Great question! Here's a clear comparison of smoking vs. vaping, especially in the context of surgical and skin health (like facelift outcomes): Smoking (Tobacco) WORSE overall Key Harms: While vaping is not risk free, it is less harmful than tobacco Our World in Data Which Smoking Habit Puts You Most at Risk? Vape Better Than Cigarettes Vape vs Cigarettes: Which Is Worse for Your Health, Nicotine & Cost? Vaping vs.Smoking: Which Is Safer in 2024 Q8Vapes Vapes Vs Cigarettes Is Vaping Worse Than Smoking? Hartford HealthCare