Updated and editorially reviewed by VapePoint: August 2, 2026. General information only; not personal medical advice.
Secondhand vaping is not the same as secondhand smoking because there is no combustion or tobacco smoke. However, people nearby can be exposed to exhaled aerosol, so it is appropriate to approach this with caution and consideration.
What Is Known About Environmental Exposure?
The 2022 OHID review found no significant increase in biomarkers of toxicant exposure after short-term secondhand vaping exposure among people who neither smoke nor vape. Evidence on long-term health outcomes remains limited.
Consideration Guidelines
It is advisable to avoid vaping near children, pregnant women, people with asthma or lung disease, and in enclosed spaces without consent. Respect local laws, business policies, and the requests of people nearby. Vaping outdoors or away from other people may have a smaller effect on their exposure, but does not reduce it to zero.