Is it safe to use e-liquids for other purposes?

[Charlotteson7thcloud]

Hi all,

I've only started vaping recently and have started to do DIYs for my e-liquid as well. I was wondering that because i really like the smell of the e-liquids, would it be ok if it was used for other purposes such as a car freshener?
As im assuming the liquid will evaporate over time when i use the AC of the car and wondered if it was safe to inhale it.

I either plan to buy an empty air freshener then put e-liquid there and stick that on the air vents of the car or use will a small ziplock bag with small holes and cotton to absorb the liquid and hopefully release the eliquid over time when i turn on the AC.

*side note, i wont be using any liquid with nicotine if that helps.

Many Thanks

 

[daleron]

Hi all,

I've only started vaping recently and have started to do DIYs for my e-liquid as well. I was wondering that because i really like the smell of the e-liquids, would it be ok if it was used for other purposes such as a car freshener?
As im assuming the liquid will evaporate over time when i use the AC of the car and wondered if it was safe to inhale it.

I either plan to buy an empty air freshener then put e-liquid there and stick that on the air vents of the car or use will a small ziplock bag with small holes and cotton to absorb the liquid and hopefully release the eliquid over time when i turn on the AC.

*side note, i wont be using any liquid with nicotine if that helps.

Many Thanks

Can’t imagine why not, might become sticky after a while

 

[Diver9543]

I do it in my Jeep, however, I filter it through my ecig first.

 

[Charlotteson7thcloud]

Can’t imagine why not, might become sticky after a while

Did you mean that overtime the evaporated eliquid will build up somewhere and made the surface sticky? or just if i accidentally spill it somewhere? If it's the latter then that's a risk i'm willing to take lol.

 

[Punk In Drublic]

Interesting approach to air fresheners, but if it works for you then I say run with it! Only issue I can see is if you have pet(s). It is said cats are particularly sensitive to PG which could make them sick. And you do not want a sick cat cause you know he/she will just barf up in one of your shoes.

 

[daleron]

Did you mean that overtime the evaporated eliquid will build up somewhere and made the surface sticky? or just if i accidentally spill it somewhere? If it's the latter then that's a risk i'm willing to take lol.

Yes over time as it dries up. Punk In Drublic has a good point too about pets.

 

[Punk In Drublic]

Don’t believe dogs are as susceptible to PG as cats. But I wouldn’t know. Given the master of my house is a furry feline, I am forbidden to look up information on dogs. She checks my internet browsing history regularly.

 

[stols001]

No nic, do what you want. .Wash the dog. Deodorize the fridge.

I will not be held responsible for any of these suggestions.

I do use some VG for shaving. Makes life easier.

Anna

 

[DaveP]

Over a long period of time a haze will form from exhaling vapor in your vehicle. Windex takes it off quickly. I leave my driver side window cracked and the HVAC fan running and that helps exhaust the vapor and slow down window fog.

You won't get a vapor accumulation on the windows using it as a deodorizer on a cloth since it's in liquid form and not vaporized.

 

[Letitia]

Personally I think you might be better served using oils for air freshers. Put some on a cotton ball or pad and should last weeks. Just add a drop or two to the pad now and then. I do use my flavors in water regularly and love FA lemon sicily added to yogurt. I don't use it in my mixes due to fade but doesn't seem to fade in food/beverage products. Have tried a few in coffee as well.

 

[Skunk!]

I think @Letitia was right
Oil would probably work best. Also maybe make it stronger than you normally would.
As for me, I use these.

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

VG can also be added to shampoo or conditioner for your hair. Doesn't take much but your hair feels thicker, softer and has more shine....

 

[ppeeble]

I often raid the DIY cupboard when i'm cooking.... Who knew adding a few drops of Capella strawberry to custard would make it taste like apple pie ?! Adding Capella vanilla custard to cakes gives them a fudge(y) hint.
Probably wouldn't bother with air fresheners though, can't see the aroma lasting too long