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Stingfree nicotine pouches are unique for their smooth, waterproof side, designed to protect the gums from irritation. They have a slim format and moist contents, offering both comfort and intensity. Flavour profiles include Mint, Citrus, Cola, and Mango, while nicotine strengths range from 4.4mg to 11mg per pouch.
The absence of the burning sensation gets the bulk of the attention when it comes to Stingfree pouches. But that doesn’t mean they don’t have plenty to offer in the flavour sphere.
Let’s look at some of the brand’s taste profiles.
Stingfree has two mint options.
There’s Stingfree Strong Blue Mint, which is the lighter choice. The mint taste focuses on a refreshing sweetness rather than an overpowering burn that many other brands offer.
For those seeking something more potent, an alternative is Stingfree Ocean Mint Strong. This takes things up a notch with the 11mg of nicotine, and the combination of eucalyptus and menthol also creates a stronger mint taste.
Stingfree covers all bases with its fruit pouches.
For those who like fresh and sweet flavours, it offers both Stingfree California Peach (4.4mg of nicotine per pouch) and Stingfree Caribbean Mango (5.5mg of nicotine per pouch).
A more bitter alternative is Stingfree Maltese Lemon. This brings a dose of tartness into the picture, alongside the fresh sweetness of lemons. Pouches contain 4.4mg of nicotine each.
Most fruits are sweet, but not every sweet pouch is based around fruits.
For those who want something a little different, Stingfree Swedish Cola has a taste of sweet, acidic cola — just like the classic beverage. Pouches contain 6.6mg of nicotine each — and a dose of Swedish magic.
Now, let’s dig a little deeper into the technology behind Stingfree (and the inspiration behind its name).
The team had a mission: To create nicotine pouches that don’t cause irritation. This is a common complaint among users, as the surface of the pouches makes direct contact with the gums. Often, this creates a burning sensation.
While some people like the burn or associate it with a part of the pouch experience (masochists!), the majority of users would prefer to keep things pain-free. Can you blame them?
Stingfree pouches are made of something called PROTEX, a layer between the gum and the rest of the pouch. It’s designed to be extremely thin and smooth.
Yet because the other side of the pouch is “regular,” the user can still absorb nicotine and flavour as normal — in fact, they may be able to do so even more efficiently.
Despite their innovative design, Stingfree pouches can be used the same way as pretty much any other pouch. The only difference is that the protective layer must be placed against the gums — or the user will forgo any benefits!
There’s some evidence that Stingfree pouches are better for oral health than standard nicotine pouches. A study ran with Swedish dentists found that switching from conventional pouches to Stingfree had a positive impact.
Naturally, there’s a huge difference between a pouch being better for gum health and actively being good for gum health. Stingfree are the former — they offer a win when it comes to gum health specifically, but there are other health risks.
Now you know the flavours and protective nature of Stingfree pouches, there are just a few final details to discuss.
Here’s exactly what to expect: