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The largest improvement was an increase from 7% filtration to 27%, but most only improved marginally. However, bear in mind that over a longer period of time it's possible the fabric will wear and become slightly less effective. So if your mask is starting to look worn out it's time to replace it. A good fit and breathable design is important for the overall effectiveness of the product. If your face covering doesn't fit well, air can escape through gaps. If it's not breathable, moisture can build up. It should be noted that coronavirus particles can be much smaller (as little as 0.1 micrometre in diameter), so what we are measuring is not the face covering’s ability to protect against coronavirus, per se. The best face coverings were able to filter 99.9% of particles, while the worst only managed a paltry 7%' I’m certainly not saying glasses are the main culprit by any means, but you just always want to be careful — making sure you’re cognizant of the fact that glasses can transfer (the virus) and be aware of how to clean them properly.”

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We washed each face covering five times at 60°C, or using the temperature / method specified by the manufacturer, looking for damage each time. In our tests, we found huge discrepancies in how well face coverings were able to filter bacterial particles. Dr. Barbara Horn, president of the American Optometric Association, said she’s become much more conscious of the cleanliness of her eyewear during the pandemic.Adidas told us its mask was designed early on in the pandemic, before there was an industry standard for non-medical face coverings, and that its mask was tested for comfort and breathability.

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They're not adjustable, so may not suit everyone, but our panel of testers considered them well-fitting and comfortable. The triple-layer construction did a good job in our bacterial filtration tests, capturing 80% of particles on the first test and 72% after five washes. Our testers also found it easy to breathe in and comfortable to wear with minimal gaps. It's available in kids, small/medium and large to suit different face sizes, and two colour options. The mix of cotton, polyester and a touch of elastane (spandex) means this face covering is soft, comfortable and a little stretchy.They did well when filtering particles - managing 72% of particles on the first test, 73% after five washes - while also being some of the most breathable masks we looked at. A nose wire allows you to create a snug fit, but the adjustable ear loops can be a bit fiddly to get right. Three people with different head shapes and sizes put each of the coverings on and then took them off again 80 times to simulate a month’s worth of wear, looking for signs of damage. Our research shows that the type of face covering you buy matters, as they vary significantly in effectiveness . Many people use their breath to steam up the lenses to try to clean them. “Especially right now, you don’t want to breathe on your glasses,” Horn said, to avoid putting any germs on them. Don’t use rubbing alcohol or bleach to clean glasses

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Breaking head straps is a common complaint we've noticed with disposable masks, but it doesn't seem to be a significant issue with reusable ones. No damage was reported to any of the coverings during this test, apart from the Vita Shield where the material started to fray slightly after repeated putting on and removing. Cleaning and shrinkage The Big Silk and Superdrug were our two Best Buys that were least likely to steam up. The Big Silk, Airpop and Superdrug were the Best Buys that were rated 5/5 for comfort while wearing glasses. How we selected face coverings to test Although we didn't test the effectiveness of the antimicrobial coatings specifically, you can find out more about these coatings and their claims in our guide to anti-viral face masks. Termin8 and Superdrug (the retailer of the Etiquette mask) disputed our findings and said that their masks conform to government guidelines for fabric face coverings and that the guidance doesn’t require them to have bacterial filtration. But measuring bacterial filtration efficiency allows us to get an idea of how well face coverings provide a barrier for particles.This hybrid ‘semi-reusable’ mask is made from three layers of spunbound, non-woven polyester and nylon, similar to disposable masks. It has a foam nose bridge and a collapsible design.

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In our second round of tests (May 2021), we included newer-style 'semi-reusable' face coverings, and ones with higher-spec filtration claims and antimicrobial properties. Some materials offer very high filtration, but do not allow for the flow of air. This makes it harder to breathe, but can also cause more moisture build-up as your exhalations condense (due to the temperature difference between the ambient air and the air trapped by the face covering).

Seven masks (results listed in the table above) failed our tests. We shared our results with the manufacturers or retailers, and these were their responses. Another reason: People can actually go blind from rubbing their eyes because they can break down the front layer of the cornea, Horn warned. Bottom line: We all want face coverings that can filter out as many germs as possible, but breathability is crucial too.