A Guide to Nic Salt E-Liquid
Discover a new world of vaping innovation with our range of salt nicotine e-liquids, boasting strengths of up to 20mg and an array of mouth-watering flavours. Dive into the latest innovation in vaping, where nicotine salt e-liquids offer a turbo-charged method of nicotine delivery, ensuring you get your fix in record time to curb your cravings faster than traditional freebase e-liquids.
10ml nic salt e-liquids are an ideal pairing for anyone using MTL pod vape kits and low-powered pen kits, for a smooth throat hit even when vaping higher nicotine strengths. Nic salts efficient nicotine delivery means that your cravings are satisfied quicker, potentially leading to less vaping and saving you money in the long run.
We carry some of the best nic salt e-liquid brands available in the UK, including Elfliq by Elf Bar, Elux Legend, Maryliq by Lost Mary, Firerose by Elux, IVG Salt, Nastyliq by Nasty Juice, Bar Juice, Hayati Pro Max Salts and SKE Crystal Nic Salts.
Say goodbye to harsh throat hits and hello to instant nicotine satisfaction. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned vaper, nic salts are your ticket to a smoother and more enjoyable vaping experience.
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What is Nicotine Salt E-Liquid?
Nicotine salt, often abbreviated to ‘nic salt’ is a naturally forming nicotine extracted from tobacco leaves that has been enhanced with the addition of organic acids, changing the mixture from a free base (regular e-liquid) to a protonated salt (nic salt). The addition of acid (usually benzoic acid) to the mix provides a more balanced pH, delivering a more comfortable sensation on the throat for a smoother and less harsh nicotine hit.
The speed in which the nicotine is absorbed into the bloodstream is also effected, ramping up the nicotine delivery speed to closely match that of traditional cigarette smoking. This results in a faster nicotine hit to keep your nicotine cravings at bay for longer periods.
Nicotine Salt E-Liquid Benefits
Higher Nicotine Levels
Nic salt vape juices are available in higher nicotine levels, with 20mg/ml or 2% being the highest nicotine strength legally allowed in the UK following TPD regulations.
High strength salt-based nicotine e-liquids can be especially advantageous for those looking to quit smoking cigarettes, providing a stronger, longer-lasting and more satisfying experience.
Unlike high strength freebase nicotine e-liquids, 20mg nic salts provide a smoother and more comfortable throat hit.
Nicotine salt e-liquid strengths include, 5mg, 10mg and 20mg to match your personal vaping preferences.
Smooth Throat Hit
Nicotine salts are a type of natural forming nicotine found in the leaves of tobacco and specially formulated with the addition of acid (usually benzoic acid, sometimes citric acid), which lowers the pH level of the nicotine reducing the alkalinity. The addition of acid offers many benefits including allowing high strength nicotine salt flavours to provide a smooth, gentle and more enjoyable throat hit when compared to freebase nicotine e-liquids with a higher pH level.
High strength freebase vape juice flavours like 18mg e-liquids, deliver a strong and quite harsh throat hit which in some cases can feel unpleasant, and the nicotine is absorbed more slowly.
At Vapeliquids, we offer one of the widest arrays of nicotine salt vape juice brands and vaping devices in the UK, facilitating a smooth transition for those switching from smoking to vaping.
Quickly Absorbed into the Bloodstream
The addition of benzoic acid to salt nicotine vape liquid, makes the liquid more absorbent and biologically available to our bodies. As a result salt nicotine e-liquids are incredibly fast acting and can be absorbed into the body more rapidly (within 6 seconds).
Long-Lasting Satisfaction
Nic salt liquids provide longer-lasting satisfaction, this is due to the combination of higher nicotine strengths and enhanced nicotine absorption by your body. As a result you can get your nicotine fix in as little as a few puffs, ideal for those who can’t vape as frequently.
Selecting the right nic salt e-liquid strengths for your needs is important for nicotine satisfaction with intense flavours.
Cheaper
Nic salts effectively deliver nicotine into your bloodstream to help curb your nicotine cravings faster and in a higher dose, which results in longer lasting satisfaction. As a result you won’t need to vape as much e-liquid to reach your desired nicotine hit offering a more cost effective vaping solution.
Nic salt liquids are compatible with low-powered MTL pod system kits and pen kits, which are beginner-friendly and inexpensive to purchase.
Bold Flavours
Conventional freebase nicotine e-liquids are stronger on the throat, which in some cases causes the e-liquid flavour to be muted. When vaping nic salts you will experience minimal flavour limitations with more complex flavour profiles in your e-liquid for a more enjoyable vaping experience.
Nic salt vape juice flavours are available in a wide selection of flavour profiles, with Tobacco and Menthol being the first flavours most ex-smokers try when transitioning from smoking to vaping. When you are ready, you can explore our wide range of mouth-watering flavours from fruits and candy, to desserts and drinks and everything in-between.
User Friendly Devices
Nic salts work exceptionally well in refillable pod system vape kits which are both easy to use and cheap to purchase. These kits are compact, lightweight and highly portable, designed for on-the-go vaping.
The 50/50 PG/VG nic salt mix requires a low-powered vape device purpose built to output low-wattages. Pod vape kits are user-friendly and require no prior knowledge if you are new to vaping. Avoid devices that are overly complicated and they will be easy to operate with hassle-free maintenance. Draw on the mouthpiece and let the inhale-activation function kick in for almost instant nicotine delivery.
Longer-Lasting Freshness
Nicotine salt-based vape juices are more chemically stable (lower pH level) compared to regular freebase liquids, therefore they degrade at a slower rate.
Most e-liquids have a shelf life of around 2 years from the date they were manufactured. All e-liquids, including nic salts should be stored in a cool, dry and dark place and only opened when you are ready to use them. Follow the best before expiry date for the optimal flavour and vaping experience.
Who Are Nicotine Salt E-Liquids For?
Nic salts are an ideal choice for all MTL vapers, especially for those new to vaping who require a larger dose of nicotine in their e-liquid along with super-effective nicotine delivery. Nic salts deliver a fast dose of nicotine at a similar speed to regular cigarettes (Approx. 6 seconds), helping bridge the gap between smoking and vaping efficiently, keeping those nicotine cravings at bay.
Nicotine salt e-liquids are much smoother on the throat, even when using powerful e-liquid strengths, allowing you to vape strong nicotine levels more comfortably. If you prefer low and medium strengths, we carry 5mg and 10mg nic salts, at prices to suit all budgets.
Pod vaping systems have been specifically designed to work well with salt nicotine e-liquids, some vape hardware manufacturers have even released nicotine salt optimised coils to deliver superior performance. If you prefer mouth-to-lung vaping with low-wattages and high resistance coils, then salt e-liquids are the perfect choice.
Nic salt e-liquids are most commonly formulated with a 50/50 VG/PG mix which produce less dense clouds, ideal for stealth vaping sessions. Nicotine salt-based juices have many benefits over freebase liquids making them a go-to choice for UK vapers.
Salt Nicotine vs Regular Vape Juice
Nic Salt
- Smooth and comfortable throat hit, especially when using high nicotine strengths
- Faster nicotine absorption into the bloodstream
- Low pH level
- Stronger flavour, less flavour dilution
- Mouth to lung vaping (MTL)
- Contains benzoic or citric acid
- More discreet cloud production (50% PG mix)
- Medium to high nicotine strength options (5mg/10mg/20mg)
- Longer shelf life
- Best suits lower wattage devices
Regular Freebase
- Harsher throat hit, especially when using high nicotine strengths
- Slower nicotine absorption into the bloodstream
- High pH level
- Weaker flavour, more flavour dilution
- Mouth to lung and direct to lung vaping (MTL/DTL)
- Contains no additives
- Larger cloud production (70% VG mix)
- Nicotine-free, medium and high nicotine strength options (0mg/3mg/6mg/12mg/18mg)
- Shorter shelf life
- Suits both lower and higher wattage devices (depending on PG/VG ratio)
Nicotine Salt E-Liquid Ingredients
- Propylene Glycol (PG)
- Vegetable Glycerine (VG)
Both PG and VG are the two base liquids that you will find in all bottles of e-liquid. These two diluents are the carrier for the e-liquid, carrying flavourings and nicotine. When vape juice is heated by a vape coil it produces an aerosol that can be inhaled. When PG and VG is vapourised it creates vape clouds, along with an inhale that mimics a real smoking sensation. Salts e-liquids are most commonly available in a ratio of 50/50 PG/VG.
- Nicotine Salt
Nicotine salts are a special formulation of nicotine which allows for a higher strength of nicotine to be vaped without the harshness. Expect a smooth, gentle and comfortable throat hit. Available in 5mg (0.5%), 10mg (1%) and 20mg (2%).
- Flavourings
Vape juices come in a variety of flavours, including tobacco, menthol/mint, candy, dessert, fruit, ice, bakery, soda, etc.
Nicotine Salt FAQ’s
Why are Nic Salts so High in Nicotine?
Nic salts aren’t always high in nicotine, they are mostly available 5mg, 10mg and 20mg nicotine strengths, offering a range of e-liquid strengths for all vapers. Nicotine salts are blended with benzoic acid which allows for more effective absorption into the bloodstream, a stronger nicotine hit and a less harsh throat feel. Therefore nic salts satisfy cravings quicker and more effectively compared to traditional freebase liquids.
Do Coils Last Longer with Nic Salts?
Nicotine salt vape juices are generally mixed with a 50/50 VG/PG ratio. This blend of nic salt e-liquid ingredients in equal parts will burn coils at a slower rate (when compared to VG-heavy blends).
When using vape juices with a 50/50 PG/VG ratio, you can expect your coil to last approximately a week or two before needing replacement, ensuring consistent performance and flavour.
You can prolong the lifespan of your vape coils by priming your coils before use (allowing time for your e-liquid to fully saturate the cotton wicking material in your coils), keeping your e-liquid levels topped up, and cleaning your pod or tank when replacing out used coils.
Who Invented Nic Salts?
Nic salts were invented in 2015 by Pax Labs, the manufacturers of JUUL whilst looking to create a vaping experience similar to smoking. A 20 person team headed by research scientist Xing helped invent nicotine salts, they found a way to amplify the level and rate of nicotine delivery, whilst being less harsh and less bitter. The smoother experience of nicotine delivery made JUUL one of the world’s fastest-growing vape companies.
Why Are Nic Salts Only Available in 10ml Bottles?
Nic salt e-liquids containing nicotine are packaged in 10ml bottles in the UK to comply with TPD EU regulations, which impose restrictions on the sale of nicotine-based e-liquids, limiting them to a maximum volume of 10ml.
Is Vaping Nic Salts Bad for You?
If you were never a smoker or vaper, or under 18 years of age you should not be using nic salts, or any vaping products at all due to the addictive nature of nicotine. If you were a smoker, according to the NHS, using e-cigarettes is far less harmful than cigarettes, and can help you quit for good.
The only difference between nic salt and regular freebase e-liquid is the addition of benzoic or citric acid to give a more balanced pH which as a result provides a smooth throat hit and enhances absorption.
Whilst nicotine is addictive, it is relatively harmless. E-cigarettes do not produce tar or carbon monoxide, two of the most harmful elements in tobacco smoke.
Neither style of e-liquid is worse or better. When using nic salts studies have found that vapers consume less e-liquid due to the effectiveness of nicotine delivery, therefore nic salts could be a better choice if you are looking to lower your dose of nicotine.
There’s no need to worry when choosing nic salt e-liquids over regular freebase options, as they are neither more or less harmful.
What’s the Difference Between 5mg, 10mg and 20mg Nic Salts?
Nic salts are most commonly available in 10mg and 20mg, with a few companies recently introducing 5mg.
- 5mg or 0.5%: Suited to light smokers who were smoking 1-5 cigarettes each day
- 10mg or 1%: Suited to medium smokers who were smoking 5-10 cigarettes each day
- 20mg or 2%: Suited to heavy smokers who were smoking more than 10 cigarettes each day
