NRTs (nicotine replacement therapies) are a billion dollar industry. From patches to inhalers to injections, there’s a million and one ways to get nicotine into your system with a view to breaking your addiction to it.
I smoked for 15 years, then I switched to vaping. I’m now 41 years old, so I figured maybe it’s time I started to reduce my vaping.
I run, I lift weights, I eat a plant-based diet 98% of the time, and I have two kids.
Vaping (and the occasional drink or six) are my only vices.
At the start of the year, I made a goal: cut down on vaping by as much as possible. That meant going from someone that chain vaped to someone that vaped maybe once or twice a week, socially, with a beer in hand.
I tried pouches, and they’re great. They work and quell your cravings more or less instantly. But for the most part, they taste like warm ass. I needed something that tasted better, and that’s when I got into nicotine toothpicks. Specifically, NicPix.
Meet NicPix, The Best Tasting Nicotine Toothpick on The Market
I was at a tradeshow a few months back and I stumbled across NicPix. I got myself a sample pack, and ventured off into the tradeshow. I had some lunch and then took out one to try. I popped it in my mouth and headed out to a meeting.
Usually, before any meeting I’m mainlining nicotine. Either via a pod vape or a nicotine pouch. But this day was different; I was perfectly content and the reason was the NicPix I had shoved in my gob.
And the best part? It tasted great: like bar salt vape juice, just without the vapour.
I got a pack of Blueberry Sour Raspberry, my favorite nic salt flavor, and, to my surprise, the flavor was not only accurate but it lasted for ages, easily 45 minutes. The nicotine hit was subtle but consistent; it took out my craving within seconds of popping it in.
I was sold. I travel a lot which means spending time on planes and trains, so something like NicPix is a godsend. They’re made from wood, there’s no electrical parts (it’s literally a toothpick dipped in bar salts vape juice), so you can take them anywhere and use them anywhere.
And they’re inexpensive too; you can grab a pack for £3.99 and you get 20 nicotine toothpicks per pack. My first sampler pack lasted almost a week, as I was using it in conjunction with VELO pouches and my pod vape.
So How Do Nicotine Toothpicks Like NicPix Actually Work?
Nicotine toothpicks deliver nicotine through buccal absorption — which is just a fancy way of saying it gets into your bloodstream through your cheeks and gums.
You don’t inhale anything. You just chew or suck on the wood, and over time, the nicotine releases slowly.
There’s no smoke, no vapor, no device — it’s just you, your mouth, and a cleverly soaked toothpick.
That makes them perfect for:
- Planes
- Trains
- Offices
- Restaurants
- Long-haul travel
- Literally anywhere smoking or vaping is banned
They’re discreet, clean, and honestly kinda genius.
NicPix FAQs
How Strong Are NicPix?
Each NicPix contains 10mg of nicotine, which sounds high — but remember, it’s not all absorbed at once.
For context:
A cigarette delivers about 1–2mg of absorbed nicotine
A high-strength nic salt vape gives around 1–1.5mg per puff
NicPix releases its dose slowly, so it feels smooth and sustained
It’s strong enough for heavy vapers like me, but not so intense that you’re bouncing off the walls. Just don’t chew five at once — this isn’t a dare.
Are Nicotine Toothpicks Safe & Legal?
Yes, NicPix are legal in most countries where nicotine products are sold. And because there’s no combustion or vapor, you can use them pretty much anywhere.
No smell
No clouds
No angry looks from strangers
How Long Does Each Pick Last?
On average, one NicPix toothpick lasts 20–30 minutes depending on how you use it. Here’s what works best for me:
Gently chew or just hold it in your mouth
Rotate it every few minutes
Don’t go full beaver mode — these are toothpicks, not gum
I use one while working, driving, or watching TV. It’s a slow-burn, steady way to keep cravings at bay without vaping every 10 minutes.
A pack of 20 lasted me nearly a week — even while cutting down on both pouches and vape use.
Why NicPix Worked for Me (When Other Stuff Didn’t)
I needed something that:
- Delivered nicotine without inhaling
- Tasted like a bar salt e-liquid
- Could go where I go — including planes and offices
- Didn’t feel like punishment (looking at you, bitter pouches)
NicPix nailed it. They didn’t feel like quitting. They felt like a swap — and that’s what made it stick. I wasn’t fighting the habit. I was just switching out the delivery system.
I still vape occasionally, usually with friends or when I’m having a drink. Nowadays, I only vape when I’m out having a beer or a few drinks socially. At home, I either use NicPix or nicotine pouches. But for overall taste, I much prefer NicPix.
Wrapping Up…
If you’re looking to cut back on vaping — or just want something smoother, simpler, and more portable — nicotine toothpicks are absolutely worth a shot.
NicPix, in particular, have been a game-changer for me. Great taste, easy to use, and they’ve taken me from chain-vaping daily to just the occasional puff when I actually want it.
And hey, they’re £3.99 a pack, so even if they’re not your thing? You’re not out much.
