Can You Smoke Out Of A Glass Pipe?
In 2022 people are all about living healthily and doing what they can to be healthier- this includes being healthy about smoking weed. We get tons of questions asking what the health risk of consuming marijuana are as well as what the healthiest methods of consuming it are. This blog will partially cover this topic, specifically, it will talk all about smoking out of glass pipes and some of the health implications of doing so. If you are looking to learn more about how to use a pipe however, check out our complete glass pipes guide right here!
Is Smoking Weed from a Pipe Bad for You?
Smoking weed out of a pipe is not going to cause damage after just a toke or two but consistently smoking with any device is bound to be unhealthy. Pretty much anytime your lungs inhale something other than air it is going to be bad for you. When you smoke weed you are inhaling what your lungs consider foreign objects and this will irritate them. Over time this can cause problems, but an occasional smoke now and then shouldn't be cause for concern. As far as smoking with a pipe specifically, well, it's controversial if they are worse for you than bongs/other methods or not. Some people consider bongs to be healthier than pipes because bongs filter your smoke more and therefore produce cooler hits. Some people also believe this filtration process to remove carcinogens. So, while there is no definitive answer of whether pipes are worse than bongs, there are many who believe this as well as a theory that would make sense supporting them. Still, the main point here is that all smoking is bad but is ultimately not an issue with some moderation.
What Material is Safest to Smoke Weed Out Of?
As you might've inferred from the title, glass is the safest material to smoke out of, especially when it comes to pipes! Glass pipes use water (most other pipes don't) which can filter most of the toxins in your smoke before you inhale it. On top of this, the water also cools down your smoke which will make your tokes way less harsh on your throat. One other thing in glass's favor is that glass produces the least amount of smoke out of the common smoking device materials, which only adds to the fact that glass is the safest option.
Glass Made in The U.S. vs. Glass Made in China
There's a common misconception that U.S.-made glass is superior to Chinese-made glass. The idea is that Chinese-made products are mass-produced and of cheaper quality. If it were true that Chinese glass is lower quality that would be bad because it could cause your pipe to break more easily or even heat differently which could affect how well it works. The reality of the situation though is that Chinese-made glass is just as good as U.S.-made glass. The U.S.-made glass is mostly mass produced too and the quality of glass used in products is going to vary from company to company, not from country to country. If you are looking for something more unique and handmade then that is a perfectly fine reason to buy from a local U.S. mom and pop shop, but the glass in China is just as good as it is in the U.S.
Scientific Glass vs. Artisan Glass
One further thing to consider when looking at glass products is whether the glass is artisan or scientific. Scientific glass is glass that is held to the same standard as science beakers are. This is a simple way to ensure thick and quality glass. Often you will see glass products playing on this symbol of high quality by even making their products look like beakers or other scientific material (beaker bongs). On the other end of the spectrum is artisan glass, which is the glass that is used for handcrafted devices and more artsy pieces. Artisan glass is easier to work with; it makes shaping and coloring it easier which allows for more unique designs. These can still be great to smoke out of but there is going to be more variability in the quality of your smoke session whereas scientific glass is always a peak performer.
Super Easy to Clean
Another advantage of glass material is that it is the easiest to clean. This is important for safety because smoking out of dusty or dirty pipes can be really bad for you. Not only will bacteria build up over time and put you at risk for infection, but dirty pipes in general cause more irritation too. A dirty pipe will create harsher hits and hurt your throat more than a clean one. Since glass is easy to clean you won't have to worry about not cleaning it properly and you won't hate having to clean it because it'll be quick and easy.
Ability to be Discreet
Being discreet is an often-overlooked element of safety when it comes to smoking weed that is in fact very important in some instances. Glass pipes come in many different shapes and sizes, but they are often very small which is great for discreetness. Glass pipes' size makes them able to be stored easily, couple that with pipes being all one piece (meaning it doesn’t come apart) and you get a device that can be put away in a jiff.
Less Heat
Glass is the gold standard for heat resistance in the marijuana industry and that can be important for smoking devices that you hold in your hand. Wood, ceramic, and other pipe materials will get hot and can burn your hand if you're not careful whereas glass pipes will cause you no trouble. This is just one less thing to worry about in regard to safety, nobody wants to burn their hand and that is least likely to happen with glass pipes.
Get the Best Hit
Glass pipes offer the perfect-sized hits. Other devices such as bongs can overload your lungs, and this can cause irritation as well as get you too high. Neither are fun and while getting too high isn't all that common it is much more likely to occur from hitting a bong than from a pipe. Glass pipes will be able to deliver a perfectly sized hit that gets the job done without added irritation or the risk of getting too high.
Conclusion
Smoking is never completely healthy, so if that is your number one priority consider eating your herb rather than smoking it. Still, there are many benefits to smoking with a pipe, and doing so occasionally won't impact your health. Hopefully, now you have enough information to determine if pipe smoking is for you. If so then grab your pipe, take a puff and enjoy!
