Most vapes contain nicotine – even if they are labelled ‘nicotine-free.’ Nicotine is the same addictive chemical found in regular cigarettes. Vapes can also have other active ingredients like marijuana.

In Australia, it is illegal for shops to sell vapes in sweet flavours like lollies or fruit. The only legal flavours for sale are unflavoured, mint, menthol and tobacco. If your teen uses a flavoured vape, it is illegal and could contain many toxic chemicals.

Generally, it is against the law for people under age 18 to buy or use vapes and vaping products.