How many puffs can you get from a cigarette?

How many puffs can you get from a cigarette? Is it better to smoke with long puffs or short ones? Smoking (herb or tobacco) or vaping is a whole technique, and each user has their method. That’s why, in this article, we will explain the best smoking technique.

How to take a good puff

A puff is the act of inhaling smoke from a cigarette, cigar, joint, blunt, pipe, or vaporizer. It also refers to the act of inhaling air mixed with some type of substance, such as in the case of vaping.

To take a puff, you need to place the end of the cigarette or the mouthpiece of the pipe or vaporizer on your lips and gently draw in to inhale the smoke or vapor. The air should flow naturally. From this point, there are several techniques. Some people hold the smoke or vapor in their mouth for a few seconds before passing it to their lungs. Others prefer to inhale directly into their lungs. Smoke or vapor should not be swallowed. Afterward, you exhale, releasing the smoke or vapor slowly through your nose or mouth. That’s the theory, but how many puffs can you get from a cigarette? And what about a vape or a joint?

Joints: Does holding in the smoke get you higher?

Some people take larger or smaller puffs when they smoke. In the case of marijuana, there is a popular belief that taking big puffs and holding the smoke for a long time before exhaling makes the high stronger. However, this idea lacks scientific support and is more myth than reality.

The lungs contain tiny air sacs called alveoli, where gas exchange occurs. When marijuana smoke is inhaled, the alveoli absorb oxygen and chemicals like THC, which quickly enters the bloodstream. This makes the high almost immediate. However, the lungs absorb only about 5% of oxygen and other substances per breath. Holding in smoke longer doesn’t increase absorption. Those who believe it intensifies the effect are actually feeling oxygen deprivation.

Puffs from a cigarette

Regarding the number of puffs from a cigarette, on average, you can get about 12 puffs, though this varies depending on the user’s smoking technique. If you take long, deep puffs, it will last for fewer puffs. If the puffs are light and short, the cigarette will last longer. Traditional tobacco is sold in different formats. For example, light cigarettes usually provide more puffs because they produce less dense smoke. There are also extra-long cigarettes that, of course, offer more puffs.

It’s also important to consider the smoker’s habits. Some people let the cigarette burn for a while between puffs, while others keep puffing continuously to prevent it from burning out. It’s clear that the healthiest option is to take fewer puffs. A good technique to care for your health is to pay attention to this aspect and reduce the number of puffs. Another interesting alternative is to switch from tobacco to substitute products made from a mix of herbs with aromas that offer a pleasant experience.

Puff equivalence in a vape

What is the equivalence between puffs from a cigarette and a vape? It’s difficult to determine because there are many different vape devices on the market, with varying power levels and systems. It also depends heavily on the vaping technique and the nicotine concentration in the e-liquid. However, approximately ten traditional cigarettes are equivalent to about 400 vape puffs, meaning 10 puffs from a vape could be equivalent to one cigarette in terms of nicotine intake. The best option is to use nicotine-free liquids or, even better, CBD liquids to enjoy a therapeutic vaping experience with relaxing properties.