The American Cancer Society has publicly come out against the electronic cigarette. It is interesting that a non profit group fighting against Cancer is against a product that has never been shown to cause cancer. Let’s have a look at what they say about electronic cigarettes on their website in the section named “Other methods [...]

For all you vapers that like using cartomizers, rather than atomizers with cartridges, we now have empty cartomizers back in stock.  These cartomizers will fit the Instead Electronic Cigarette (not the Joye 510). Some time ago we wrote about the differences between e-cigarettes that use atomizers / cartridges and cartomizers, but here is quickly synopsis: [...]

With all the press the electronic cigarette has received lately a couple of things are obvious. First, smokers love the electronic cigarette. This is noted by all the testimonials and article comments that all news stories receive. Second, those who are considered experts in public health seem to be focused on the wrong things. So [...]

As many smokers know, coffee and cigarettes go hand in hand.  Now, enjoy vaping and the taste of coffee together!  Our coffee flavored e-liquid is not overpowering, but rather has a hint of coffee flavor mixed with the traditional taste of our tobacco e-liquid.  The coffee e-liquid is made right here in the United States [...]

A new study from Tel Aviv University (published at American Friends Tel Aviv University and republished at Science Daily) shows why many Nicotine Replacement Therapies such as nicotine gum and patches are ineffective.  Not surprisingly to many e-smokers, the study found that the actual habit of smoking was the root of their urge to smoke, [...]

This is the follow up paper to the clinical trial done by Dr. Eissenberg on the electronic cigarette. This new research article was completed by Andrea R Vansickel, Caroline O. Cobb, Michael, F. Weaver, and Thomas E. Eissenberg. They evaluated the electronic cigarette for the amount of nicotine it delivered (16 to 18 mg/ml cartridges [...]

In a USA Today story on June 7th, 2010 titled CDC: U.S. cigarettes contain more cancer-causing chemicals, CDC researchers announced that “the amount of tobacco-specific nitrosamines (TSNAs) in U.S. brands is about triple that of brands from Australia, Canada or the United Kingdom”. It seems this should be of more concern to the FDA, who [...]

A group of non profit organizations and health advocates have filed an amicus brief with the DC Court of Appeals. The group included The American Council on Science and Health (ACSH), Smokefree Pennsylvania, Consumer Advocates for Smokefree Alternatives Association (CASAA), National Vapers Club, Midwest Vapers Group and Drs. Michael Siegel and Joel Nitzkin. Read the [...]

As we continue to grow as a company we also continue to expand our product selection. And although our most popular e-liquid is our USA made in tobacco and menthol flavors, we have had some requests for more flavor options. So in addition to the cherry flavor we have been testing, we now also offer [...]

To celebrate Independence Day here in the USA, we are offering free shipping on all orders over $50! When checking out, use the coupon code july4th and provided your total is over $50, you will receive free shipping. This discount code is available from 6:30 pm EST on Friday, July 2nd through Monday, July 5th. [...]

This blog post, unlike Top 10 Places To Use Your Electronic Cigarette will focus more on day to day places where you’ll be glad you have your e-cigarette. And if you’re a smoker, I’ll bet you can already think of a few places where you wished you could “smoke”…..even if it isn’t actually smoke. First, [...]

We first wrote at length about the new Tobacco Bill on June 23rd, 2009. At that time we discussed how the effectiveness of the Bill in reducing smoking related fatalities would be dependent upon how the FDA implements the new law. We also speculated on the future of the e-cigarette with regards to this Bill. [...]

There have been a few changes to the Instead website over the past few days.  This includes some new products, options, and pricing. Due to customer demand we now carry the Instead e-cigarette kits with orange LED tips.  When purchasing, just use the drop down menu at the bottom of the page to choose the [...]

We often get questions about electronic cigarettes, the industry, and the law. Before you contact us, please review the common questions and associated answer below. Also remember that the electronic cigarette falls into a very grey area right now. Simple questions can have complicated answers and in some cases, there is not an answer yet. [...]

We are proud to offer the Joye 510 Electronic Cigarette Kit. The Joye 510 by Instead includes 1 manual battery, 1 automatic battery, 2 atomizers, 1 wall charger, 5 empty cartridges, and 1 bottle of American made INSTEAD E-liquid. This kit is perfect for first time electronic cigarette users or long time vapers. The kit [...]

The information below on the electronic cigarette, chemical change, physical change, propylene glycol, glycerol, flavorings, water, nicotine and other components of e-liquid is given to pose questions, not answers. We encourage all to read the linked articles and testing to form their own opinions. The information was compiled from online sources. We encourage readers, especially [...]

Starting today, June 4th 2010 through June 10th 2010 we are offering free shipping on all orders over $50. While checking out at our online electronic cigarette shop, use the coupon code “free-ship” and you will receive free shipping on your order, provided the order total is at least $50. Here are some products that [...]

Starting today, May 27th, 2010 through Memorial Day weekend we are offering 10% any purchase from our online electronic cigarette store. This includes 10% off any of our electronic cigarette kits, 10% off any of our e-liquid, and 10% off any electronic cigarette accessory. Use the coupon code “memday2010″ to receive your 10% off. This [...]

Technically people kill people, not guns. And technically smokers kill themselves, not cigarettes. But both guns and cigarettes are instruments of death. News Flash: A new gun has entered the market. To date it has proved to be non lethal. Gun users who have switched to the new “E-Gun” claim it is a great alternative [...]

We are proud to offer our customers the Joye 510 electronic cigarette kit! Some of our customers have asked about an electronic cigarette with a manual switch and one with a portable charger that looks like a pack of cigarettes. After careful review of many electronic cigarette types and models, we decided upon the Joye [...]