6,539people across 76 studies
Pleasant scents are linked to lower stress.
The best-supported finding. Dozens of trials across thousands of people point the same way.
We testedthe air.
An independent lab analysed the air you breathe through a Lio. These are the results.
0
NicotineNot a trace.
0
TobaccoNo leaf, no derivatives.
0
CombustionNothing burns or heats up.
Verified with GC-MS analysis
No battery. No heat. No electronics.
What's in a Lio?
Three natural materials, powered by your breath.
- WoodHand-finished olive or walnut.
- Plant-fibre coreHolds the flavour. No electronics.
- Botanical oilsFood-grade, from real plants.
- Your breathThe only thing that powers it.
What's in the air?
What the lab found in the air, and what it didn't.
In the air
- ✓Clean air
- ✓Natural mint aroma
- ✓Citrus and pine notes
- ✓A cooling sensation
Not in the air
- ✕
Nicotine - ✕
Tobacco - ✕
Smoke or vapour - ✕
Batteries
How we tested it.
An ingredient list shows what goes in. We wanted to know what comes out.
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An independent lab
Not our own. The results are theirs, not ours.
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The air, not the recipe
They analysed the air drawn through a Lio during normal use.
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Clear results
Natural plant aromas only. No nicotine, tobacco or combustion.
GC-MS?Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry. The standard lab method for identifying exactly what's in a sample.
What the research says.
Scent, breathing and habits have been studied for decades. Here are the key findings, and how strong each one is.
StrongModerate
232smokers in one study
A pleasant scent can ease a craving in the moment.
One well-run study. The effect was measured over minutes, not months.
2controlled trials
The feel of the draw matters.
It's not only the scent. The sensation in the throat and chest plays a real role.
43,992people analysed
The hand-to-mouth ritual matters.
The gesture is a real part of the habit, not just background noise.
≤20minutes per session
Short, active use works best.
A few slow, focused breaths outperform passive, longer exposure.
What we don't claim.
These studies looked at scent, breath and ritual in general, not at Lio itself. They explain why Lio is designed the way it is. Nothing more.
- ✕Not a medical device
- ✕Not a smoking-cessation product
- ✕No health claims
Good to know.
Natural isn't nothing
Botanical oils are real plant chemistry. That's why Lio delivers only a light, low-exposure aroma.
Sensitivities
Some people react to plant aromas. If you notice irritation, stop using it and consult a professional.
Pregnancy & medication
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding or on medication, check with your doctor first.
Children & pets
Store Lio and its cores out of reach. Cores are not for consumption.
Common questions.
Is there nicotine in Lio?
No. Independent testing of the air confirmed zero nicotine. Lio has never contained it.
What am I actually breathing?
Air, carrying a light natural aroma from food-grade plant oils, such as mint, citrus and pine. Nothing is burned or heated.
Does it get hot or use a battery?
No. There's no battery, coil or heating element. Just wood, a plant-fibre core and your breath.
What did the lab test?
The air drawn through a Lio during normal use, analysed by GC-MS. The result: natural plant aromas only.
Is Lio a quit-smoking product?
No. Lio is a nicotine-free flavoured-air ritual. We make no cessation claims.
Tested. Explained. Nothing hidden.
Have a question? Ask us and we'll give you a straight answer.
Lio is a nicotine-free botanical product and is not a medical device. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and makes no smoking-cessation claims. Research referenced on this page studied scent, breathing and ritual in general and did not evaluate Lio. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, speak with a physician before use.