5 Easy Hacks to Make your 3-Ply Surgical Masks more Comfortable




Wearing a mask is the new normal. Despite being the new normal, some people face discomfort while wearing it. 3 ply masks are great for everyday use. However, there are quanta of people who find it not so fitting due to small faces. So, it is important that when a person wears a surgical mask, there should not be any gap. And touching your face and face mask frequently is also not a great practice. So keeping this in mind, some steps make it more comfortable. Let us see what they are:
 
Mask hacks
Snug Fit: Gapping at the sides is a major issue for children and individuals with small faces, as it makes them feel like they're being exposed to the virus. Try this fast face mask hack: Fold the mask in half lengthwise and tie a knot in each ear strap as near to the mask as possible for a better fit. Then, as normal, unfold the mask, tuck the gap on either side back into the ear loops, and put it on. The slight folds on each side should prevent gapping and ensure a secure fit for the face mask.
 
Button Headband: Wearing a surgical mask that loops around your ears, usually sores the skin around your ears. To get rid of your sore ears, get a wide headband that fits over your ears and attach buttons to the side. Fit these loops around the buttons rather than your ears. And sewing buttons to a headband is pretty easy.
 
Swap Styles: According to the CDC, real 3 ply masks with loops are authentic, while with headbands are phoney. If your skin is itchy from wearing a mask that loops over the tops of your ears on a regular basis, try switching to a mask that is fastened in the back. If you have long hair, it will take a few more minutes to put it on, but if you have a ponytail, it will just take a few minutes. This trick frees up the space around your ears.
 
Thoroughly Moisturize: If the fabric has an abrasive effect on the skin. You should notice a difference after applying a substantial amount of moisturiser to your skin. Use a mild moisturiser that won't leave your skin feeling greasy. Wearing heavy makeup under your mask might cause pain since the makeup residue can make the cloth unclean, making it difficult for air to circulate easily through the fabric. 

Ear Guard: These little plastic pieces keep your mask loops from scraping on your ears. If you have a face mask with loops, simply attach the loops to either end of the plastic, just like the button headbands. The guard is placed on the back of your head to keep the mask in place and the loops away from your ears.

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