My favorite part about this mask is how quickly it arrived. On my doorstep the morning of the fifth day. I’ve placed orders for other masks, cloth and paper, that have either not yet arrived or took over two months to arrive.
The quality of the masks are notable. They are the standard “face mask blue”. They are of the same quality I receive each morning at the healthcare facility I work in (cloth masks not allowed in patient care settings). The masks are soft, but durable. There is a metal nose piece to conform to the bridge of your nose. The elastic bands loop over your ear and don’t rub the top of ears. They appear to stretch out pretty well, but I have a smaller face so I cannot speak to the comfort of wearing a stretched mask for long periods of time. I’ve used some masks that suck into your mouth when you open mouth breath or talk. That is annoying. These do not do that. They are sturdier. They will move down off your nose if you laugh or yawn. I haven’t met a mask yet that can handle that.
The material is pretty soft. With other masks I see the pointed corners in my periphery because of the way the loops are attached to the mask. These masks are not different. It’s not bad, just a thing to note.
The lifespan of the mask says 2 years, but I do not know if that’s the expiration date for the mask or the length of time you can actively use a mask. Neither answer makes sense to me. Masks should be changed as often as underwear from what I understand.
For those interested, the box indicates “made in China”, “produced” by an organization in China, but “manufactured for and distributed by” a Hayward, California company. These do NOT say anything about being latex-free so I would assume the ear loops contain latex.
If you must use a paper mask, these are on the nicer end of the spectrum. For about 87 cents per mask. Worth a try for sure!
| Manufacturer | CandyCare |
|---|---|
| Part Number | OTB00004 |
| Item Weight | 0.3 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 6.3 x 3 x 9.2 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | OTB00004 |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Color | White |
| Style | 25 Count |
| Material | non-woven fabric |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Included Components | Disposable Masks Pack of 25 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Standard Manufacturer |
