An e-cigarette requires regular maintenance ; whether it's a matter of hygiene or to make it last, it's essential to take good care of it.
Here's everything you need to know to clean your e-cigarette the right way!
What products should you use to maintain your e-cigarette?
There are several ways to effectively clean your e-cigarette: plain water, soapy water, dish soap, white vinegar, baking soda, rubbing alcohol… Some e-cigarette brands also offer kits that include maintenance products for e-cigarette. The key is to use lukewarm liquid—definitely not hot—so as not to damage the seals and other parts.
Also, be careful about which parts of the cigarette you expose to liquid; not all parts are waterproof, such as the battery, the coil, and the mod.
How to Clean Your E-Cigarette in 3 Steps
Here's how to clean your e-cigarette in no time!
Disassemble
To clean your e-cigarette properly, it's important to disassemble the various parts its components: the drip tip, the tank, the clearomizer, the coil, and the battery.
Clean
In order to reach every nook and cranny, Using a cotton swab is a very good method, simply soak it in the cleaning solution of your choice and clean the affected area. You can also soak certain parts of your e-cigarette in lukewarm water for half an hour. Be careful about which parts you expose to water; if in doubt, contact a retailer specializing in e-cigarettes who can advise you. For any parts that aren’t waterproof, use a slightly damp cloth.
If you have a touchscreen, be sure to lock the interface before cleaning, or you might accidentally disrupt its functionality.
Wipe
Finally, don't forget toWipe down each room with a clean cloth ; microfiber cloths are ideal because they don't leave any streaks. Then, you can reassemble your e-cigarette and use it.
When should you clean your e-cigarette?
Cleaning your e-cigarette is good, but doing it regularly is better. An e-cigarette gets dirty very quickly. It’s handled by your hands and carried in your bag or pockets, so your device is constantly exposed to germs, dust, and other dirt.
Even though some parts of the e-cigarette get dirty more quickly—such as the drip tip—it’s essential to clean it regularly. In fact, the drip tip is the part that requires the most care, since it’s the tip that comes into direct contact with your mouth. It can usually be easily disassembled for replacement or cleaning.
Every other day is a good frequency to clean your e-cigarette. Make this a part of your daily routine—it will keep your e-cigarette cleaner and save you money!
How can you make your e-cigarette last longer?
To make your e-cigarette last as long as possible, regular cleaning is necessary. Also, where you store it is important. Be sure to put it in a clean environment, such as a dedicated case, which will help protect it as much as possible from bumps and dirt—unlike a jacket pocket, for example…
Also, since an e-cigarette is an electronic device, it’s important to replace the coil regularly by following the advice of your specialty retailer—or ours, since you can contact us at any time!