No, vapes aren't 95% less harmful than cigarettes. Here's how this decade old myth took off E Cig Vapor vs. Tobacco Smoke: Which Is More Harmful? White Cloud White Cloud Electronic Cigarettes How bad is vaping and should it be banned? If you vape, you inhale a lot of harmful substances. These can damage your heart and lungs. Vapes aggressively marketed to young adults and children Blog Health & Social Care tutor2u Vapes might be less harmful than traditional cigarettes and might help smokers quit smoking, but they are not safe, especially for individuals younger than 25 years old. Plus, much is still unknown