Coronavirus: where to buy linen masks
With the summer season upon us and the Coronavirus infections (finally) downhill, there are still many rules to be respected. One of them is the mask that seems impossible to hold on when it starts to get hot. Sweat, the feeling of being out of breath and not being able to feel the sun and the breeze on your face will be unpleasant but necessary conditions for walking around during summer 2020 to avoid contracting or spreading the virus.
This is why it would be better to focus on linen masks, a 100% natural fabric that will make our skin breathe without oppressing it, but protecting us from the virus thanks to the use of interchangeable filters.
Being in fabric, even the linen masks are washable as well as being an excellent alternative to polyester and synthetic fabrics that are never recommended, least of all in summer!
Here is everything there is to know about linen masks and where to buy them, especially helping small artisans in Italy!
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100% linen masks - Made in Italy on Etsy
Etsy is an e-commerce dedicated to crafts where you can find everything: jewelry, clothes, bags, household items and of course washable masks.
Buying on Etsy means buying items of excellent quality and workmanship, handmade and, in the meantime, giving a boost to the economic situation of our country.
In pure linen, with triple layer and pocket for the interchangeable filter, our favorites on Etsy are handmade by Lilyleau, they are good for young and old and cost € 10 l "one but the more you buy, the greater the discount!
Buy on Etsy for € 10 each
Check out all the linen masks on Etsy
Also on Amazon there are several possibilities in terms of masks, for example these linen masks are produced in Italy, they have 10 filters included and there are of every size and color! They cost € 11.50 but considering the quality of the fabric, it's definitely worth it and what's more, they are reusable!
Mask filters: what they are for
Linen masks, as well as all fabric masks, therefore washable, are different from surgical masks, because the fibers of fabrics such as cotton allow the famous "micro-droplets" of saliva to pass through, which could be infected. That is why, with linen or cotton masks it is advisable to use a dust filter to be replaced every week. With the linen mask and the filter inside, you will feel protected but without feeling short of breath for being too hot, thanks to the light and natural fabric. Plus they are sold in multipacks and you can buy 7 for less than 8 €.
100% cotton masks with filter pocket
As an alternative to linen, there are always masks in cotton, as long as it is 100% pure.
Every craftsman indulges himself with colors, patterns and combinations and there are some very cute online, all strictly washable and with the pocket for the interchangeable filter. They cost € 11.20 but they are 4!
Why do you have to wear a mask?
Usually reserved for assistants, the mask is becoming a product for the general public. There are two types of masks: the surgical mask and the ffp category mask (1, 2 or 3). The ffp mask contains a filtering mechanism that protects both the wearer and the people around it. It can be stored for 4-8 hours before being thrown away. The surgical or fabric mask does not protect the wearer from the risk of covid contamination, but prevents bacteria from being pushed out
When to wear the mask?To maximize the effectiveness of the containment, it is essential to be able to protect yourself and avoid the emission of microbes through the airways when encountering other people. Therefore, it is recommended that you wear a mask as soon as you leave the house, whether you go to a public place, to closed rooms with other people or to the workplace. Wearing a mask prevents the emission of germs and has a "filtering" effect.
How long can the cloth mask be worn?A surgical mask is a medical device designed to protect the people we meet from contamination. It is for single use only and should be discarded after 4 hours.
The washable cloth mask is an alternative to the surgical mask, considered by the government as an effective complement to containment and social distancing. Before putting on a cloth mask, make sure it has been washed at a temperature of 60 ° C.
Once the hands are washed with soap and water, the mask is placed on the face (from the bottom of the chin to the center of the bridge of the nose). Avoid touching the front of the mask and only hold it with the rubber bands. Once in place, the washable mask can be worn for up to 4 hours. It must be changed after each contact with a person potentially affected by the coronavirus.
Before purchasing a face mask, make sure it is made according to government guidelines. In addition to drugs, household stores and parapharmacies, you can find them online at reasonable prices.
