Nicotine pouches : misconceptions about these alternative products

Nicotine pouches* are alternative products to tobacco. These devices have been around for several years and originated in Sweden. Recently, the French public has begun to hear about these new alternative products. However, some media and journalists may mistake the product for snus. As was the case with electronic cigarettes, will pouches nicotine products also fall victim to the same misunderstanding? The Nicopouches editorial team can help you avoid falling into the trap of misconceptions about nicotine pouches.  

No, nicotine pouches are not snus!

It's all very confusing. The media are quick to denounce the evils of snus.... byshowing cans of pouches nicotine. Make no mistake: pouches nicotine products are alternatives to tobacco, not snus! Although the method of consumption is identical, snus is a product containing tobacco and is banned from sale in most European Union countries! Nicopods are reduced-risk alternatives to tobacco. 

Unlike snus, nicotine pouches Unlike snus, nicotine products are not banned from sale, and offer many advantages for getting away from the harmful effects of cigarettes. These alternative products are tobacco-free and simply slip under the upper lip. The risks associated with combustion are therefore eliminated, as are the issues of passive smoking. Here you'll find all the information you need on the differences between snus and nicotine pouches. 

No, nicotine is not carcinogenic!

Nicotine is not carcinogenic! Quite apart from the nature of these alternative products to tobacco, the use of this new device also gives rise to a number of misconceptions. An interesting (but above all worrying) fact is thatthe vast majority of French people consider nicotine to be carcinogenic .

It's important to remember that nicotine is not responsible for carcinogenic diseases! Cigarette smoke releases over a hundred toxic carcinogenic molecules during combustion. Nicotine, on the other hand, is highly addictive. If we refer to pouches nicotine products as reduced-risk alternatives to tobacco, it's because they are less harmful than conventional cigarettes. There's no combustion, no smoke, and therefore fewer health risks.

No, pouches nicotine products are not intended for minors!

pouches nicotine products are not aimed at young people! It is imperative to specify once again that these alternative products to tobacco are intended for three types of adult profiles: smokers looking for alternative products to tobacco, vapoteurs needing a complement to the electronic cigarette, and finally people consuming nicotine (patches, gums etc...) who are looking for a more practical and innovative product. As a reminder, the sale of this product is forbidden to minors and strongly discouraged to pregnant women .

Do pouches nicotine products cause side effects? 

Yes and no... If you follow the precautions and instructions for use, side effects are rare. However, the consumption of pouches nicotine may have effects on people who are allergic or sensitive to nicotine or any other ingredient in the composition. To prevent this, we recommend that new users of pouches nicotine read the label carefully before use, and familiarize themselves with these tobacco alternatives by starting with the lowest nicotine level. Once you're used to the product and the sensation it gives you, you may want to explore different nicotine levels to suit your mood. Bear in mind that if you are not a nicotine user, these products are not recommended for you .

No, pouches nicotine products are not designed for smoking cessation.

No, pouches nicotine devices are not intended for smoking cessation. In fact, nicopods are presented as alternatives to tobacco. With reduced health risks, nicopods pouches nicopods enable more modern nicotine consumption where smoking and vaping are prohibited by law. For example, pouches nicotine products are an advantageous alternative to tobacco when you're on public transport, in meetings or at the cinema. If you can't smoke or vape, nicotine pouches takes over... They simply enable nicotine users to meet their needs differently, anywhere, anytime. 

* The nicotine contained in this product is highly addictive. Its use by non-smokers is not recommended. Exclusively intended for sale to adults.