What's better. PG or VG?

[juicy97]

I would like to buy unflavored Nic juice and cut it down. I realize I would also have to mix in my own flavors. So what's better, PG or VG??? Or can you do say 50% nic & 25/25 PG/VG & then some flavors?

Also, where do you get all this stuff I would need??

 

[SLDS181]

Whats better for.... what? Each has different properties, benefits, disadvantages in your mix. Yes you can use both.

PG keeps the flavor better, but makes less vapor.

VG makes more vapor, but seems to suck up flavor.

Glycerin is available at rite-aid, walmart, duane reed, whatever - you want USP. PG is available online, at tack shops, at tractor supply stores, and can be ordered through your pharmacy. Again, you want USP grade.

 

[juicy97]

VG is available at Walmart?? What section would I go to to find it?

 

[SLDS181]

Pharmacy, usually by skincare. Glycerin is often mixed into hand soaps and moisturizers.

 

[juicy97]

Okay, VG (Vegtable Glycerin) - Walmart... PG (What's the proper name??) - Internet because I don't know of any tractor supply stores, and the flavorings I can get at Micheal's yes?

Sorry, but I am still very new to this and don't know the technical terms.

I do appreciate your help SLD

 

[SLDS181]

PG = Propylene Glycol, and you can ask your local pharmacy to place an order for you - it'll probably be a few bucks more, I'm not sure, I'm getting mine (waiting for a gallon to come in, lol) through a tack shop nearby.

Flavorings you can get at michael's, yes - theres some good info (a spreadsheet) somewhere in this forum section (diy) that has lots of info about the flavors (whats in it, any coloring added, etc) that makes for a good reference.

 

[juicy97]

Sweet! I can't wait to try & mix up my own stuff!