Most of us used to never think twice about masks, much less all the different types there are to choose from! As things are changing, we are finding more and more people being wondering the different types that are out there. We thought we could help you narrow down which face mask you should wear. Here’s a run down of some of the most common types of masks and their pros and cons.
Which Face Mask Should I Wear?
1. N95 – Respirator Masks
PROS
- Filters at least 95% of incoming airborne particles
- Offers better protection of the mouth and nose than medical masks
- Provides maximum protection against fluid particles and bacteria
CONS
- Can’t be reused
- Wearing for too long can make it clogged due to outgoing droplets
- Does not protect against oily aerosols or fumes
2. Medical Masks
PROS
- Proven to be very effective
- Inexpensive to buy
- Disposable after use
CONS
- Using them could cause a shortage for healthcare workers
- May not fit properly, causing it to not be as effective
- Can only be used once
3. Homemade masks
PROS
- Can be designed to whatever you want!
- Easily available
- Economical: Reusable and can be made using very few resources
CONS
- Not quite as effective as medical masks or N95 masks
- Lack of quality assurance
- Not as much research done
As a result, we hope we helped you to decide which face mask is best for you. Therefore, make sure if you are choosing masks based off of health concerns to always check with the latest information and protocol for proper wearing from the CDC.
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However, if you want more info check out the CDC’s site: https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2020/p0714-americans-to-wear-masks.html