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Our Favorite N95 and KN95 Face Masks to Help Keep You Safe in 2022

Mask up (and mask up properly) to protect yourself against COVID-19 this year.

BY ARIEL KANTERJANUARY 7, 2022

Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve learned a lot. The most important: We’re more in control than we think. Getting vaccinated and boosted are the first steps to protecting yourself against COVID-19. If you’re out and about, a mask is paramount for everyone over two years old, but not every mask offers the same protection. While cloth masks may be more stylish and slightly more comfortable, they don’t hold a candle to N95 and KN95 masks. According to the CDC, when worn properly, NIOSH-approved N95 masks can filter up to 95% of particles in the air. KN95 masks, while not tested to the same standard as N95s, meet international standards. (Unfortunately, there are a lot of counterfeit masks out there. Check the CDC website for their recommendations.) Our selection of face coverings can help you find the right mask to adhere to the newly updated guidelines.

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• BYD N95 Masks (Medium/Large)$70 $40 at Shop Project N95
• Demetch N95 Masks Box of 20 (Small)$75 $50 at Shop Project N95
• Honeywell Safety DF300 N95 Masks Box of 50$36 at Amazon

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• Makrite N95 Masks Box of 40$30 at Amazon
• Kaze Masks 10 Pack$40 at Kaze Origins
• 3M N95 Masks Pack of 10$21 at Amazon

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• Evolve Together Santorini Navy KN95 Masks$15 at Evolve Together
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