Frequently Asked Questions

SmokeStik Instruction Manual

The mouthpiece contains a replaceable cartridge filled with liquid. The main substances contained in the liquid are nicotine, propylene glycol, and optional flavors.

When you take a drag on the SmokeStik, the air flow is detected by a tiny sensor. A microprocessor then activates the atomizer which injects tiny droplets of the liquid into the flowing air and vaporizes the nicotine. This produces a vapor mist which you inhale - just like smoke from a traditional cigarette.  It tastes and feels just like a regular cigarette, and you exhale "smoke," just like you would with a traditional cigarette.  And, you get the nicotine delivery without any of the harmful chemicals or tar that traditional cigarettes contain!  An orange LED at the tip of the device is also activated to simulate the burning end of a lit cigarette.

A high-density Lithium Ion battery powers the device and will last all day on a normal charge. Your starter kit will include two batteries so that you may use one while your second battery is recharging.

Are SmokeStiks approved by the FDA?

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Electronic cigarettes do not fall under the jurisdiction of the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) nor the TTB (The Alcohol and Tobacco Trade Bureau) as they do not contain tobacco.

Can the SmokeStik really replace my cigarette in terms of taste and smell?

Answer
The SmokeStik Electronic Cigarettes are available in several cartridge flavors. Full Flavor, Medium, Light and Menthol are some examples of cartridge availability. Also, with the SmokeStik, you may smoke indoors or in the presence of others since there is no offensive odor or any of the risks associated with second hand smoke. With traditional smoking being socially unacceptable these days, you'll still want to show consideration when using your electronic cigarette.

Can I save money by switching to electronic "smoking"?

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Absolutely. You can eliminate the weekly expense of purchasing cigarettes, cigars, and/or any nicotine replacement therapies you are using.

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Nicotine is a drug like caffeine. Like caffeine, it has its addictive properties and its own set of side effects. However, the more dangerous part of smoking is related to the burning of a cigarette.

There are more than 4,000 chemicals generally found in tobacco smoke. More than 50 of these are known to cause cancer. Most of the chemicals including carbon monoxide, benzene, formaldehyde and hydrogen cyanide are formed when tobacco burns. The complete list of chemicals added to your cigarettes is too long to list here. To name a few: Ammonia, Arsenic, Benzene, Butane, Carbon monoxide, Cadmium, Cyanide DDT, Lead, Formaldehyde, Naphthalene...the list goes on! As a cigarette is smoked, the amount of tar inhaled into the lungs increases, and the last puff contains more than twice as much tar as the first puff. Carbon monoxide makes it harder for red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. Tar is a mixture of substances that together form a sticky mass in the lungs. Most of the chemicals inhaled in cigarette smoke stay in the lungs. The more you inhale, the better it feels and the greater the damage to your lungs.

Electronic cigarettes DO NOT burn. They do not contain tar . Further, they contain only water, propylene glycol, nicotine (if chosen by you), and optional flavors.

Also, keep in mind that you can purchase nicotine free cartridges if you are just looking to mimic the effects of smoking.

Who can use SmokeStiks?

Answer
SmokeStiks are marketed to adult smokers 18 and older.  We require the signature of an adult when we ship our starter kits.  Do not give this product to children.

How long will a cartridge last?

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That depends solely on your usage patterns. Some users will go through 1 or less cartridge a day, while others will go through 2 or even 3 a day.  One cartridge is roughly equivalent to 1/2 pack of traditional tobacco cigarettes.

How often do I need to recharge the battery, and how long does it take to do?

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Typically it takes about 3 to 4 hours to fully recharge the battery. Keep in mind, your SmokeStik package includes 2 batteries so that you can recharge one while the other is in use. The frequency of recharging your battery will depend on how often you inhale.

What is propylene glycol and is it safe?

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Propylene glycol is an organic compound that is both colorless and odorless. It has been rated as GRAS (generally recognized as safe) by the FDA for use in food, cosmetics, and medicines. It is absorbed and metabolized by your body therefore, does not stick to your lungs like tar.

Will I notice any health benefits by switching to electronic cigarettes?

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The benefits would be proportionate to the amount by which you reduce tobacco smoking.

How do the ingredients in a SmokeStik compare to a traditional tobacco cigarette?

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The SmokeStik contains: water, propylene glycol, nicotine (if chosen by you), a scent to emulate flavor and a membrane to contain all the ingredients.

The complete list of chemicals added to your traditional cigarettes is too long to list here. To name a few: Ammonia, Arsenic, Benzene, Butane, Carbon monoxide, Cadmium, Cyanide DDT, Lead, Formaldehiyde, Napthalene...the list goes on! Further, there are more than 4,000 chemicals generally found in tobacco smoke. More than 50 of these are known to cause cancer.

Do I need to turn my SmokeStik off when not in use?

Answer
No, the device is automatic and the battery is used ONLY when you inhale.

Is it legal to smoke anywhere I want?

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Yes.  Because the SmokeStik does not generate any real smoke whatsoever, nor flame, it is safe and legal to use everywhere.  It is not subject to fire codes, secondhand smoke laws or smoking prohibitions of any kind.  You can even smoke this device on an airplane if you choose.

Can I refill a cartomizer?

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Yes.  See our cartomizer refill page.