We’ve all been guilty of forgetting that we left our
juice bottle outside on a hot day, or inside a car that was parked in direct
sunlight. Many times, we can just grab
that bottle once we remember where we left it and go on vaping like we normally
would. But, still, it’s always best to
avoid exposing your vape juice to high heat, especially if it contains salt-based
nicotine.
So, what happens to e-liquid that gets too hot? As you’ll learn, it can definitely prevent
you from enjoying a truly satisfying vape.
After reading this article, you’ll likely be more careful with where you
leave your juice from this point on.
What Happens When Salt Nic E-Liquid Gets
Too Hot?
Salt nic e-liquids consists of five ingredients:
- Salt-based nicotine
- Benzoic acid
- Flavoring
- Vegetable glycerin (VG)
- Propylene glycol (PG)
Each of these ingredients boasts its own molecular
composition, and when these ingredients are combined, they become homogenized
so that all of the molecules are evenly integrated.
However, certain conditions can cause those molecules
to detach from each other, bond with other molecules and evaporate. The most common conditions are bright light
and high heat. The process that occurs
is known as oxidization, and it’s the same thing that happens when you steep
e-liquid.
Now, as you may know, steeping is a promoted practice
as it intensifies the vape juice flavor.
However, steeping occurs when e-liquid has been oxidized only slightly,
and in a controlled environment.
Over-steeping results in an unstable liquid that’s lost its flavor and
nicotine potency, and its consistency may become so thick that the coil is
unable to heat it properly, resulting in a product that just can’t turn into
vapor.
If you leave your nic salt e-juice out in high heat
for too long a period of time, it will likely over-oxidize, which means that it
will be ruined.
Does This Happen with Freebase E-Liquid as
Well?
Any e-liquid can over-oxidize under specific conditions. Freebase liquid can also be ruined by
exposure to high heat. However, salt nic
juice is more at risk of this occurring because of benzoic acid, the ingredient
that allows salt nic juice to be as potent as it is without becoming
harsh. Benzoic acid can act as an
antagonist under conditions like high heat and bright light, causing the
molecules to break down at a far more rapid pace.
Is Overheated Salt-Based E-Juice Unsafe to
Use?
While over-steeping can destroy the integrity of your
batch, it doesn’t make it unsafe to vape.
There’s nothing in e-juice that would rot and become dangerous to
consume.
How Can I Tell if my Nic Salt E-Liquid Has
Been Damaged by Heat?
You’ll know that your e-liquid is no longer good after
being exposed to high heat because it will look, smell and taste strange. Visually, you’ll notice that the juice has
taken on a syrupy quality, and your coil just won’t be able to turn that into
vapor. Meanwhile, its aroma will be
slightly off, and its flavor will likely be weak and far different from the way
it was when you first purchased the bottle.
How Can I Prevent my Salt Nic E-Juice from
Becoming Overheated?
Obviously, the best thing you can do is keep your
bottles out of high heat. Don’t leave
your e-liquids outdoors or in your car during the summer. It’s always best to store your juice bottles
in places that are cool and dark such as cabinets and closets.
Nicotine Salt E-Liquids Can Definitely Be
Ruined by Exposure to High Heat
Luckily, it’s easy to make sure that your e-liquid
stays out of super-hot environments. Use
this guide to keep that salt nicotine liquid safe all summer long.
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