allergy to new eliquid?

[kieraan]

Hi. I'm new here so forgive me if I sound silly but I have been using e-cigs for about 18 months now, and they've all been from totally wicked.
Recently, I changed e-liquid from titan fluid 18mg to red label 1.8% v/v

I am just wondering could there be any big difference between the two ? I've been getting really bad toothache/sinus pain everyday for 6 weeks. I've been to the dentist and he said my teeth are fine & I've been to the doctors and had antibiotics for a sinus infection but no relief.

Im not asking for medical advice here, but I don't really know that much about the e-liquids and i was just wondering could there be any big difference between the two brands ( both from totally wicked) that is giving me sinus problems?
Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you

 

[retired1]

Moved to New Members Forum.

 

[CreepyLady]

My question is - is there a difference in the PG/VG ratio?

 

[CreepyLady]

Actually it looks like red line is 50/50 pg/cg and titan is 60/40 pg/vg - this could be the difference. Maybe you are better with high PG mixes?

 

[kieraan]

Actually it looks like red line is 50/50 pg/cg and titan is 60/40 pg/vg - this could be the difference. Maybe you are better with high PG mixes?

I was thinking this. I have just looked on totally wicked website and im not sure if im understanding it correctly but to me it looks like the 1.8% red label is equivalent to 36mg of titan fluid. heres a link E-Liquid | E Fluid @Totally Wicked

 

[Clarity_Infinite]

Please use search, It's been discussed many times. There are people who have allergies to PG (Propylene Glycol) It's been widely reported. Fear not using a 100% VG (Vegetable Glycerin) Will solve your issue. Or even using a 70%VG 30%PG Can prevent.

Also I know when i started I had a runny nose but i keep going and now I'm perfectly fine. Good Luck. Try Virgin Vapor Organic It's expensive but worth a try.

Happy vaping

 

[Harlen]

Yep
To much Pg may be the thing

 

[kieraan]

Please use search, It's been discussed many times. There are people who have allergies to PG (Propylene Glycol) It's been widely reported. Fear not using a 100% VG (Vegetable Glycerin) Will solve your issue. Or even using a 70%VG 30%PG Can prevent.

Also I know when i started I had a runny nose but i keep going and now I'm perfectly fine. Good Luck. Try Virgin Vapor Organic It's expensive but worth a try.

Happy Vaping

Is it possible i have an allergy to the VG instead of the PG? as titan fluid i have used for 16 months and been fine with and that is 60 PG / 40 VG and i switched to 50cg / 50pg. I did try the search function but couldn't find anything properly answering my questions, As I said I am new to this

 

[JMarca]

I doubt it VG is vegetable glycerin, most people don't have any reaction to it, some do dislike the sweeter taste and how thick it is however. You could be reacting to the flavorings in the juice itself.

 

[kieraan]

Okay. Thanks for the help everyone, I'll try the titan fluid again for a few weeks and see if I improve.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Have you been drinking LOTS of water, cutting back on java and soda drinks?
PG and VG are humectants...
A humectant is a substance used primarily in foods and cosmetic products to help retain moisture. These substances are called hygroscopic, which means that they are able to absorb ambient water. These hygroscopic compounds posses a chemical structure that attracts water from the atmosphere and binds it to various sites along the molecule.

When we inhale PG/ VG it "traps" the moisture in our mouth, throat and nasal area and thus the vapor. The real problem arises when the body is dehydrated and begins "stealing" moisture from other parts of the body to keep key organs hydrated. Add to that more than 3 cups of java or caffeine based soda drinks and severe dehydration can occur.
Ask any chemist and they will tell you the same. I drink 2+ liters of water per day and no more than 3 cups Java per day.

 

[Clarity_Infinite]

I doubt it VG is vegetable glycerin, most people don't have any reaction to it, some do dislike the sweeter taste and how thick it is however. You could be reacting to the flavorings in the juice itself.

As to why I recommend OP try organic or a 100% VG. Also make sure it's quality E-Liquid as off brand will still contain PG

 

[odysseysteve]

I have quite a back story behind this recommendation that I shall not bore you all with now (unless prompted...) but please do yourself a favor and at least look at Guilty Pleasures Organics.