Safety Approved Masks - What are the Different Kinds & Which is Best for Your Lifestyle
by Asia
It’s no secret that masks are the new accessory of the year. Not only do they help protect you and your loved ones, but everyone else around you. Yes, they may be a bit hard to breath through sometimes, but having a CDC-approved mask is critical for combating COVID-19 and staying safe. It seems like there are new articles coming out every week about which masks are ‘CDC-approved’ and which aren’t, so we thought we’d help you narrow it down with a quick cheat-sheet for you to use!
Let’s not even lie; cloth masks are probably the most stylish since you can mix and match different colors and patterns to match your style. Though cloth masks can be made from a variety of fabrics, the CDC highlights the importance of using masks that have multiple layers of tightly-woven fabrics that would be able to block a bright light source, as well as ones that include a nose wire.
Need multiple ply? No problem! This 3-ply mask complies with all of the CDC regulations and comes in a pack of black, pink & grey.
Looking for a variety of styles without compromising safety? Check out this pack, which includes five masks that even have a built-in pocket to insert safety filters!
Does anyone else get acne from cloth masks? That’s because bacteria from your face tends to stick to the mask, and the more you reuse them, the more you risk breakouts! Checkout MJ's article on how to combat maskne, but an easy way to prevent this is by wearing disposable, one-use masks. Just think what you would imagine your doctor wearing! Since they’re typically used in the medical field, disposable masks are compliant with CDC regulations and have both multiple layers and the nose wire component. Remember, you don’t have to compromise fashion and safety; you could always wear a disposable mask underneath a cloth mask for ultimate protection and style.
Call me McDreamy because I’ll definitely be rocking this classic blue medical grade disposable mask all pandemic long! Blue is a trendy spring color anyway!
We know, we know. The blue disposable masks can be an eyesore, so here’s our favorite all-black masks! These have not just three, but 4-ply layers of protection!
Ah yes, the tried and true KN95 masks! Though they may make you look like a human duck, they are highly effective at filtration and keeping you safe during Ms. Quarantina. For the most part, KN95 masks function the same as disposable masks but you can actually wear these multiple times. Having the multi-use functionality is helpful for those of us who might not be the best at replacing our masks, yet still want a little extra protection.
Just when you thought we were leaving the duck face in the 2010’s, we had to bring her back, with this KN95 mask! Though you’ll look like a walking Donald Duck, your health will be more than protected!
Looking for a cheaper alternative to the mask above? Checkout this 5-pack of KN95’s and stock up while you can!
References:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/types-of-masks.html