Nicotine strength guide

10 May 2024

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Just come across nicotine pouches for the first time? You might be wondering things like “What is nicotine in a pouch?” or “How do nicotine strengths work?” You’re in the right place. Here’s a breakdown of nicotine strengths and how they apply to VELO nicotine pouches.

What is nicotine?

Nicotine is a chemical compound found in tobacco leaves. It’s also a stimulant and a nitrogen-containing alkaloid.

These days, nicotine is also available in products that don’t contain tobacco, like VELO nicotine pouches. pouches contain pharmaceutical-grade nicotine polymer, which is absorbed into the bloodstream - pop, tuck, feel.


What does nicotine strength mean?

Nicotine strength refers to the amount of nicotine in a product. For VELO, it’s the concentration of nicotine in each pouch. VELO pouches come in three strength categories: Mellow, Original, and Intense.


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What are the different VELO nicotine strengths?

Nicotine in a VELO pouch? Unexpected. Instant enjoyment anywhere? Convenient.

When choosing VELO pouches, check the nicotine strength on the packaging. We use a dot system to show how much nicotine is inside, and the exact number is printed on each can. For experienced users, six dots represent our max nicotine strength range. You can learn more about the dot system in our nicotine guide.


RANGE NAME NICOTINE STRENGTH POUCH FORMAT


Mellow (new users) ●●○○○○
●●●○○○

4mg-6mg
Mini Original (regular users) ●●○○○○
●●●○○○
●●●●○○

6mg-11mg
Slim Intense (more experienced users) ●●●○○○
●●●●○○
●●●●●○
●●●●●●
8mg-17mg


Tips for using nicotine pouches

Once you’ve picked the right nicotine strength and got your VELO pouches, you might want to know how to use them and keep them fresh.

You’ll find everything you need in our guide to nicotine pouches, including how they’re made, how to use them, and what to expect before trying them. Or check out our maintenance guide for tips on how to look after your nicotine pouches for the freshest experience.

1. Start slow

If you’re new to nicotine pouches, you might want to start with a lower strength and shorter use time to get used to the tingle. You can gradually move up to stronger pouches and longer use - up to 30 minutes.

2. Keep an eye on your intake

They might taste great, but it’s best not to use too many in a short time. Stick to your usual nicotine habits.

3. Know what’s right for you

Only you know what nicotine strength works for you. Think about your usual nicotine intake - whether from smoking, vaping, or other sources - and try to match it when choosing VELO pouches.

4. Look after your pouches

Keep your VELO pouches in their original packaging, away from sunlight, heat, and moisture for the freshest experience every time. Learn more about how to maintain your nicotine pouches in our guide.


Safety precautions for VELO nicotine pouches

We want your VELO experience to be safe and smooth. It’s important to remember a few safety precautions to get the most out of your pouches:
  • Keep pouches out of reach of children
  • Follow the instructions on the packaging
  • Dispose of each pouch after 30 minutes
  • Don’t swallow pouches
  • Check for any ingredient allergies
  • Store pouches in their original packaging
  • Lower your nicotine strength if you feel unwell

Frequently asked questions about nicotine pouches

Got more questions? Visit our FAQs page, for all the answers—so you can pop, tuck, feel with confidence.


* By burn, we mean a heat and tingle sensation when the product is used.
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