You can use unscented tampons also they are rayon and cotton. I have never used them but in a pinch you bet ya
Walmart Cotton Balls!!!! Are they safe?
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My BIL had some organic cotton so I gave it a try. I found that my sterile cotton balls from Walmart tasted better. So, I'm sold on plain ole sterile cotton for making my KF wicks. Been using it since June 2014 with no problems.
So, one should probably do the repurposing of the tampon early on right? Any idea how long they remain unscented? Just curious... Thinking about trying it.
Its not going to hurt you and its better then nothing.
I personally think boiled cotton balls wick the best. Boiling seems to tighten them up just enough to wick perfectly. I set them in the sun when im done to dry out and since youre in the Sunshine state this should be perfect for you. Aslong as they dont stay damp to long they wont grow mold or anything
I personally think boiled cotton balls wick the best. Boiling seems to tighten them up just enough to wick perfectly. I set them in the sun when im done to dry out and since youre in the Sunshine state this should be perfect for you. Aslong as they dont stay damp to long they wont grow mold or anything
Any cotton is safe to use. Do not be confused by all opinionated replies. The only thing which is important - do you have unpleasant aftertaste? If not, just use it. Be happy.
As long as it's 100% cotton, you're good. "Organic" cotton means nothing other than how it was grown.
Personally, I have found that I prefer the consistency of CVS "Organic" cotton balls to regular cotton balls, and so that is what I buy.
"Japanese" cotton pads work pretty nicely, but I wouldn't pay extra for them. I just happened to have some included with a couple of recent atomizer purchases and I've tried it. It doesn't taste any better then cotton balls.
Cotton bacon is just silly. I've tried it. Doesn't taste any better, and I don't care for it's consistency. I'll unroll my own cotton balls. Thanks.
Rayon tastes funky.
Personally, I have found that I prefer the consistency of CVS "Organic" cotton balls to regular cotton balls, and so that is what I buy.
"Japanese" cotton pads work pretty nicely, but I wouldn't pay extra for them. I just happened to have some included with a couple of recent atomizer purchases and I've tried it. It doesn't taste any better then cotton balls.
Cotton bacon is just silly. I've tried it. Doesn't taste any better, and I don't care for it's consistency. I'll unroll my own cotton balls. Thanks.
Rayon tastes funky.
I would be willing to run with this side bar topic but I have a little Robin on my shoulder wearing a white robe and halo waving her finger at me shaking her head no
It's the same argument people have about organic vegetables, right? Have you eaten fast food lately? You've just ingested exponentially more chemicals than you will by vaping with non-organic cotton. It comes down to what you're comfortable with. Will using organic cotton lessen toxins? Maybe, but do you consider this factor when buying meats from the store? Vegetables? Canned foods? Snacks for your kids? Juice boxes? Toilet paper? Napkins? Cups?
For average people, the answer is "No". You will be fine. I have bought both and there's no difference in performance and I've had no adverse health issues so far. You're going to be inhaling largely untested chemicals ... why stop and ponder the implications of which cotton you use? Not knocking vaping or you, just the impressionable ideas people try to push on others, making someone feel wrong for using normal cotton. It's asinine and I've seen it so many times in many forums. In the end, it's about exactly what I said before, being comfortable with your decisions. You can read all you want, but ultimately you will make your decision. If you're comfy with WalMart cotton, go for it. If you want to spend $20 on Japanese organic cotton, go for it. If you vape with it and are content, then you've made the right decision.
EDIT: This is probably the first time I've saddled up my horse to express something negative on this forum, but after re-reading, I still agree with myself. I hope it will not be taken the wrong way by anyone.
I personally do not care about organics in general simply because the ground is full of toxic crap anyway. The only concern I had with the walmart cotton was the potential inhalation of bleach/chlorine. I've had my fair share of ingesting pool water, but I don't want it in my lungs. From what I have read cotton cleaned with peroxide breaks down to h20 so this is not a concern for me. The problem is that I can't find anything online that shows how this specific cotton has been treated. Other than worrying about that I actually like this cotton. It has a much cleaner flavor that "cotton bacon" (yuck) but it does mute my flavors more than I would like. But I totally get your point. Does it cross my mind what kind of garbage is in the Mcdonalds I love so much? Yes! Do I still eat it? If I could without gaining a gazillion pounds I would eat is everyday! The hype of organic is not really a factor for me I wouldn't mind trying it, but I just want to have something that has not been treated with bleach or chlorine type solutions. It's been a couple days and I feel fine with this cotton so I will continue to use up what I have and then give organic a try if I can find it. I've looked everywhere and no one seems to carry it. Go figure
I personally do not care about organics in general simply because the ground is full of toxic crap anyway. The only concern I had with the walmart cotton was the potential inhalation of bleach/chlorine. I've had my fair share of ingesting pool water, but I don't want it in my lungs. From what I have read cotton cleaned with peroxide breaks down to h20 so this is not a concern for me. The problem is that I can't find anything online that shows how this specific cotton has been treated. Other than worrying about that I actually like this cotton. It has a much cleaner flavor that "cotton bacon" (yuck) but it does mute my flavors more than I would like. But I totally get your point. Does it cross my mind what kind of garbage is in the Mcdonalds I love so much? Yes! Do I still eat it? If I could without gaining a gazillion pounds I would eat is everyday! The hype of organic is not really a factor for me I wouldn't mind trying it, but I just want to have something that has not been treated with bleach or chlorine type solutions. It's been a couple days and I feel fine with this cotton so I will continue to use up what I have and then give organic a try if I can find it. I've looked everywhere and no one seems to carry it. Go figure
It's all true. I can see the inhalation of chlorine/bleach as worrisome. I've been using CVS non-organic cotton for several months. I haven't had any negative effects, and it tastes good.
Enjoy your vape.That's what I use...... I do boil them first.. They seem to wick better after boiling. They are also peroxide bleached and sterilized, which I can taste when used fresh from the bag.
I'm sure there are better materials for wicks.... Walmart or drug store balls are $1 for what is about a 2 year supply. Kinda hard to beat that. You also can't beat cotton balls for simple. You pull off a bit, gently roll it into a cylinder and insert it in the coil, wet.
I'm sure there are better materials for wicks.... Walmart or drug store balls are $1 for what is about a 2 year supply. Kinda hard to beat that. You also can't beat cotton balls for simple. You pull off a bit, gently roll it into a cylinder and insert it in the coil, wet.
You know there is no such thing as NON-ORGANIC cotton... All Cotton is organic. Now SOME companies have PAID a liscence fee in order to put a label on the bag. Inorganic cotton is called rayon and polyester.
Unless you use distilled or RO water to boil or rinse your cotton all you're doing is adding minerals chemicals & contaminants to your cotton.
Many do not evaporate and are concentrated & infused into the material by the boiling process.
Many do not evaporate and are concentrated & infused into the material by the boiling process.
The "organic" label means that it was grown using organic methods - no chemical pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, sewage, or GMO's used. But it's no guarantee. Although a farm must comply with basic standards to obtain "Organic" certification, it's not like the FDA stays there 24/7 to guarantee it. And in reality, there is also a chance that you'd never even SEE the FDA. Submit your paperwork detailing your methods and processes, pay the licensing fee, presto, change-o, "Organic".
Mostly it's a money-making tactic - lots of people would rather buy a $6 "organic" apple at Whole Foods than a $6 bag of apples at Aldi because it makes them feel better.
Very true. I use KGD and Rayon these days and don't boil, but I was using RO water to boil with before - one of the local grocery stores has a bring-your-own jug RO dispenser. In some areas, tap water may very well be "dirtier" than the cotton balls themselves, lol.
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