Since the COVID-19 pandemic, face masks have been a standard part of our daily lives. Many continue to wear face masks to this day, and some even double up on their face masks. This research is a continuation of a previous investigation of the effect of face mask types, athletic levels, and caffeine intake on retail employees' performance, productivity, and perception. Findings showed that face mask types significantly affected the feeling of unfit and odor. In addition, the kind of face mask had a significant effect on the body temperature ratings. Also, employees who considered themselves to be athletic gave lower ratings of overall discomfort than other employees. The interaction of different types of face masks with the wearing of eyeglasses has been demonstrated to have a significant effect on the stress levels of workers and the amount of time it takes for them to comprehend others.
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