Would it be an understatement to say that 2020 has been an interesting year? Yes, absolutely an understatement. It’s been INSANE! To say the absolute least. One of the “trends,” if you will, to emerge this year is the now ubiquitous face mask. Of course, we all love a good fashion accessory, so plain old white or medical blue masks just don’t cut it. If you want your masks to match your sense of style and fashion AND fit well, you’ve got to check out of the masks I’ve found!
Like many folks, I have bought a number of masks. Some have worked well, and many have not. Turns out masks are not one size fits all! I’ve experienced masks that are too big, too small, tight around my ears, sucks in with every breath, hard to breath through, flattens my nose, doubles chin sticking out, and more. My personal favorites have elastic that goes over the head, or soft cotton behind the year, a good nose wire, 2 cotton layers with room for a filter, and fully covers my chin and cheeks without large gaps. What do you like?
Some folks are making larger masks for larger faces, some folks just naturally make larger masks. Here are some of my favorites that I’ve bought or want to buy. The top two listed are my favorites right now!
Under $20
2 layers
100% cotton
Room for a filter
Overhead adjustable elastic
Nose Wire
Super comfortable!
Fully covers my chin and cheeks.
Multiple fabric options
Under $15
2 layers
100% cotton
Jersey cotton/ spandex blended fabric ear
Loops and adjustable with a bead
Reversible
Nose wire
Multiple fabric options
Multiple Sizes
Large 7.5"H x 10"W
Under $15
2 layers
Lined with cotton
Elastic ear loops
Adult 6 1/2" H x 8" W
Multiple fabric options
2 Layers
Cotton inner layer
Elastic ear loops
Pack of 3
6" H x 7.75" W
Nose Wire
2 Layers
Cotton/Spandex Fabric (95% Cotton/ 5%Spandex)
Soft earloops
6" H x 7.5 " W
Fits faces (ear to ear) 11" - 14.5"
Multiple color options
3 Layers
Outer layer is water resistant Polyester
Middle layer is a Cotton Blend
Inner layer is a soft Nano Fine Cotton Blend
Elastic Earloops
3 Pack
XL is 6” H
Multiple Color options
2 Layers
100% cotton
Cotton twill tape ties that can be tied two different ways, behind the head and nape of the neck or around your ears.
Multiple prints and colors
Accepts donations to provide masks for those in need
Sizing not listed, but Copper Union is a plus size clothing brand
Two layers of high quality artificial armani silk
Elastic ear loops
"Female" 5.31 H x 8.85" W
"Male" 6.1"H x 8.85"W
If you read this far, you get a bonus suggestion.
Face brackets are a good way to keep any mask off your lips and nose. It helps make them less claustrophobic and far more breathable! Unfortunately, I find they make my face sweat more. So they’re not great for wearing all day. But perfect for running to the store.
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