What Do Nicotine Pouches Feel Like?

20. october 2025

If you're new to nicotine pouches or at the beginning stages of using them, you may be curious as to the unique product experience that nicotine pouches give. VELO describes it as a 'burn'*. So here, we discover what VELO nicotine pouches feel like for new users and explore the nicotine experience.

First of all, what are nicotine pouches?

Nicotine pouches are small pouches that contain nicotine. They’re designed to be tucked between your lip and gum, where they release nicotine over a short time. It contains water, plant-based materials, flavourings, sweeteners and nicotine. All prepacked in small pouches. VELO pouches also come in an assortment of flavours and nicotine strengths for different tastes and nicotine experience levels.

What do nicotine pouches feel like at first?

When you first tuck a VELO pouch under your lip, you’ll probably feel a tingling sensation. Nicotine pouches can feel like a heat and tingling sensation on the gums and in the mouth when the product is used. We call it the VELO burn. By burn, we mean a heat and tingle sensation on the gum when VELO is used. The tingling sensation you feel as nicotine is released is a normal part of the experience. It takes a bit of getting used to at first, but it's all part of the VELO journey that takes you to a world of flavour taste and sensations.

Here’s a testimonial from a VELO customer:

Angela from Bristol says she: “Loved the feel and the taste. The tingling sensation ensures I'm using the product correctly.”

What if I don’t like the burn?

If that initial VELO burn is too intense for you, then don’t worry. You can try either a lower strength or a different flavour – either way, you’re not short of choices.

How do you use nicotine pouches?

Twist it: Twist the lid to and pop open your VELO can.

Tuck it: Tuck a VELO nicotine pouch between your top lip and gum. Leave it there for up to 30 minutes of tingling nicotine release.

Feel it: You’ll feel a slight tingling sensation at the beginning – it is just the nicotine being released. You’ll get used to this feeling and it will start to fade over time.

Enjoy it: Enjoy the tingle and enjoyable flavour. Nicotine pouches are designed to be comfortable, so you can use them anywhere, anytime. You can use a nicotine pouch anywhere, as there's no tobacco, no smoke and no smell.**

How long do I keep nicotine pouches in my mouth?

Nicotine pouches release nicotine over a short time – this can be different from brand to brand. VELO pouches release nicotine for up to 30 minutes.

Do you swallow nicotine pouches?

No. VELO should not be chewed, sucked or swallowed. VELO is designed to be used by placing the pouch under your upper lip and resting it on your gum. The nicotine is then absorbed through the gum. If swallowed or digested you should consult a medical professional.

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