Lemon Mint Elux Nic Salts 20mg

Overview

The Lemon Mint Elux Nic Salts 20mg by Elux in Lemon Mint at 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Elux Nic Salts 20mg Lemon Mint: overview

Elux Nic Salts 20mg Lemon Mint is a 10ml bottle of nicotine salt e-liquid made for refillable pod kits and other low-power vaping devices. It pairs a tart, zesty lemon note with a cool mint finish, and it is bottled at 20mg/ml (2%), which is the maximum nicotine strength UK law allows in a consumer e-liquid. If you are a smoker looking for a refillable alternative, or you used to rely on single-use disposables and want a legal, reusable route now that those products are off the shelves, this is the type of bottle you would pair with a small pod device.

The 10ml size is not arbitrary. UK regulations cap nicotine e-liquid bottles at 10ml and cap nicotine concentration at 20mg/ml, so what you see here is a full-strength, full-size bottle as far as the law is concerned. Inside is a nicotine salt formulation rather than traditional freebase nicotine. Nic salts are made with an added acid, usually benzoic acid, which lowers the pH of the liquid. The practical effect is that a high strength feels noticeably smoother in the throat than freebase nicotine at the same milligram figure, and many users report that cravings are settled in fewer puffs.

Lemon and mint is a sensible pairing for people who find purely sweet fruit flavours tiring after a few days. The citrus gives the inhale some brightness, while the mint on the exhale keeps the aftertaste clean rather than syrupy. It is a flavour that suits drinking water between puffs, and it does not leave the heavy, sugary coating on the tongue that some dessert or candy profiles do.

Here are the headline facts at a glance.

• Brand: Elux
• Product type: nicotine salt e-liquid, refillable devices only
• Bottle size: 10ml
• Nicotine strength: 20mg/ml (2%)
• Flavour: Lemon Mint
• Suited to: pod kits and mouth-to-lung style devices, roughly 8W to 25W
• Age restriction: 18+ only, UK sale

The rest of this guide covers the flavour in detail, what is in the bottle, which devices work with it, how long a bottle tends to last, how to choose between 20mg and lower strengths, how to fill and prime a pod, what to do when something goes wrong, who should buy it and who should look elsewhere, and how it stacks up on value against comparable bottles.

Flavour profile: what lemon and mint actually taste like

Lemon Mint is a two-note flavour, and the way those two notes arrive is what defines it. On the inhale, expect a tart citrus character that reads closer to lemon zest and lemonade than to lemon sweets. There is some sweetness behind it, because a nicotine salt at this strength needs a little rounding off, but the sweetness is moderate rather than heavy. On the exhale, the mint takes over with a cool, fresh finish. It is the kind of mint you associate with a mint leaf or a sugar-free mint sweet, rather than the sharp, icy blast of a heavy menthol e-liquid.

A practical way to think about it is as a layered tasting note, from first puff to aftertaste.

• Inhale: bright, slightly sharp lemon with a light sweetener behind it
• Exhale: cooling mint that lingers for a second or two
• Aftertaste: clean and lightly citrus, not sticky
• Sweetness: low to medium
• Cooling effect: medium, noticeable but not numbing
• Throat hit: firm at 20mg, softened by the salt formulation

Flavour in a nicotine salt behaves a little differently from flavour in a freebase liquid. Because salts are used at low wattage, the liquid is warmed gently rather than heated hard, so the top notes, which in this case are the citrus, tend to come through crisply. Push the power too high on a small pod and the lemon can turn flat and the mint can start to taste slightly burnt. If the flavour seems muted, the cure is usually a fresh coil or a lower setting, not a higher wattage.

Temperature changes the balance between the two flavours. At the cooler end of a variable-wattage device, lemon is dominant and the mint is a faint afterthought. As you step the power up a few watts, the mint becomes more assertive and the lemon becomes softer. Most users settle into a middle setting where both are clearly present. If your device has an adjustable airflow, tightening it concentrates the flavour and makes the cooling effect stronger, while opening it up dilutes both.

Cooling agents also build up in the mouth over a long session. If you vape this flavour continuously for an hour you may find the mint seems to fade, which is a form of flavour fatigue rather than a fault with the liquid. A glass of water or a few minutes away from the device usually resets your palate. Many vapers keep a second, different flavour as a rotation partner for exactly this reason.

What is in the bottle: specifications and nicotine content

Knowing exactly what you are buying matters with nicotine products, so here are the specifications, along with a few calculations that help put the bottle in context.

• Volume: 10ml
• Nicotine type: nicotine salt
• Strength: 20mg/ml, equal to 2% nicotine by volume
• Total nicotine in the bottle: 200mg (10ml multiplied by 20mg/ml)
• Base liquid: propylene glycol and vegetable glycerine, with flavourings and nicotine salt. Elux nic salt bottles are formulated around a balanced base for pod devices, but always confirm the exact ratio printed on the label of the bottle you receive
• Flavour: Lemon Mint
• Intended devices: refillable pod systems and low-power mouth-to-lung devices
• Not intended for: sub-ohm tanks, high-wattage mods, or pre-filled disposable devices

The 200mg figure is worth noticing. It is the total nicotine you are buying, and it is the number to keep in mind for storage and safety. A single bottle contains enough nicotine to harm a child or a pet if swallowed, which is why the bottle uses a child-resistant cap and why it must be kept out of reach and stored upright.

In practical terms, one 10ml bottle holds roughly the same amount of liquid as five 2ml single-use disposables did, and its liquid is much cheaper per millilitre because you are not paying for a battery, a plastic shell and a one-off coil each time. As a rough guide, one millilitre of nic salt in a typical low-power pod gives somewhere between 150 and 250 puffs, depending on how long and hard you draw. That puts a full bottle in the region of 1,500 to 2,500 puffs. Treat that as an estimate rather than a promise, because puff length, device efficiency and power setting all move the figure.

On regulation, nicotine e-liquids sold in the UK must be notified to the MHRA before they go on sale, must carry the standard health warning, and must list their ingredients on the label. Reputable retailers only stock notified products, and you should check that the bottle in your hands has an intact tamper-evident ring, a readable batch number and a clear strength marking before you use it. If anything about the packaging looks wrong, do not use the liquid and contact the seller.

Device compatibility, coil and mesh technology

The e-liquid does not have a battery or a coil of its own, so the performance you get depends heavily on the device you put it in. Nic salts at 20mg/ml are designed for low-power, restricted-airflow hardware. That means refillable pod kits, slim pen-style starter kits and small mouth-to-lung tanks, typically running somewhere between 8W and 25W with coil resistance in the region of 0.6 to 1.2 ohms.

Most modern pod kits use one of two coil types.

• Mesh coils: a flat sheet of perforated metal with a large surface area that wraps cotton or similar wicking material. Mesh heats quickly and evenly, which tends to give a fuller flavour from lemon and mint and a consistent hit through the whole puff. Mesh coils are usually rated for between one and three weeks of regular use.
• Round-wire coils: a traditional spiral of resistance wire in a cotton wick. These often give a slightly softer, more subdued flavour and a gentler warm-up. They tend to be forgiving with salts and are cheap to replace.

Both work with this e-liquid. If you are choosing a kit specifically for a citrus and mint flavour, a mesh coil in the 0.8 to 1.0 ohm range is a sensible starting point, because the faster heat-up helps the lemon note arrive crisply. Popular refillable pod families from established makers, such as the Vaporesso XROS series, Oxva Xlim, Uwell Caliburn, Geekvape Wenax and SMOK Novo ranges, use coil sizes in this range, though you should always check the manual of your specific device for its recommended wattage and compatible liquids.

There are devices you should not use with this bottle. Pre-filled, non-refillable pods and disposables are sealed units and cannot be topped up. Sub-ohm tanks, with coils below roughly 0.5 ohms and power settings above 40W, are designed for lower-strength, high-VG liquids. Using a 20mg nic salt in one of those would deliver far more nicotine per puff than is comfortable, as well as wasting liquid and risking a burnt taste.

Tank and pod capacity is also controlled in the UK, with a maximum of 2ml for a refillable tank or pod. This is why a 10ml bottle will refill a standard pod around five times. Check that your device has a fill port big enough for the bottle's nozzle. Elux nic salt bottles use a slim tip designed for the small fill ports found on most pods, but it is worth testing the fit before the first fill. Coil life with salts is shorter than with low-sugar freebase liquids, so keep a spare coil or replacement pod on hand.

Performance, throat hit and puff delivery

The main thing 20mg nic salt does well is deliver a satisfying amount of nicotine in a short space of time without the harshness that a freebase liquid of the same strength would cause. For a smoker who has been used to cigarettes, that speed is the point. A handful of draws is often enough to settle a craving, whereas lower-strength freebase liquids in a larger tank can take much longer.

Throat hit is the sensation at the back of the throat as you inhale. At 20mg/ml you should expect a clear, firm hit, noticeably stronger than a 10mg salt or a 3mg freebase liquid. The lemon and mint flavour profile suits this because the cooling effect on the exhale draws attention away from the hit. If you are used to cigarettes, the throat hit at this strength is closer to what you are looking for. If you are coming from low-nicotine vaping, 20mg may feel sharp for a day or two, and you may prefer a lower strength.

Vapour production from this type of setup is modest. A small pod with a mesh coil running at 12W to 18W produces a thin, tightly controlled cloud, not the large plumes associated with sub-ohm devices. That is by design. Low vapour output means the liquid lasts longer, the flavour is concentrated, and the vapour is discreet.

Here is a rough guide to how long a 10ml bottle lasts, assuming 150 to 250 puffs per millilitre and a total of 1,500 to 2,500 puffs per bottle.

• Light use (about 100 puffs a day): roughly two to three weeks
• Moderate use (about 250 puffs a day): roughly one week
• Heavy use (400 or more puffs a day): roughly four to six days

These are estimates. Power setting, how long you hold each draw, how often you chain-vape and how quickly your coil degrades all move the numbers. A fresh coil will make a bottle last slightly longer, because it vaporises more efficiently. A tired coil forces you to take more draws to get the same flavour and nicotine effect.

Consistency across the bottle is generally good with a nic salt, as the nicotine and flavourings are evenly dispersed. If you notice that the flavour seems to fade as the bottle empties, the cause is almost always the coil, not the liquid. Replace the coil or pod first, and only suspect the liquid if a new coil makes no difference.

Nicotine strength guidance: is 20mg the right choice?

Choosing the right strength is the single most important decision when buying a nicotine salt. Too low and you will still be craving cigarettes and may relapse. Too high and you will feel dizzy, nauseous or jittery. The 20mg/ml strength is the highest level legally available in the UK, and it is intended for people who are moving away from a significant smoking habit, not for casual or occasional users.

As a general rule of thumb, not a medical recommendation, many vapers use the following guide when starting with salts in a pod device.

• More than 10 cigarettes a day, or first cigarette within 30 minutes of waking: 20mg/ml is the usual starting point
• Around 5 to 10 cigarettes a day: 10mg to 12mg/ml is often enough, and 20mg may feel too strong
• Fewer than 5 cigarettes a day, or social smokers: 5mg to 10mg/ml is more suitable
• Ex-smokers maintaining a vaping habit: many step down to 10mg, 5mg or lower over time

Signs that your strength is too high include a spinning or light-headed feeling after a few puffs, nausea, headaches, hiccups, a racing heartbeat, and a harsh hit that makes you cough every time. If you notice these, stop, drink some water, and move to a lower strength next time. Signs that it is too low include constant cravings, taking many more puffs than you expected, and returning to cigarettes between vaping sessions.

Because nic salts are absorbed quickly, you may find you need fewer puffs than you expect. Resist the urge to chain-vape, and let the first couple of days set your pattern. If you find that you are vaping a lot yet still craving, the cause may be an under-powered device or a worn coil rather than the nicotine strength, so check the hardware before increasing anything.

This bottle should not be used by anyone who does not already use nicotine. Nicotine is addictive, and while UK public health bodies have stated that vaping carries a small fraction of the risk of smoking, it is not risk-free. Anyone who is pregnant, breastfeeding, has a heart condition or takes regular medication should speak to a GP or pharmacist first. If you are trying to quit entirely, NHS stop smoking services offer free support and can advise on combining vaping with behavioural help. A 0mg liquid is the right choice for people who want the flavour without the nicotine, and lower-strength salts are available for those stepping down.

Battery and charging for the device you pair it with

Because Elux Nic Salts Lemon Mint is a liquid, it has no battery of its own. What matters is the battery in your pod kit. Understanding how that battery behaves helps you plan around the bottle and avoid the common problem of running out of power halfway through the day.

Refillable pod kits typically carry batteries between 400mAh and 1,000mAh, with the slimmest pen-style devices at the lower end and chunkier pod mods at the upper end. A simple calculation shows what to expect. A 800mAh lithium cell at 3.7 volts stores around 2.96 watt-hours, or roughly 10,600 watt-seconds. A three-second puff at 15W uses about 45 watt-seconds, so in theory that cell could supply around 235 puffs. In practice, conversion losses and the need to avoid fully draining the cell reduce this to something nearer 150 to 200 puffs per charge. That is enough for a light user across a full day, while heavier users will want to top up once or twice, or carry a spare.

Most current devices charge over USB-C, which takes around 30 to 60 minutes for a typical pod kit. A few practical charging habits will protect both the battery and your home.

• Use the cable that came with the device, or a reputable USB-C cable, plugged into a standard 5V adapter or computer port
• Do not charge on soft furnishings such as beds or sofas, where heat cannot escape
• Do not leave a device charging unattended overnight if you can avoid it
• Stop using any device that is swollen, hot, or smells unusual, and do not charge it
• Avoid fast chargers rated far above what your device manual specifies

Running at lower power also stretches battery life. Because nic salts work well at 10W to 18W, you are drawing far less from the cell than a vaper running a sub-ohm tank at 60W would, and that is one reason pod kits stay compact.

When a device reaches the end of its life, it should never go into household rubbish or a kerbside recycling box. Lithium batteries can ignite when crushed in refuse lorries and waste plants. Take devices and loose batteries to a local authority household waste recycling centre, or to a retailer take-back scheme. Many UK shops that sell batteries and electrical items are obliged to accept small waste electricals, and supermarkets and DIY stores often have collection bins for batteries. Look for a drop-off point near you through your council or the national recycling locators. Empty plastic bottles should also be disposed of in line with local council rules, which we cover below.

Design, packaging and build quality of the bottle

An e-liquid bottle is a simple object, but the details of the build affect how easy it is to use and how safe it is to keep. The Elux nic salt bottle is a 10ml plastic dropper-style container with a slim, narrow nozzle designed to fit the small fill ports on pod devices. The plastic is soft enough to squeeze gently, which gives you control over how much liquid leaves the bottle, and the narrow tip helps keep drips to a minimum.

There are several features to check each time you open a new bottle.

• Tamper-evident ring: the plastic band around the cap should be intact when you receive the bottle. A broken ring suggests the bottle has already been opened.
• Child-resistant cap: the cap is designed to require a press-and-turn or similar action. It is not a substitute for supervision, and the bottle should always be kept somewhere children and pets cannot reach.
• Label: the label should show the flavour name, nicotine strength, bottle size, ingredients, batch number, the required health warning and the supplier details. Check that 20mg/ml is the strength printed before you fill.
• Nozzle: the thin tip should sit firmly in the neck of the bottle and not wobble.

Storage matters for flavour and nicotine stability. Keep the bottle upright, tightly closed, in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and radiators. Heat and light degrade both flavour and nicotine, and nicotine liquids that have been left in a hot car can darken and taste harsher. Properly stored, an unopened bottle will normally stay in good condition for between one and two years, and an opened bottle should be used within a few months. A slight darkening over time is normal with nicotine and is not necessarily a sign of spoilage, but a sour smell or a strange taste means the bottle should be discarded.

When the bottle is empty, check your local council's rules for recycling. Many councils accept clean, empty plastic bottles in kerbside plastic recycling, but some do not accept bottles that have contained nicotine, or treat the small nozzle as a separate item. If in doubt, take it to a household waste recycling centre or follow the instructions on the label and on your council's website. Never pour leftover liquid down a drain or onto the ground, and never leave a part-used bottle where it could be found by a child.

How to fill, prime and use your pod

Filling a refillable pod is straightforward, but getting the first few minutes right makes a real difference to flavour and coil life. Follow the steps below the first time you use this e-liquid, and again each time you change the pod or coil.

• 1. Prepare: wash and dry your hands, switch the device off if it has a power button, and take the pod out of the battery section.
• 2. Open the fill port: most pods have a silicone bung on the side or the base. Lift or slide it back to expose the fill hole.
• 3. Fill slowly: hold the pod at a slight angle, place the nozzle in the fill hole and squeeze gently. Fill until the liquid is just below the maximum line. Avoid the central airflow tube, as liquid in the tube will leak into the mouthpiece.
• 4. Close the port: press the silicone bung firmly back into place and wipe away any liquid from the outside of the pod.
• 5. Let it prime: stand the pod upright for five to ten minutes. This allows the cotton in the coil to soak up the liquid. Skipping this step is the most common cause of a burnt taste on the first few puffs.
• 6. Start gently: clip the pod back in, set the device to a low or medium power if it has variable settings, and take a few short draws before your first proper puff.

With a mouth-to-lung style device, you draw the vapour into your mouth first, pause for a second, and then inhale to your lungs, rather than inhaling directly in one go. Gentle, slow draws of two to three seconds suit nicotine salts best. Long, hard pulls can overheat the coil and flood the airflow with vapour.

A few habits keep the device in good condition over time.

• Refill when the liquid level drops to around a quarter, rather than letting the pod run completely dry, which can burn the coil.
• Wipe the mouthpiece and the base of the pod with a dry cloth every few days.
• If you switch flavours, empty and rinse the pod with warm water, dry it fully, and refill with the new liquid.
• Replace the coil or pod as soon as the flavour fades or you taste a burnt note.

Never use the device while charging unless the manufacturer explicitly says that it is safe, and do not carry bottles loose in a pocket or bag where the cap can be pressed or loosened.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with a pod device and nic salt come down to the coil, the fill or the airflow, rather than the e-liquid itself. This is a practical checklist for the issues vapers meet most often.

• Burnt or dry taste: usually a sign that the coil is not saturated or has reached the end of its life. Let the pod prime for ten minutes, take short draws, and lower the power. If it persists, replace the coil or pod. Do not keep vaping a burnt coil.
• Flavour is weak or flat: the lemon fades first as a coil degrades. Replace the coil, check you are not running at too high a power, and consider whether you are experiencing flavour fatigue after a long session. Try a break or switch to a different flavour for a day.
• Gurgling or spitting: liquid has pooled in the airflow channel or the pod has been overfilled. Remove the pod, blow gently through the mouthpiece to clear the airway, wipe it dry, and fill to a lower level next time.
• Leaking from the pod: check that the silicone bung is sealed, that the pod is clicked in properly, and that the pod is not cracked. Overfilling and temperature changes, such as a flight or a hot car, are common triggers. Carry devices upright where possible.
• Throat hit too harsh: lower the power, shorten your draws, or consider a lower nicotine strength. Hot vapour makes the hit harsher, and a tight airflow setting can concentrate it.
• Dizziness, nausea or headaches: you are likely taking in too much nicotine. Stop vaping, sit down, have some water, and move to a lower strength or take fewer puffs next time.
• No vapour at all: check the battery charge, that the pod is clipped in correctly and that the contacts are clean. If the device has a button, make sure it is switched on. A fully flooded pod may need to be cleared before it will fire.
• Sticky residue or darkening of the pod: gunk builds up where nic salts and sweeteners are heated. Rinse the pod if your manual allows, or replace it.

If you have worked through these points and the liquid still seems to taste wrong, smell sour, or has separated or clouded, stop using it and contact the seller with the batch number and a photo of the bottle. Do not continue to use a liquid that you suspect is faulty.

Who this e-liquid suits, and who should skip it

Elux Nic Salts 20mg Lemon Mint is a focused product. It does one job, and it fits some people very well and others poorly. Being clear about that helps you avoid wasting money on the wrong bottle.

It is likely to suit you if you:

• Currently smoke around ten or more cigarettes a day and want a refillable alternative with a comparable nicotine hit
• Previously used single-use disposables and want a reusable, lower-waste option now that those products can no longer be sold
• Prefer fresh, citrus and mint profiles over sweet dessert or candy flavours
• Use a pod kit or a small mouth-to-lung device at low power
• Value a discreet, low-vapour setup that does not produce large clouds

You should probably look elsewhere if you:

• Have never smoked or vaped. Nicotine is addictive, and this product is intended for adult smokers who are switching, not for new users.
• Are under 18, or are buying on behalf of someone who is. Sale of vapes to under-18s is illegal in the UK, and proxy purchasing is also an offence.
• Use a sub-ohm tank or a high-wattage mod. A 20mg salt is not designed for that kind of hardware.
• Want a very sweet, heavy dessert flavour. Lemon and mint is light and clean by design.
• Dislike cooling agents or menthol-style flavours. The mint on the exhale is a core part of the profile.
• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a heart condition, unless advised otherwise by a health professional.
• Only want a small amount of nicotine. A 10mg or 5mg salt, or a nicotine-free 0mg liquid, would be a better fit.

If you are unsure, the safest approach is to start with a lower-strength liquid, especially if you are a lighter smoker, and move up only if it fails to control cravings. Overshooting on nicotine is more unpleasant than undershooting, and it can put people off vaping altogether.

For smokers who are ready to stop entirely, a vaping plan that steps down in nicotine strength every few weeks, ideally combined with local stop smoking service support, tends to be more successful than a single jump to zero. The aim is to leave cigarettes behind first, and nicotine second.

Value for money and how it compares

Value in vaping is mostly about cost per millilitre, how long each fill lasts and how often you replace consumables. On those measures, a 10ml nic salt bottle used in a refillable pod is generally far cheaper to run than the single-use disposables that were common before the UK ban on them in June 2025. Disposable vapes bundled a small amount of liquid, a battery, and a coil into a unit that was thrown away after a few days. A bottle gives you roughly five times the liquid of a typical 2ml disposable, with no extra battery or plastic shell for each purchase.

To work out your own running cost, divide the price of the bottle by ten to get the cost per millilitre, and add the cost of a replacement coil or pod divided by the number of millilitres you expect to get through in its lifetime. For example, if a coil lasts about 8ml to 10ml of liquid, then roughly one coil per bottle is a sensible estimate. Add the upfront price of a decent pod kit, which is often somewhere between £10 and £30 for a reliable one, and the break-even point compared with disposables arrives quickly for daily vapers.

Compared with other established nic salt brands, such as Nasty Salt, Dinner Lady Salts, Pod Salt, IVG Salts and Hayati Pro Max Salts, the differences are in the details rather than the fundamentals. Most offer 10ml bottles at 10mg and 20mg strengths, and shelf prices for comparable bottles tend to sit in a narrow band, so price alone rarely settles the choice. A fair summary looks like this.

• Where Elux is a good fit: a fresh, restrained lemon and mint profile for people who found some nic salts too sweet or too icy, and the familiarity of a brand many smokers already know from the disposable market.
• Where others may be stronger: some competing ranges have a wider choice of dessert, tobacco and bubblegum-style flavours, and a few brands offer more strength options between 5mg and 20mg, which can matter if you are stepping down gradually.
• Where it is about the same: nicotine delivery at 20mg, bottle size, and the general feel of the salt in a pod device. Strength for strength, the difference between brands is smaller than the difference between a fresh coil and a worn one.

It is also worth being honest about trade-offs. A refillable setup needs more attention than a disposable. You have to fill pods, replace coils, charge a battery, and carry a bottle. For some people that is a hassle, and they will go back to cigarettes rather than manage the kit. If you are in that group, a simple, reliable pod device with easy-fill pods may be a better route than the cheapest option.

For the right buyer, the value is strong. You get a full 10ml of nicotine salt at the maximum UK strength in a flavour that stays pleasant over a full bottle, and the lower running cost per puff makes it easy to justify against disposables and against a pack-a-day cigarette habit.