Written By: Muskan Gupta | Published : April 22, 2026, 1:00 PM
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Excessive time spent in air-conditioned places may deprive your skin of moisture. The humidity is kept minimal by the continually moving cool and dry air and your skin might be tight, flaky and dehydrated. This may also overtime leave your lips chapped and your eyes dry, particularly when you are not taking enough water.
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Persistent contact with AC may occasionally cause breathing troubles. There is a possibility of dust, allergens, and bacteria accumulation in poorly maintained air conditioners, which are then spread to the air. This can cause the onset of symptoms such as sneezing, sore throat, nasal congestion or even exacerbate other conditions such as asthma and allergies in sensitive individuals.
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Spending much time in closed and air-conditioned environments may predispose one to infections. The recirculated air may facilitate easy transmission of germs and viruses, especially in offices or crowded indoor environment. This may cause common colds, coughs or other minor infections.
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Continuous use of AC may at times cause fatigue and headaches. The absence of the fresh air and spending much time in the air-conditioned room can slow down the circulation of oxygen in the room, which can make you feel sleepy or psychologically exhausted. Headaches can also be caused by sudden variations in temperature such as going in and out of AC conditions.
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You may get cold air which impacts on muscles and joints. Most individuals develop stiffness, body aches or even mild cramps when they sit in an AC environment over long periods of time. This is particularly prevalent with people who do not move, like sitting at a desk all day.
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