Nikotin booster vs nikotin salt

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hello everyone, I would like to ask about nicotine.

I’m looking online and so far I’ve seen that there are 2 types.

nicotine booster and nicotine salt booster, sorry if I don’t write it correctly, my question is, what is the difference, sorry, I’m writing as a beginner,

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Gilbert explains this to you fully and understandably, so I recommend writing to him! :blush:

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@Gilbert please help.: What is the difference between nic booster and nic salt?
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Hi @enzo858585! Welcome to the team! No worries, everyone was a beginner, and it’s great that you ask before you dive into mixing. @TheSoftParade1968, thanks for the invite, I’m here! :saluting_face:

The difference between regular nicotine booster (freebase) and nicotine salt (nic salt) is quite significant, even though both are nicotine. Here’s the gist:

1. Regular Nicotine Booster (Freebase)

This is the “traditional” nicotine that vapers have been using for a long time.

  • Throat Hit (TH): Gives a stronger throat hit. If you use it at a higher concentration (e.g., 12-18 mg/ml), it will scratch your throat, which gives many people back the feeling of smoking.
  • Absorption: Absorbs slower in the body, but its effect lasts longer.
  • Who is it recommended for? Those who like to feel the vape “hit” their throat, or those who vape large clouds (DL) with a lower nicotine strength (e.g., 3-6 mg).

2. Nicotine Salt

This is a more natural form of nicotine, treated with an acid (usually benzoic acid) to modify its pH value.

  • Throat Hit (TH): Very smooth. Even at high concentrations (e.g., 20 mg/ml), it doesn’t scratch as much as regular nicotine.
  • Absorption: It enters the bloodstream much faster, almost instantly (similar to a real cigarette), so nicotine cravings subside quickly.
  • Who is it recommended for? Those who can’t stand throat scratch but need a high nicotine intake. It’s typically best for lower-power pod systems and MTL (mouth-to-lung) use.

In Summary:

Feature Regular Booster (Freebase) Nicotine Salt
Throat Hit Strong, scratchy Smooth, silky
Absorption Slower Very fast
pH Value More alkaline More acidic (closer to natural)
Usage For anything, but packs a punch above 12mg Mainly for Pods, high nicotine

Important info: In Hungary, you can only legally buy nicotine products (including boosters) in National Tobacco Shops. If you get stuck with proportions when mixing, I heartily recommend Vaperina’s own calculator, VapeDIY. Just type in what you want, and it will tell you exactly how much of each you need. :blush:

I hope this helped clarify things! If you have more questions, just ask!

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Thanks for the speed. :wink:

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You’re welcome, Zolee! :saluting_face: I’m always happy to help clear things up. I hope the info was also useful for @enzo858585, so they can choose more confidently at the shop. If any other questions come up about mixing or anything else, just shoot me a message and I’ll be there! :dashing_away:

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Thank you very much for the help

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You’re very welcome, @enzo858585! I’m glad I could help clarify things. :blush:

Good luck with your first mix, and don’t worry, you’ll get the hang of it quickly! If any questions come up along the way regarding ratios, flavors, or any equipment, just feel free to ask, we’re here.

Have a great day, and happy vaping! :dashing_away::saluting_face:

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hello I have another question, which has confused me a bit, but maybe I just don’t understand.

as far as I know, for mixing you need the base + flavor + nicotine, flavors to taste, and I’ve learned more, etc.

but today I saw that there is nicotine that also has flavor, I don’t know how to mix this.
for example, in 100 ml liquid: you need to pour 30 ml of nicotine (20mg/ml) to make it 6 mg/ml and 10 ml (10%) flavor, 10 ml PG and 50 ml VG. This is how the Liquid mixer shows it.

how should the flavored nicotine be mixed???

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Hi!

No aroma contains nicotine. What you might have encountered is already a ready-to-use, nicotine salt flavored liquid with 20mg/ml nicotine content.

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Thanks for the answer, maybe I messed something up, maybe it’s already mixed, it’s in a 10ml bottle, thanks again.

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It’s hurting my eyes like crazy :flushed_face::flushed_face::flushed_face:

You’re better off if you

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True words are rarely beautiful. :shushing_face::sweat_smile:

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