : good or bad idea ?

Introduction


Every year it's the same. What to give for Christmas ? Another mug with a printed photo ? A knitted scarf ? A wool sweater ? What about an e-cigarette ?

To whom and why give an e-cig?


First, let’s point out that such a gift should be given either to a smoker or to a vaper. Someone who doesn't smoke or vape needs nothing but oxygen in their lungs !

Someone you know has been telling you for a long time that they want to quit smoking ? Every year, they make the same new year's resolution without ever sticking to it ?

We might have the perfect gift ! What could be more useful than an e-cig for someone who wants to quit smoking ?

Here’s why…

  1. Vaping is 2x more effective than nicotine substitutes when trying to quit. It’s therefore a great way to finally give up smoking !
  2. It’s 95% less harmful than traditional cigarettes. That's a big argument in its favour ! Indeed, despite the headlines in the media, this is something to highlight. Fake news tried to stifle e-cig, but it’s now proven that the information relayed was inaccurate. For more information, please read our article on the subject.
  3. It has recently been proven that vaping improves cardiovascular function after only one month of use. Isn't that another big plus ?
  4. The combustion of cigarettes releases about 4000 toxic substances, not to mention it burns our taste buds. With vaping, we not only say goodbye to these substances, but we also improve our sense of taste and smell !
  5. With vaping, no more tobacco smell and second-hand smoking ! Because in addition to smelling good, it has been proven that it doesn’t generate passive vaping. For more information, please read our article on the subject.
  6. With vaping, you could save money. Vaping generally costs less than traditional cigarettes.
  7. And the best of all arguments, is that with vaping you’ll enjoy quitting smoking ! And that's the best !

Do you still have doubts ? Here’s a small article that compares traditional cigarettes with e-cigarettes.

How do I pick the material and liquid to give ?


It’s very simple to start smoking, you only have to pick the brand. With vaping, it's a little more complex. Type of draw, type of material, e-liquid, nicotine...you’ve got a lot of choices !

Our advice in a nutshell

  1. Why not test the water ? For example, you can have your equipment and liquids tested by the person in question. What are his reactions ? Is there any reluctance ? What did the person particularly like or dislike ? This is valuable information that will allow you to make the best choice.
  2. Picking the material : very often a smoker will seek the same sensation as with cigarettes. It’s therefore better to bet on an e-cig with a tight draw or on a model that allows you to switch from one type of draw to another.
  3. Picking the liquid : to start vaping, we generally recommend picking simple flavours, such as tobacco / apple / strawberry / etc. Later, flavour blends are best appreciated. But considering that vaping offers new sensations compared to cigarettes, let’s avoid having too much information at once !
  4. Picking the nicotine level : if in doubt, it’s better to go too low than too high ! Generally, it’s recommended to start between 6 and 12mg/ml depending on the number of cigarettes the person was smoking and the material picked.

Some products recommended by Sweetch


By combining efficiency and autonomy, here’s the material we recommend based on the current habits of the person who’ll use it :

For the material :

  • Someone you’re close to smokes a pack or more a day ? Give them the Cube + Zenith Sweetch kit ! With a 4ml capacity and excellent autonomy it will last all day long. The box is easy to use, and this atomizer is a reference for MTL draw (similar to a traditional cigarette).
  • Does he or she smoke 15 cigarettes a day ? Innokin's Coolfire mini kit or Vaporesso's Target Mini 2 kit will delight those looking for discretion. Compact and design, they have it all !
  • Less than 10 cigarettes a day ? They’ll love Eleaf's IJust mini kit. It’s easy to use and you can switch from tight to an aerial vaping.
  • For a shisha fan who smokes 10 to 20 cigarettes a day ? The Tarot Baby + NRG SE or Vaporesso’s Swag kit will be the ideal choice.

For e-liquids :

  • The Start range : American tobacco, caramelized tobacco, strawberry, mint or red apple. Simple flavours developed specifically for beginners, that can also appeal to all types of vapers.
  • Nicvape : Turkish, Carolina, Havana. These liquids will delight tobacco flavour lovers !
  • Would you rather bet on small sizes ? VDLV offers a huge selection of liquids in 10ml, including the much-loved Hampton, Apple and Fresh Mint.

Don't know what to choose ? The easiest way is to go to one of our shops in Geneva (Eaux-Vives / Plainpalais), Lausanne, Nyon or Neuchâtel and to ask for the advice of our experts.

Still can't make up your mind ? You can find gift vouchers in shops or on our website !

Conclusion


There are plenty of good arguments for giving a vape ! Reduced health risks and costs compared to smoking. No more smells and bad breath. And no passive vaping.

The best argument is that vaping saves lives ! Isn't that a nice gift to give to someone you love ?

Dear Reader, thank you for your attention. We appreciate your interest in reading this article and your loyalty to our brand.

The Sweetch Team