Your 30-Day Plan to Switch from Smoking to Vaping

If you’re thinking about quitting cigarettes this April, you’re not alone. VApril 2026 is a great time to make a change. It’s a UK campaign that supports adult smokers who want to move away from cigarettes, often by switching to vaping. Looking for a simple way to quit smoking? This VApril 2026 guide gives you […]

Having trouble choosing the best Innokin vape for you? Our experts review several devices and explain who each kit is suitable for, from beginners to more advanced vapers and everyone in between.

Launched in 2019, OXVA is fairly new to the vaping industry but has certainly wasted no time settling in. Over the last five years, OXVA has quickly climbed the ranks to become a leading vape brand sitting amongst vape giants such as Aspire, GeekVape, Innokin, SMOK and UWELL.

The truth about vaping is simple: vaping is 95% less harmful than smoking and is one of the most effective tools to help smokers quit. Despite the statistics, there are tons of vaping myths and misconceptions preventing smokers from making the switch; the most concerning of which revolve around unsubstantiated vape health risks. From popcorn lung to EVALI, we’re clearing up the most common vaping myths and presenting you with the scientific facts about swapping to stop.

Heat-not-burn cigarettes do exactly what they say on the tin: heat tobacco without burning it. Up to now, heat-not-burn cigarettes have been advertised as less harmful alternatives to conventional cigarettes. However, there is very limited research to support this claim. Research on the safety of using heat-not-burn products is ongoing, and there is currently no […]

Read this guide that explains how to use vaping as a tool to quit smoking for good. We explain the best vapes to quit smoking and back it up with research from accredited and trusted sources.

Accessible and affordable, rechargeable cigalikes are the ideal starting point for ex-smokers. Here’s everything you need to know about using cigalike vapes as a beginner.

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Vaping for Beginners Everything You Need to Know About Cigalike Vapes This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   The Cigalike was the very first iteration of an e-cigarette, first coming to market in 2003. Chinese pharmacist Hon Lik developed the Cigalike vape after losing his father to lung cancer. Designed to […]

Across the Internet and in physical stores Ten Motives customers are finding that retailers like Tesco, Morrisons, Co-op, Asda and Sainsbury's are out of stock of 10 Motives batteries.

A comprehensive rundown of the BAR LAB and CLASSIC e-liquid ranges available from OK Vape written by an experienced vaper.

Vaping for Beginners What Do Vapes Cost? A Guide to Vape Prices This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Smoking is an expensive habit costing the average smoker thousands of pounds each year. As the cost of living continues to increase, we’re all looking for ways to reduce our expenses and […]

Vaping for Beginners What Wattage Should I Vape At? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Wattage has a big part to play in vaping. Responsible for changing the temperature you vape at, wattage has the power to alter everything including the style, flavour and throat hit of your vape. How […]

Vaping for Beginners Is Vaping Cheaper Than Smoking? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Smoking is an expensive habit that costs the average smoker upwards of £4,000 a year.* Vaping, on the other hand, is considerably cheaper with the potential to save ex-smokers up to £780 a year. More so, […]

Vaping for Beginners The Best Vapes for Beginners: A Starter Kit Guide This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Making the switch from smoking to vaping marks the start of your journey to better health. But, with hundreds of vaping products to choose from and multiple ways to vape, the initial […]

Vaping for Beginners How to Vape: A Beginner’s Guide to Inhaling This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   With hundreds of e-liquids and e-cigarette devices to choose from, the transition from smoking to vaping can be an overwhelming and confusing process to get to grips with. With no one-size-fits-all solution, cutting […]

Vaping for Beginners What Happens When You Quit Smoking & Start Vaping? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Smoking is the biggest preventable cause of ill health, disability and death in the UK.[1] That makes transitioning from smoking to vaping the single best thing smokers can do for their health […]

Vaping for Beginners When and How to Change a Vape Coil This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   What is a Vape Coil? The coil is an integral part of all of vape kits and e cigarettes. They contain the wicking material (usually cotton) which soaks up your e-liquid, and the […]

Vaping for Beginners What Is 50/50 E-Liquid? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   In short, 50/50 e-liquid is vape juice with a balanced 50% ratio of the main e liquid ingredients; propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin. These ingredients are otherwise known as PG & VG and are important in helping […]

A Beginners Guide to Vaping A simple, clear beginners guide to buying your first e-cigarette or vape kit Getting Started With E-Cigarettes Making the Switch So, you want to make the switch from smoking to vaping? That’s great news! If you’re completely new to vaping this guide will walk you through three simple steps to […]

Vaping for Beginners How to Get The Best Flavour From Your Vape The three most important things when it comes to getting a truly satisfying vape are throat hit, vapour density and flavour. Everybody’s tastes and requirements are different, so it can take a little time to find your perfect combination. To get the right […]

Vaping for Beginners Types of E liquid & How To Choose One What Are E-Liquids? E-liquid, otherwise known as ‘vape liquid’ or ‘vape juice’, is the fluid used in vape kits and electronic cigarettes to create flavoured vapour. E liquids are made from 3 main ingredients; vegetable glycerine, propylene glycol and flavourings. Most e liquids […]

Vaping for Beginners What Are Nicotine Salts? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Nicotine salts are made from nicotine extracted from the tobacco leaf and bonded with benzoic acid. The salts vaporise at a lower temperature and with a lower pH level than freebase nicotine (the nicotine used in most […]

Vaping for Beginners What Does MTL & DTL Mean? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   When choosing a vape kit or e cigarette, you may come across the terms ‘MTL’ and ‘DTL’. These are acronyms for the terms ‘mouth to lung’ and  ‘direct to lung’. These terms define the different […]

Vaping for Beginners Why & How To Prime A Vape Coil This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   What is a Vape Coil? Nowadays, most e cigs or vape kits that are ‘open systems’ (i.e. with a refillable tank) feature replaceable ‘atomizer heads’. These are often just referred to as ‘coils’ […]

Vaping for Beginners What is Sub Ohm or DTL/Direct to Lung Vaping? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Ever seen a vaper exhaling big plumes of vapour and wondered what it’s all about, or heard the term ‘sub ohm’ but have no idea what it means? In short, sub ohm […]

Vaping for Beginners Choosing a Vape Kit This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   Whether you are choosing your very first e-cigarette or you already vape and are looking to upgrade your kit, it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the various types of vape kit available. We’ve broken these […]

Vaping for Beginners What Are the Different Types of Vapes & E-Cigarettes? This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   One of the biggest barriers to stopping smoking is the perceived difficulty of transitioning from smoking to vaping. There are four main types of vapes to choose from, each catering to different […]

Vaping for Beginners Choosing a Nicotine Strength – Refills & E-Liquids If you are new to vaping, you may be wondering which nicotine strength you should start with. This depends on various factors including your current nicotine habits and which vape kit or e cigarette you will be using. Everyone is different and you may […]

Vaping for Beginners What Do VG and PG Mean? Vape Juice Ingredients Explained This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   VG and PG are food-safe liquids that make up the bulk of an e-liquid or vape juice. PG stands for ‘propylene glycol’ and VG stands for ‘vegetable glycerine. Almost all vape […]

When were vapes invented? Learn the history of e-cigarettes, from the very first patent to the rise in popularity in the 2000s and looking to the future.

Vaping for Beginners E-Cigarette & Vaping Glossary This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   For those who are new to vaping, there are many terms that you’ll find unfamiliar. The language can seem confusing at first, especially when many places use it without any explanation. We have put together this handy […]

Vaping for Beginners Essentials For New E-Cigarette Users This article was written by | Published: | Last updated:   If you’re thinking of making the switch to e-cigarettes, there are a few things you’ll need to know to get started. We recommend starting off with our Beginners Guide to Vaping to learn a little more […]