Selena Gomez revealed in a video on Sunday that her voice had been altered due to her vaping habit, addressing the ongoing discussions about her voice changes over time. The U.S. singer, actress, and founder of Rare Beauty makeup line expressed regret for her heavy use of nicotine through vaping, emphasizing the difficulty of quitting and advising against starting the habit. Gomez acknowledged the impact of vaping on her voice, humorously suggesting that those who find her voice unpleasant can simply choose not to listen.
Although she did not specify the duration of her vaping habit, Gomez shared her decision to quit and encouraged others facing similar challenges to persevere. The artist, who has been candid about her health struggles, disclosed her Lupus diagnosis in 2015, a condition that she believes may have affected her vocal cords. Additionally, Gomez underwent a kidney transplant in 2017 and disclosed her bipolar disorder diagnosis in her recent documentary “Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me.”
Health experts caution about the broader dangers of vaping beyond nicotine, emphasizing that our respiratory system is designed for breathing, not for exposure to various harmful substances in vape smoke. While formal studies on vaping’s direct impact on vocal cords are limited, experts warn about the multitude of chemicals present in vaping products that can adversely affect respiratory health, including potential lung damage.
Despite ongoing efforts to address vaping-related health risks, including proposed restrictions on flavored vaping products, there remains a need for stricter regulations on their sale and use. Public figures like Gomez speaking out about the risks associated with vaping play a crucial role in raising awareness and promoting healthier choices among individuals. Efforts to legislate restrictions on youth access to tobacco products, including vapes, are being actively pursued by advocacy groups and policymakers to combat the growing trend of vaping among young people.