7 Dos and Don’ts When It Comes to Herbal Vaporizers

Since the legalization of cannabis, vaping has boomed in popularity. It’s expected that by 2021, there’ll be over 55 million vapers globally. 

Considering that vaping is one of the simplest and fastest ways to consume dry herbs, if you want to enjoy the full benefits of their beneficial properties, such as CBD in hemp, it’s important that you know how to vape right.

Except for the instructions that come with your vaping device, there aren’t any set rules on what exactly you should do and how exactly you should vape. Still, there are a few dos and don’ts that can make or break your vaping experience.

So, let’s make your every vaping session a perfect one by going over some of those dos and don’ts.

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Learn About the Different Kinds of Vaporizers

Whether you’ve been in the game for a while or are just thinking about buying a new vaporizer, you surely know that there are many different kinds that you can invest in. There are dozens of unique brands and many to choose from, and your color options are endless.

But their external appearances aren’t as important as their internal systems.

Based on which systems herbal vaporizers use, they can be divided into two broad categories: conduction vaporizers and convection vaporizers.

Conduction vaporizers apply direct heat to your herbs to vaporize them. They can warm up your herb much faster, and you’ll usually experience thicker, fuller clouds. You’ll need to stir up your herbs every once in a while to ensure even heating.

Convection vaporizers heat up your herbs by blowing hot air through them. This ensures a much more even heating and can prevent your herbs from burning.

Both of these herbal vaporizers are good since neither ignites the plant, making the vapor free from byproducts of combustion. However, convection vaporizers do tend to give you better temperature control, and they’re a bit more efficient, so they’re often the preferred choice.

Don’t Buy the Cheapest Herbal Vaporizer!

Herbal vaporizers do require a larger initial investment, so it makes sense that you’d like to save money on them if you can. But this isn’t advised.

Whether you’re getting vape pens or box mods, pocket vapes, or e-cigarettes, you’ll get what you pay for. If you buy the cheapest product, you can expect the lousiest results.

Many cheap herbal vaporizers tend to break more frequently, their batteries don’t last as long, and there’s basically no temperature control.

It’s better to invest a little more in getting a product that will last you longer, and that will vaporize your herbs properly.

 

Do Use a Grinder

Sure it might seem like a hassle, but using a grinder is an absolute must when you’re vaping herbs such as cannabis.

A grinder will ensure that the herb is ground up to perfection, with even pieces and exquisite texture. When your herbs are properly ground up, you’ll get better heat distribution. You won’t have to deal with burnt herbs and all the gunk and grossness that comes with them and damages your vaping device.

Your clouds will be thicker, and you’ll get a full fresh taste with each draw you take.

 

Don’t overfill the Chamber

Every herbal vaporizer is different. Some produce better results when you pack your herbs tightly, others when you fit them all loosely. You’ll likely need to play around with your vaporizer a bit before you find out how to fill it to perfection.

Still, you’ll want to avoid overfilling the herb chamber. It will have a serious effect on the flow of the vapor to the mouthpiece, and it will ruin your vaping session.

 

Do Learn the Proper Inhaling Method

Slow and steady wins the race. If you want to get the most vapor out of a single hit, you’ll need to do long, slow draws, and wait a while before drawing again.

This is especially important if you’re vaping cannabis or CBD. It can take a while for the herbs to take effect. While vaping is the fastest way to reap the benefits of cannabis since it enters directly into your bloodstream through the lungs, you’ll still need to give it a moment.

Go slow, take some breaks between draws, and enjoy the experience.

 

Don’t Use the Highest Temperature Setting!

The temperature setting depends mostly on the herb you’re vaping. For most herbs, you’ll want to go below 302°F, as this will prevent their combustion.

It’s always in your best interest to start from the lowest setting, then work your way up if you’re not sure. Play around, experiment with your herbal vaporizer, and try out different herbs to learn more about them and their best vaping temperatures.

 

Do Clean Your Herbal Vaporizer Frequently

Often cleaning your herbal vaporizer is a must. It will ensure longevity as no gunk will accumulate inside it, and it will always provide you with a fresh hit without that nasty burnt taste.

It’s pretty easy cleaning your vaping device; it just takes some time getting used to. For a soft clean, you can disassemble your device, rinse each piece under warm water, then let it all air dry.

If warm water doesn’t cut it, you can use some isopropyl alcohol and a Q-tip and gently rub each individual piece. Let air dry before you reassemble it.

The Bottom Line

Following these tips will help you enjoy your herbal vaporizer for longer, and it will improve your every vaping session. So, go ahead, try them out, and see for yourself what a difference it will make.