The Youth Epidemic and Flavored E-Liquids
Flavorings are the main reason vaping is so appealing to young users. From cotton candy to mango to crème brûlée, these options disguise the harshness of nicotine and make the product seem fun and safe. Studies show that over 80 percent of young people who vape start with flavored e-liquids. Diacetyl and similar additives are especially common in these sweet and dessert flavors. The lack of strict labeling laws means users have no way of knowing what they are inhaling. Even products that claim to be diacetyl-free may contain similar compounds that pose the same risks.
