Daily life has changed immeasurably since the onset of COVID-19, and one of the ways people have had to adjust is by wearing protective masks out in public places, including in parks and supermarkets. These are an essential part of fighting the spread of the virus, and there are plenty of options for you depending on what you need, whether your situation calls for disposable masks to run quick errands or the more long-lasting KN95 model if you're going to work. Check out some options you can pick up on sale right now.
1. Cotton Face Masks; $20 for 4This four-pack of washable cotton face masks comes in tie-dye, kids patterns, and even a series of mustache patterns, so you can do your part to mask germs without also covering your personality.
Buy it: $20 for four (50 percent off)
2. CE- and FDA-Approved KN95 Mask; $50 for 10You've likely heard about the N95 face mask and its important role in keeping frontline workers safe. Now, you can get a similar model for yourself. The KN95 has a dual particle layer, which can protect you from 99 percent of particles in the air and those around you from 70 percent of the particles you exhale. Nose clips and ear straps provide security and comfort, giving you some much-needed peace of mind.
Buy it: $50 for 10 (50 percent off)
3. Three-Ply Masks; $13 for 10These three-ply, non-medical, non-woven face masks provide a moisture-proof layer against your face with strong filtering to keep you and everyone around you safe. The middle layer filters non-oily particles in the air and the outer layer works to block visible objects, like droplets.
Buy it: $13 for 10 (50 percent off)
4. Disposable masks; $44 for 50If the thought of reusing the same mask from one outing to the next makes you feel uneasy, there's a disposable option that doesn't compromise quality; in fact, it uses the same three-layered and non-woven protection as other masks to keep you safe from airborne particles. Each mask in this pack of 50 can be worn safely for up to 10 hours. Once you're done, safely dispose of it and start your next outing with a new one.
Buy it: $44 for 50 (41 percent off)
5. Polyester Masks; $22 for 5These masks are a blend of 95 percent polyester and 5 percent spandex, and they work to block particles from spreading in the air. And because they're easily compressed, they can travel with you in your bag or pocket, whether you're going to work or out to the store.
Buy it: $22 for five (56 percent off)
6. Mask Protector Cases; $15 for 3You're going to need to have a stash of masks on hand for the foreseeable future, so it's a good idea to protect the ones you've got. This face mask protector case is waterproof and dust-proof to preserve your mask as long as possible.
Buy it: $15 for three (50 percent off)
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