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Perhaps the last thing on your mind as the colder months start to settle in is your vaping experience. While many think that the cold won't necessarily affect your vape and e-juice, the truth is, you may want to be more cautious about vaping in the cold for now.

While vaping issues aren't expected during the cold weather, there are some components in your e-juice that could end up freezing away during the cold, so it's worth being prepared, so you know what to expect and how to deal with it. 

If you're wondering how you should vape during the winter months, keep reading. We'll give you the lowdown on what happens when the temperature hits an all-time low and how it affects your vaping experience. 

Can E-Juice Freeze in the Cold?

While many won't expect any problems with their e-juice during the winter, that truth is far from that. Even if there is an antifreeze component, the truth is, it's pretty much non-toxic and won't do much with the cold. 

PG still freezes because it starts to freeze at a very cold temperature of -59ºC or -74ºF. But if you're caught in that temperature, your vape is the least of your worries. 

Another ingredient most e-juice have is vegetable glycerine, a more complicated substance. This freezes at 13ºC, which isn't too cold for most, and as soon as you mix it in with other components, the freezing point deteriorates. 

When you mix vegetable glycerine with water, it stays liquid until it reaches -46ºC; that's why it's also a non-toxic antifreeze. 

What Problems Can You Experience in the Cold?

Cold liquids tend to become sticky and viscous. This means that the liquid won't wick as easily. So, even if you keep your coil perfectly fed during the warmer months, it's going to hit badly during winter, which could cause dry hits and burning out of cotton wicks. 

Ideally, you can thin out the liquid using distilled water. However, it's best to do this indoors. While there are other ways to deal with this, it's essential to consider the temperature of your surroundings to ensure that you're using the right method to clean out your wicks. 

Why Should I Use a Drip Tip?

A mod or tank with a heavy liquid load can hold a considerable amount of heat. This means that it will take a while for the e-juice to fall to the temperature of its surroundings. However, a drip tip is much smaller and uses steel. 

Fortunately, many of them have insulated bases, which helps prevent your coils from overheating. However, in colder weather, the insulation may drop in temperature much quicker than the rest of the device. So even if your vape feels warm in your hand, your drip tip may be much colder. 

With that being said, consider switching to a non-metallic drip tip during the winter to enjoy a worry-free, smoother vaping experience. 

The Bottom Line: Elevate Your Vaping Experience During Winter With the Right Device and E-Juice

As mentioned earlier, the right e-juice can help you have a smoother vaping experience during winter, allowing you to vape clouds even during the colder months. Of course, it's also worth noting that your device would also need to handle the freezing temperatures, so it's worth looking for one that will perform perfectly during winter. 

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