I've been buying Chisip since 2020. Several reputable news sources recommended them back then and I just stuck with them. Only now am I finding out they aren't as great as they claim.

I really want black ones. I'm starting a new job and I think black ones look the nicest so I want to stick with those at work.

I felt overwhelmed by the recommendations on this sub and still don't know where to buy any. I don't do links from strangers. So if you wouldn't mind telling me what kind, what site and what seller, if a site has multiple sellers.

I'm very overwhelmed and have no idea what I can afford or where to buy anything.

Hi :) Im unfortunately a lil late to the covid-conscious stuff, but better late than never so I bought some masks from HARD Germany at the beginning of January due to ppl recommending them on here for us Europeans. Now Im kinda pissed tho, cause delivery was supposed to be 14 days and they still havent shown up, I've emailed 2 different emails that I have found, 1 being the one on their website, the other being in the bill they sent me. I have called the number on their website like 10 times, at different points in the day, at reasonable service hours for the time zone and the call gets immediately rejected. I have no idea what to do now cause I dont wanna order off amazon due to the lack of quality control and also fucking amazon, so I dont know what else to do. I just wanna get in touch with their customer support and find out whats wrong... Anyone got any tips?

Hi, I'm looking for a study that shows masks work and are not detrimental to health. Obviously I know these facts myself, I'm just dealing with a family member who thinks I'm worsening my long covid by masking 🥴 I've already shared all the facts...Help appreciated! Thank you

My girlfriend is running a Covid safe business, masks required. She’s running into issues with clients not understanding that wearing a mask means always wearing a mask. For instance she had a client who took off her mask to take sips of water.

These protocols have become so second nature to us… I’m wondering if there is a page that breaks down what real Covid protocols are succinctly and clearly.

Thanks everyone!

I know this is probably annoying, but masks give me really major sensory issues with the straps behind my ears, they start digging in and hurting like 30-60 minutes into use. Any recommendations for either masks that wrap around the neck/head, or ways to keep the straps off my ears? I have kind of a large head/round face, so most solutions make the mask to right on my face. Bonus points for masks that come in black/general fun colors and patterns!

(I remember getting the perfect mask a while back but I couldn't find them again and eventually I threw it away, RIP)

In 2020, the United Nations Organization announced the global pandemic & the governments of all countries advised not to leave home & if you do go out, wear a Face Mask.

From there, Some notable brands appeared such as LG, Honeywell, Philips & Razer that would create masks with Purifiers for the air you breathe among other functions in which LG, a South Korean brand with years of experience in technological products, stands out for being the one that would create the which would be considered the best Face mask (Especially the Gen 2) in my opinion & that of many, to have several:

Pros:

-The purification of the air & consequently the breathing of pure air for your lungs. -Have a USB-C port & microphone to have a clear voice while using the mask. -2 HEPA filters (H13), Ear & Head straps, Face Guards & Inner covers. -Minimalist colors (White or Black & that combine with other neutral clothings). -Head strap for people who cannot use it normally, for example: (people who do not have ears or who suffer from Anotia, Microtia or similar diseases). -Face Guard that allows the use of glasses over the mask & prevents fogging of the glasses while you use your favorite Cap or Hat.

Cons:

-It is difficult to access on the inside of the mask so you must put screws or similar to access the mask in case of fixing, improving,replacing a part or sending it to be fixed. -There is a UV purifier that only fits one mask. It would be nice if there was more space to put the face mask or several face mask, keys, wallets or glasses at the same time. -Mask charging time (2 hours) & mask duration (8 hours to 5 hours) It would be nice to shorten the charging time & further increase the duration timdade, especially at maximum speed. -Not being able to have the option of receiving or communicating by phone calls while you use the face mask.

I think about this because it seems to me that it was a very innovative product at the time, except that when the pandemic ended, this type of products stopped being produced, which is bad because everyone should worry about their health, even in the small details. For example how to breathe a better... Pure Air.

(Thank's to all for read this at this point & sorry for my bad English i was using a translate program,& i'm not a native English speaker but i use the English because is the worldwide lengguage for comunicating & express my ideas for all who read this)

I am so beyond frustrated. I have an "average" face shape but am running into so many issues with my masks. I wear kn95's to my waitress job because I find them to be more bearable than n95's. I've tried the n95 3m auras, which everyone raves about, but found them to be vey big in the chin area. Even the foam nose piece felt leaky.

I spent $20 on 5 trifold/boat style masks from "Kind" and they were ridiculously big under the chin, and I also felt air leakage around my nose. I then ordered $55 worth of the bifold masks from the same brand, and while there's a better seal in the chin area, I feel air coming out from the top when I exhale. I've tried attaching mask extenders that go over my head to tighten the seal, but the air is still escaping at the top.

The only masks that give me a GREAT seal are these kn95's from Amazon. They have the "GB 2626-2019" stamp and are directly from the XDX supplier, but I haven't repurchased them since reading that Amazon masks aren't to be trusted. Does anyone have any advice? I'm feeling so frustrated. I don't have the money to keep trying a bunch of masks. And they're all non refundable. Do you think the Amazon ones are legit?

I'm sorry I'm sure this has been asked before but I am an LA fire person visiting my home soon. Google is unusable to find which respirators are rated for asbestos. I know 3m makes one for lead that comes up in search results but I don't think it's actually rated. If anyone has a direct link it would be helpful as I just need to pick something up asap if I can find it locally. Thanks all!

The reason for my post is the question in the title. Please allow me to begin by saying I realize to truly know the effectiveness and safety of a mask (and by extension what the best mask is for oneself) a fit test is necessary. My wife and I have been COVID safe this entire time, and as soon as they were available, we both began wearing N95s (as opposed to simple 3-ply) masks anytime we were indoors. We've never contracted COVID to the best of our knowledge, and in fact only my wife has been sick once during the last five years and she tested negative for COVID at that time. It helps that we both work from home, in her case entirely, and in my case most of the time.

Despite our good record and the quality masks we wear, we've decided to order several different kinds of quality N95s, mostly headstrap ones but also a few earloop ones for my wife as she prefers to wear those at times. The goal is to find the best masks possible. The motivation arose from my wife saying she doesn't feel like her N95s are the best fit for me, and from what I see she's right. In my case, it'd be nicer to have something that allows me to move my mouth more easily when I'm lecturing without having to readjust my mask, which certainly does offer a great seal.

All that being said, how essential is an elaborate fit test for the various masks? I believe we've ordered about 8-12 different ones in total. It's a time consuming enterprise especially with that many masks. Of course, if we do run the test, I suppose we could narrow the masks that fit us well to 3-5 each based on the fit on our face alone and how it feels, especially given how obvious it is sometimes that certain masks just don't fit well/don't provide a food seal. My wife is not too keen on testing, but she's also willing and concerned about COVID safety, so if it's necessary, she'll do it.

Her thinking, and I would have to say I agree with her, is that our masks thus far have protected us quite well given our excellent track record of not getting sick for a five years. That's not too shabby! However, my concern is that we're planning on opening things up a little more so to speak, by attending some concerts and other events from time to time - nothing crazy of course - and so we would be placing ourselves in more indoor situations that would potentially increase our exposure. This is why perhaps it's best to be absolutely certain with a fit test. But I'd be lying if I said I was looking forward to doing the testing. Thank you in advance.

I'm a college student looking to be a little bit safer day to day. I've been wearing 3-ply masks from the grocery store for years, but they haven't been restocking them and I'm almost out. I know this isn't the most cautious approach, but for cost and lifestyle reasons, my goal is to get 3-ply masks for daily use and KN95's for higher risk situations. (I'd love to find grey KN95's so I can wear them at concerts without standing out).

I found this list of manufacturers, but I can't figure out where to actually buy them - I do most of my online shopping through eBay or direct (boycotting amazon for obvious reasons. eBay has tons of options, but it seems impossible to tell if they're safe). I found Mountainside Medical, which looks promising, but has limited options. Are they legit or should I avoid them?

Do any of you have advice on somewhere that might be better, cheaper, or sell grey KN95s? Or would a reusable mask with a filter be more cost effective?

Thanks!

Been combing through here looking for recs. About the only one that halfway is comfy is the 3m Cool Flow 8511, but there's got to be something better. I tried 3m Aura - too small. I tried Drager 1950 M/L - too small. I'm looking for Milwaukee 50-73-5000 cup shape with gasket N95 offers adjustable straps - anyone got a link? All I see is 50-73-4000? Is that the same? Anyone know the difference between Milwaukee 48-73-4014 and 48-73-4004. Thanks!

Hi friends! So I went for a n95 mask fit test and failed for all 3 mask types (1870+, 1860, 8210). The problem is that my under eye area is kind of sunken (see pic)? I try to create a seal but theres always a gap in the area where the bottom of my undereye dips in. This is why since literally 2020, I have not been able to wear a single mask without my glasses fogging up. Some are a little better than others but thats it.

What do I do? because I think every type of mask is going to have the same problem for me. I’m also not interested in spending a jillion dollars trying every mask thats ever existed.

Hi! I know there are a lot of posts about this already, but all the ones I found are a year or more older, and it's frequently the case that the masks people recommended back then no longer exist on the market.

I have an XXL hat size and my IPD is 72 (top 1% of US men). So, really large head. Even my high school football team back in the day had to custom-order me a helmet. And I can barely squeeze myself into the largest fencing helmet I could find for HEMA.

Normal masks do not fit me. I have to grit my teeth and remain motionless to keep them in-place, and even then they do not seal. Earloops typically last only a couple hours before they break (and they hurt my ears until they do); accordingly, when I wear masks, it takes several to get through one day, because they do not last. As a result, I just haven't masked since I got vaccinated in 2021. This hasn't been a problem primarily because I was a remote worker until March 2023, and then have been laid-off since May 2023 and living somewhere with nothing to do (while becoming increasingly stressed about finances and an inability to get an interview anywhere), so I haven't been out-and-about.

My house is now locked-in to a sale and I have moved back in with my folks, who actually live somewhere with things to do! Unfortunately, the people here just walk around shamelessly coughing and sneezing on each other indoors, which is disgusting and incomprehensible to me. After having gotten sick twice this month (after years of rarely ever getting sick), I'm peeved, and am annoyed about missing out on life from staying home while sick (unlike apparently most people, I do not go out and spread shit when I am sick — something I would have assumed to be mere common decency). Accordingly, I'm interested in having a mask I can wear when stuck indoors with sick A-holes. But due to the very large size of my head, I literally don't even have the option afaict. So I'm really hoping someone here will know of an extra-large N95 or KN95 that still exists in 2025, ideally that I can fold up and put into my pocket, that will fit me, seal decently well, and not hurt my ears or break every couple hours. And also that won't hurt my nose; I have a gas mask that I've used when spray-painting things, and it seals well, but it's also not made for a large face and it really hurts my nosebridge to wear for any significant length of time. Not looking for a gas mask here, but all the same: would like to not be in any pain from the mask.

Thanks in advance!

What's the difference between them?

Motivation: last time I used some stain removal products I felt sick for about two days afterward (experiencing symptoms in my lungs and throat). I know better than to mix cleaning products but in retrospect I think the room probably lacked proper ventilation. I've done a little research on masks or respirators for that use (I don't need it for every time I clean but just when I use more "aggressive" products)

The issues:

• disposable masks (like N95): they're not effective for VOCs
• half-face/full-face respirators: they use replaceable cartridges that are relatively expensive and need to be replaced every 1-6 months (which for my needs would mean every time)

The "ideal" mask/respirator:

1. provide adequate protection for home products fumes (bleach, hydrogen peroxide like in stain removal products, "aggressive" cleaning products)
2. cheap maintenance (ideally ~1$ per use assuming it would be used only once every few months)
3. known brand (readily available outside the US)

Is there such thing (cheap mask/respirator for the occasional use)?

I guess my masks are not as well fitting as i had thought. I wear the kind KN95 masks.

I am a nail techician and i am practically pressed up against my clients in an enclosed suite. I wash my hands and fully sanitize my area before and after each client and i mask very staunchly.

I got influenza A in November, bacterial Pneumonia in December, and just recently tested positive for Covid this week.

I have a connective tissue disorder that makes mask wearing really painful on my nose, ears, and head but i do it anyways. Basically my nose and ears are floppy and my nose especially is chronically in pain due to the pressure of the mask. I'm also allergic to the foam nose pads, breaking out in actual blisters across on face so i opt for masks without which may be affecting the fit. I tried the Jelli M1 mask but the fit was not great, it was extremely heavy on my nose, and the little filters would clog up so fast with nail dust and literally choke me out.

Do you think an additional face shield would be beneficial? I'm looking into air purifiers as well. Any light weight face masks that don't put a lot of pressure on the nose?

I am really struggling emotionally and physically. I'm already disabled and have experienced permanent disability progression from previous infections. I'm incredibly enraged that i'm doing so much right- not eating at restaurants, not attending any get-togethers, not touching my face, masking everywhere, even to the point of kissing my fiance far less than i normally would; and now i'm confronted with the fate of my condition potentially nose diving after working so, so hard to get out of my wheelchair.

The fabric part (usually gray or blue part of the mask that touches your face) is filtration material, right? Does the shape of the frame need to be snug against your face or does only the fabric part need to touch your face to create a seal? Thank you for your help!

Does anyone have any idea of where I can get a hold of either any 742 scott cartridge filter replacements or maybe a 742-to-bayonet converter for a scott xcel respirator?

Hi, I live in Westminster area of Carroll County in Maryland. Does anyone know of any safe dentists around there? Or within an hour? Both my father and I are immune compromised and I'm terrified to death and haven't gone in years but my father noticed how he might be having a tooth issue. Also he's 70 and had terrible dental care growing up so it's probably just a matter of time.

Any help at all would be really appreciated. I've tried researching but I have a lot of health stuff going on including being autistic and I'm having some trouble managing my anxiety over this which is making it tough to function very well or feel like I'm doing a very good job at it.

Thanks for looking at this and I appreciate the help!

On the advice of some folks of the subreddit, I purchased some air pop masks in early December. They were never shipped and I've reached out to the company twice now with no response. Is this a legit company? Did they stop shipping but just leave the website up? Has anyone actually received their order lately?

Thanks in advance for any help! They looked like good masks and I'm kind of disappointed.

Side note, if anyone has recommendations for a mask that won't fog up glasses, I would love to hear it.

I've been reading lots of mixed responses on if it's allowed to wear a Cleanspace Halo PAPR on flights. Would love to hear your personal experiences. Bonus if you can include the airport, airline, and how recently this was for you.

My plan would be as follows:

1. Wear 3m Aura through security (easier to take off quickly for the quick ID scan, and lets them inspect the Cleanspace as much as they want)
2. Swap out to Cleanspace Halo after security, before boarding
3. Wear Cleanspace Halo through the entire flight
4. Have 3m aura ready in carry-on bag as backup if needed

A few additional notes:
- I have TSA pre-check
- This would be in Seattle (SeaTac) and Burbank (Bob Hope) airports
- Airline is Alaska Airlines
- My primary concern is not getting sick

Thanks in advance for any info you can share!

Hey yall, I’ve decided to go with a Honeywell 7700. Does anyone know if the ones on Amazon are legit? They’re from something called the north store. Just want to make sure it’s not a dupe because it’s a lot cheaper… Link: https://a.co/d/g3c0q5I

Thanks maskers!

I have been wanting to transfer from auras to v flex because all the good reviews on here. So yea another sizing question. The aura moves around on my chin and I have to “pull it down” a lot. The powecom (headband) on the other hand is a perfect fit, I wear it on the daily. Anyone know what the best comp be to the powecom to vflex? I think it might actually be the small for me.

Also bonus points if you can tell me where to buy them.

Hey fellow maskers, looking for a replacement now that my trusty 3m 6200 series is dying after five years of faithful service. I loved everything about it except the way it muffled my speech. Talking gets hard if there's any background noise.

Is there anything that gives clear speech without compromising on the 6200's other features? To wit,

• reliable seal
• comfortable for all day wear, day after day (had to wear it nearly continuously for a week, including while sleeping, when I was in the hospital. Not fun but it worked.)
• comfortable for vigorous, aerobic work
• easy to don and doff (the halo strap has a stiff cradle that slips right on with no fussing)
• disassembles for cleaning (the valves get sticky after a few months)
• parts readily available (I've replaced the elastic straps twice. Haven't had to replace the filters yet but I'm confident I'll be able to find them when I do.)
• cheap (total cost of ownership, not just initial cost. Some masks seem to be on a printer+ink model, requiring frequent changes of an expensive filter.)

Edit: what I've tried so far:

1. 3m aura: did not trust the seal, got lightheaded when working hard, straps were fiddly.
2. Flo: the filters seem like a scam? No idea why they're so expensive and the design doesn't protect them at all so they get dirty really fast.
3. 3m hf800: speaking diaphragm didn't help nearly as much as I hoped. Also the mask is weirdly heavy on my face. I think the weight is distributed farther forward because of the fancy seal check button? Was not comfortable on my nose and started slipping down when my face got sweaty.

For our annual family reunion, people from 3 countries travel together and meet up. But during that time we always get sick. Not seeing my family isn't an option. They believe that getting sick happens when you're tired or because you're weak, and every one of them refuses to wear a mask in public. During the reunion, we go out in public together, I sleep in the same room as them, and we all eat together. My aunt is a doctor but because she never gets sick and she's very tough she doesn't wear a mask and doesn't care if anyone else does. Without her influence no one else will wear a mask. My uncle is very conscious about diet but also refuses to wear a mask. Has anyone successfully convinced their family to mask?