Hold up, vape fam—Belgium’s shutting it down. Starting January 1, disposable vapes are officially out. Yup, the fruity-flavored, pocket-sized puffers that Gen Z vibes with? Gone. It’s all part of Belgium’s anti-tobacco glow-up to keep young people healthy and cut down on addiction.

Let’s talk tea: Vapes were hyped as a “less bad” alternative to smoking, with no smoky fingers and flavors like cola or watermelon. But here’s the kicker—they still pack nicotine, which hooks you faster than your favorite Netflix binge. Some teens are even waking up at 3 a.m. for a hit. Yikes.

But it’s not just a health flex. Critics are calling single-use vapes an eco-disaster. Think plastic shells and lithium batteries tossed in the trash every five days. Rechargeable vapes? Way more sustainable.

Meanwhile, the EU is chasing a tobacco-free generation by 2040. Belgium’s move? Fast-tracking that dream. France is on the same wave too, with its own ban coming soon (and a €100k fine for rule-breakers).

Not everyone’s vibing with the decision. “Why ban vapes and not cigarettes?” asks Ilias, a 22-year-old vape enthusiast. Fair point. Others, like Yona, think it’s about time: “Kids start without knowing the consequences.”

So, what now? Vape culture’s hitting a plot twist. With disposables getting the boot, will we see a surge in rechargeable devices? Or is this the beginning of the end for casual puffing? Either way, the smoke-free future just got real.