Vaping and the effects on Skin 😮‍💨

How does Vaping affect the skin? Chartered Scientist, Chartered Chemist and our Founder Bruce Green says:

"Vaping instruments contain large percentage of humectants.

Glycerine and Propylene Glycol – with Propylene Glycol being the humectant with the highest percentage in the formulation.

Gylcerine is often naturally derived but Propylene Glycol is synthetic.

The balance is flavouring, nicotine and other volatile organic compounds. But let’s concentrate on the predominant chemical: Propylene Glycol.

Many foods contain Propylene Glycol and the FDA recognise it as GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe).

Human studies on the consumption of Propylene Glycol are myriad but studies of the effects of vapourised Propylene Glycol on the skin are few but ongoing.

On studies that I have read, overuse of Propylene Glycol containing formulations can lead to the development of dermatitis – resulting in the skin becoming dry and itchy (SOS Serum can help to ease this) and with eye contact it can lead to conjunctivitis.

The mist / smoke from vaping – a dense cloud of Propylene Glycol, is in atmospheric contact with the face. Eyes, lips, and forehead being areas of high risk.

Decreased collagen production and premature skin ageing are all possible side effects.

Look for yourself at a serious vape user and you may see the tell-tale signs of excess humectant mist on the skin above the lip area. Vape Tracks – not from your favourite vinyl – but lateral fine grooves above the lips.’