How to vape properly: rules, techniques and rings
The idea behind vaporization is to heat dried flowers, herbal mixtures or even concentrates to a temperature at which the active ingredients begin to evaporate. This produces a vapour that is inhaled. HHC and its compounds enter the lungs, then the blood and the onset of effects is almost immediate.
Choosing the right vaporizer
Proper vaporisation is based on a few rules. Step number one is to choose the right vaporizer. This can be vaporizer pens, portable vaporizers , or even desktop vaporizers. There are also different types of devices for specific substances.
Vaporizers can be classified according to three basic criteria:
- According to the functions they offer
- According to the energy source for heating
- According to the method of heating the dried cannabis
Each vaporizer has its own specific instructions, which you should read before using your new device for the first time. You can't do without a proper understanding and setup of your vaporizer.
Vaporizer pens are essentially small vaporizers shaped like electronic cigarettes or pens. They have the advantage of discretion, low cost and ease of use. Slightly larger than vaporizer pens are portable vaporizers, most are rechargeable, but you can also find portable butane or fire vaporizers Desktop vaporizers require hard wiring, but offer a range of features and high vapor quality through convection heating.
A key component of any vaporizer is a special chamber, most often made of ceramic or steel. It is used for heating. In the vast majority of vaporizers available, the heating can be manually controlled. The maximum possible temperature of the chamber is adjustable to 240 degrees Celsius.
Something a little different suits every vaping enthusiast. Browse through the different options to find the vaporizer that's right for your needs.
What can be vaped
If you already have a vaporizer at home, choose the right cartridge. You can choose from dry herbs or concentrates (waxes, extracts or even oils and drops).
HHC products can give you a stimulating and relaxing effect. They stimulate the appetite, can expand sensory perception and improve mood. HHC flowers induce an uplifting mood and relieve nausea. HHC extracts and HHC oils and drops, such as the popular Euphoria HHC, have similar effects.
Correct temperature setting
The ideal vaporisation point is around 170 °C, even though cannabinoids start to vaporise at 140 °C. At this temperature, the active cannabinoids in the cannabis are converted into a vapour that can be comfortably inhaled. However, each specific substance has a different recommended heating temperature, as shown in the table below.
| Substance | Heating temperature |
| CBD | 160 to 180 °C |
| CBN | 185 °C |
| CBG | 105 °C |
| CBC | 220 °C |
| THC | 157 °C |
If you don't have a vaporizer with a precise temperature setting at home, don't despair. You can still enjoy the taste and pleasure of vaporising dried flowers. However, do not heat up the vaporizer for too long and start vaping as soon as you start the device.
How to vape
Then you can get down to the actual vaping technique. After heating up, the coats should not be too long. One to two seconds at most. Enjoy the vapor in your mouth first and then draw it into your lungs.
Hold it there for a few seconds and then exhale slowly. If you want to create a really thick vapour, puff for no more than five seconds at a time.
How often to vape
Keep at least 20 seconds between puffs. Because vaporizers are not built for vaping too often. They shorten their lifespan and, in extreme cases, can even burn out the coils completely.
Vaping experts recommend that you should vape no more than 20 times in a row without much of a break. After that, give your body and vaporizer at least half an hour. Even more ideal is to leave the vaporizer lying around for at least an hour.
Vaping methods
There are two vaping methods to choose from. The first is the „mouth to lung“ method, which is the method used for traditional cigarettes. The idea is that you should draw the vapour into your mouth first and then into your lungs.
If you are switching from conventional smoking, this could be the ideal method for you. The disadvantage of the mouth to lung method is that the technique is not built for inhaling large amounts of vapour. In this case, you would be at risk of damaging the vaporizer.
The second method involves vaporizing directly into the lungs. This method is reminiscent of puffing from a popular hookah. More vapour is produced and is often associated with a greater vaping experience. However, it is not a puffing experience, as you simply inhale through the vaporizer.
How to vape rings
There are all sorts of tricks to vaping, and specifically the direct-to-lung method. Typically, these are rings. JHow to do them? Inhale the vapor and slide your tongue as far down your throat as possible. Let it lie loose on the lower palate. With your mouth, form an "O" shape, pucker your lips and try to pronounce the letter "U".
Then comes the hardest part. Push out a small amount of air through the diaphragm. The steam should come out with it.
If you don't succeed on your first try, don't despair. It'll come together in time. Try again, varying the position of your tongue, lips and the intensity of your exhalation. Just keep trying. Practice in an enclosed room where you won't be disturbed by the airflow. Try it in front of a mirror.
You'll master the technique in a few days. It just takes time, practice and a little patience. Eventually, you will become a pro and you will have opportunities to play with the shape, speed or density of your ring.
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