The Truth About Nicotine: Why Some People May Never Quit
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The Truth About Nicotine: Why Some People May Never Quit

Introduction: Nicotine, a stimulant found in various tobacco and vaping products, has long been a subject of controversy and debate. While many individuals strive to quit nicotine use due to health...

Beginner's Guide to VapingUnveiling the Surprising Health Benefits of Nicotine

Unveiling the Surprising Health Benefits of Nicotine

Unveiling the Surprising Health Benefits of Nicotine In today's health-conscious society, nicotine often finds itself at the center of controversy. Renowned for its addictive properties and associa...

Bartenders and AlcoholCrafting Your Own E-Juice: A Beginner's Guide to DIY Vaping

Crafting Your Own E-Juice: A Beginner's Guide to DIY Vaping

In recent years, vaping has surged in popularity as an alternative to traditional smoking. While many vapers enjoy exploring the myriad of flavors available in the market, some enthusiasts prefer t...

AdvocacyVaping as a Harm Reduction Tool in the UK and the USA

Vaping as a Harm Reduction Tool in the UK and the USA

  In the ongoing discourse surrounding vaping, it's evident that the United Kingdom and the United States hold divergent views on its role and implications. While the UK appears more open to embrac...

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Vitamin E Acetate's Link to THC Vaporizers

CDC and FDA recommend that people not use THC-containing e-cigarette, or vaping, products, particularly from informal sources like friends, family, or in-person or online dealers

Ohio Tobacco Tax Management bill Passes

Ohio Tobacco Tax Management bill Passes

HB 513, one of the bills that may be a slight break for vape sellers, has passed. Described as a “tax deduction for cigarette wholesalers when retailers fail to pay”, this may be one of the few pie...

Vaping Laws: State by State

Vaping Laws: State by State

With vaping laws changing daily, and new regulations being introduced by state governments and the FDA, it can be hard to know what is legal anymore when it comes to vaping and e cigarettes. Luck f...

ruthless blogMyths and Facts: Debunking Common Misconceptions about Vaping

Myths and Facts: Debunking Common Misconceptions about Vaping

In the world of smoking alternatives, vaping has quickly emerged as a popular choice. Yet, despite its growing acceptance, numerous myths and misconceptions surrounding vaping persist. This article...

ruthless blogPersonal Stories of Transitioning from Traditional Cigarettes to Vaping.

Personal Stories of Transitioning from Traditional Cigarettes to Vaping.

The path that leads from the clutches of tobacco addiction towards liberation is often long, winding, and fraught with challenges. The potent combination of nicotine dependency, habitual smoking ro...

ruthless blogVaper`s Tongue: Does Disposable  E-Cigarettes Can Diminish Your Taste Buds

Vaper`s Tongue: Does Disposable E-Cigarettes Can Diminish Your Taste Buds

The term "vape tongue" has been coined to describe the diminished sensitivity of taste buds that some vapers are experiencing. It is thought to occur due to the dehydration and dry mouth caused by ...

ruthless blogDoes Vaping Fall into the Same Category of Harm as Smoking?

Does Vaping Fall into the Same Category of Harm as Smoking?

The idea of an electronic cigarette was first proposed by Joseph Robinson in 1927. He filed a patent for a device he called a 'Mechanical Butane Ignition'. But it wasn't until the mid-20th century ...

U.S. FDA Issues 'Import Alert' to 30 Vape Companies

U.S. FDA Issues 'Import Alert' to 30 Vape Companies

Import Alert 98-06 is an alert issued by the FDA in May 2023, which allows for the detention of new tobacco products without physical examination if they lack required marketing authorization from ...

EBDesign - Elf Bar's New Name

EBDesign - Elf Bar's New Name

iMiracle’s Elf bar, one of the most recognizable disposable vapes, will be using another name in the U.S. soon due to an ongoing trademark infringement case. The disposable will be sold under the n...

HR 901 - Prioritization of Enforcement of Disposable Vapes

HR 901 - Prioritization of Enforcement of Disposable Vapes

After disposables have taken over the U.S market, Representative Cherfilus-McCormick from Florida has introduced a new bill to focus on them. HR901 would push the FDA to focus enforcement attention...

Vuse Menthol Refills Denied Marketing

Vuse Menthol Refills Denied Marketing

Two of the earliest vape devices to be approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) through the PMTA gateway (Pre-Market Tobacco Application) have had their menthol flavored refills denied. B...

Taiwan Bans Electronic Cigarettes

Taiwan Bans Electronic Cigarettes

Taiwan has recently passed a new piece of legislation, the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act. The law follows a survey by Taiwan’s Health Promotion Administration (HPA) showing an increase in electron...

HB513 - A Bill to Restrain Tobacco Laws

HB513 - A Bill to Restrain Tobacco Laws

Very rarely do bills nowadays even touch upon the idea of protecting tobacco, so House Bill 513 (HB513) from Ohio is a notable bill in itself. A majority of the bill deals with tobacco taxes and de...

Swedish Match Snus And Nicotine Pouch Company Bought by PMI

Swedish Match Snus And Nicotine Pouch Company Bought by PMI

Phillip Morris International (PMI) had bought Swedish Match, a company known for its snus and tobacco pouches. Swedish Match is an interesting tobacco company - it is a tobacco company that doesn’t...

Menthol Vape Pens From Logic Receive MDOs

Menthol Vape Pens From Logic Receive MDOs

Many Marketing Denial Orders (MDOs) have already been issued for vaping products. However, a large number of menthol vapes have been stuck awaiting a decision from the FDA. Menthol vapes were in an...

Juul and Altria End Non-Compete Agreement

Juul and Altria End Non-Compete Agreement

Once, Juul was a company that dominated the vaping industry by a huge margin. Recently, Juul has been going through rough times. Juul has also ended a non-compete agreement with their parent compan...