May 14, 2025

From how to spot a fake vape to whether or not an adult user can vape in a hotel room, this article answers some of the most common questions about vaping.

 

How to Spot a Fake Vape

When making the decision to switch from continued smoking to vaping, you may be aware of the possibility of purchasing a fake vape, which are on the market. Therefore, you should remain cautious when buying products online and in person. The best approach to avoid getting a fake vape is to only buy vape devices and products from reputable suppliers and manufacturers.

Since vape devices come in a variety of different forms, such as disposable vapes, rechargeable vapes, larger tank devices, and box or mod vaporizers, it can be quite tricky to immediately spot a fake vape. That’s why we recommend referring to the manufacturer's guideline when trying to verify a fake vape.

There are a number of common signs of a fake vape you can take note of. For example, the absence of visible health warnings or nicotine strengths on device packaging, incorrect and/or low-quality packaging or branding, and even abnormal sounds when using the vape.

 

Why Is My Vape Bubbling?

Throughout your vape experience, be aware of the sounds your vape makes. It could help you identify any uncommon noises, such as vape bubbling.

If you find that your vape is bubbling when you draw on the vape, it could be an indication that your vape tank is flooded. It’s important to resolve this issue in order to keep your device in good condition.

We recommend that you check the product-specific guidelines that came with your device and communicate directly with the device manufacturer about the issue of vape bubbling.

Bubbling is not the only sound a vape might make.

 

Can Dentists See if You Vape?

Yes, vaping could potentially stain your teeth, which may be noticeable to your dentist.

However, vapes could be less likely to stain your teeth compared to cigarettes. This is because the process of combustion – evident in smoking cigarettes – may cause your teeth to yellow over time. When a cigarette is burned, it releases chemicals. The teeth are exposed to these chemicals which can cause staining. Remember, this may not be the case for all products.

In contrast, vape heats e-liquid to create vapour instead of smoke. Therefore, no combustion occurs when vaping. While it’s typically not possible to reverse teeth staining caused by smoking cigarettes, you may be able to reduce future teeth staining by switching to a smoke-free product.

 

What Is a Drip Tip?

If you’ve recently switched from continued smoking to vaping, you may be asking yourself ‘what is a drip tip?’. Generally, a drip tip is a reusable, hollow tube that attaches to a vape’s atomizer. It’s here that you drip vape e-liquid into the device when you need to top-up your e-liquid to continue the experience. Drip tips can be made from different materials and be different lengths.

 

Vaping and Pets: Can I Vape Around My Dog?

Is vaping around dogs okay? Can I vape around my cat? These are common questions some adult users may have. Take note that second-hand cigarette smoke may pose a risk to pets, however, smoke-free products, like vapes, might potentially pose less of a risk to pets because they do not burn tobacco and do not produce secondhand tobacco smoke.¹

 

Is There a Smoke-Free Alternative to Vaping?

Vaping isn't the only smoke-free alternative available. Heated tobacco is an option to consider over continued smoking. If you are an adult smoker looking to switch from continued smoking to a smoke-free alternative, take a look at our range of IQOS smoke-free products.

Smoke-free products are not risk-free and provide nicotine, which is addictive. The best decision any adult smoker can make is to quit tobacco and nicotine use altogether. Smoke-free products are not alternatives to quitting and are not designed as cessation aids.