The kinds with wires to keep a tight seal around your nose, some with a pocket for a filter, some with adjustable ear straps, and sometimes all of the above
Photo: Abacaxi In order to help stop the spread of the coronavirus, the CDC recommends everyone wear face masks in public. This is especially important in settings where social distancing can be difficult, like grocery stores, pharmacies, and subways and buses . According to Dr. Sten Vermund, an infectious-disease epidemiologist and dean of the Yale School of Public Health who recently published a study on the subject, “many types of masks can essentially block droplet transmission.
Segal and Vermund note that your mask should be both comfortable and fit tightly to your face, but it obviously should not be so tight or so thick as to impede your breathing. To help you find the right face mask for you, we tested 28 of them on the basis of fit, breathability, style, and whether or not they pass Segal’s light test. We will continue to update this article with information as new masks arrive and are wear-tested.
Vistaprint Dotted Face Mask $18 $18 Vistaprint’s masks are made with four layers to ensure proper filtration, breathability, and comfort. Their masks feature adjustable ear straps. For every mask you buy, they’ll give 10 percent to support local small businesses impacted by the coronavirus. $25 at Caraa Buy KI Collection Cotton Bandana Mask $17 $17 Made by hand in Brooklyn, these double-layer masks are made using cotton bandanas and tightly woven muslin. Choose from pink, beige, blue, or black and with or without a pocket to add a filter. All proceeds go to help the designer make more masks to donate to essential workers in New York and New Jersey.
What we think: Buck Mason’s masks are very soft and comfortable on a cool day. They also pass the light test thanks to three layers of fabric. But for Strategist writer Louis Cheslaw, they, like many masks, were too hot to wear comfortably as soon as the temperature went above 70 degrees.$20 for 5 at Buck Mason Buy Baggu Fabric Mask Set $32 for 3 $32 for 3 Baggu’s color-block masks feature adjustable cloth straps, nose wire to ensure a comfortable fit, and a pocket for a filter insert.
What we think: The two layers of cotton feel lightweight and breathable, which probably accounts for why some light shines through when you hold it up to a window or lamp. That said, the elastic ear loops are sturdy but don’t pull or pinch your ears, and the brand offers masks in three sizes, which is rare. The small worked well for my oval-shaped face but was too small for a broader-faced man with a lower nose bridge.
What we think: We like that these are easy to put on, come in a bunch of cool fabrics, and don’t get hot like some other thicker masks. They let a little light through but don’t feel super thin. Plus, according to Strategist Newsletter Editor, Mia Leimkuhler, they’re good for wearing with a bike helmet.$30 at Abacaxi Buy Diop Face Mask $15 Detroit-based clothing label Diop is making face masks inspired by mud cloth from Mali.
What we think: The inside layer of this mask is made of soft flannel, which feels nice but can get hot. It fits broader face shapes better than narrow ones and passes the light test with flying colors. It’s nice looking, too, but may be hard to wear in the heat.$22 at Food52 Buy Food52 Adjustable Cloth Face Masks $22 Food52 is also partnering with their Chicago-based textile factory partner to make fabric patterned face masks using 100 percent cotton deadstock fabric.
What we think: Found My Animal offers their masks with ties or ear loops. After trying both, we found that the ties create a better fit than the loops. Both masks are super soft on the inside and feature a nose clip that keeps them securely in place. Strategist Newsletter Editor Mia Leimkuhler found that clip to be very helpful for low-bridge profiles like hers. One additional note: these do run hot.$10 at Found My Animal Buy Clare V.
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