A parent recently found a small white device in her 16-year-old son’s room and had no idea what it was. At first, it looked like a USB stick, charger part, or some kind of electronic gadget. It had no plug, button, or charging port, while the top contained several tiny holes. Unsure and embarrassed to ask, the parent took a photo and searched for answers.
The mystery was eventually solved: it appears to be a Vicks nasal inhaler, also known as a VapoInhaler. “So no, it is not a USB drive. It is not a vape. It is not a charger.” Instead, it is a small product designed to provide a strong menthol-like vapor sensation when someone has a stuffy or irritated nose.
Inside the plastic tube is typically an absorbent wick containing strong-smelling vapors, often including menthol and camphor. The tiny holes allow the scent to pass through when
