POV: You thought it was just water vapor. Secondhand vape aerosol actually contains: Nicotine (yep, it lingers) Formaldehyde (carcinogen) Heavy metals (nickel, lead, tin) Ultra fine particles When someone vapes around others they expose them to 'second hand aerosol'. But what happens to that aerosol then? Does it disappear or is it like cigarette smoke and stays around, sticking to Exposure to secondhand vaping fumes among teens raises concerns UPI.com The health risks of secondhand smoke are widely understood. But what about secondhand vaping? Is Secondhand Vape Smoke Bad for You? Baton Rouge General How secondhand smoke, thirdhand smoke & vaping affects kids