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People are Starting to Understand the Huge
Differences Between Masks
Grin Brands of India Sells Stylish Masks that
Save Your Life
ANALAN®
Masks Provides Reusable Masks
but Also Now Offers Disposables
Banale of Italy has Unique Strapping Arrangement
for a Tight Fit
Xiaomi of China has Several Filter Designs
Including One Which is Powered
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People are Starting to Understand the Huge
Differences Between Masks
An article in the Independent is
constructive in making the case that there is a
big difference between masks in terms of
efficiency but it ignores the importance of a
tight fit.
the Independent stated “new research has
identified a major difference in the
effectiveness of different types of face
coverings, with some allowing 93 per cent of
harmful virus particles to escape.”
Consumer watchdog Which?
carried out studies on 15 masks that can be
purchased online and on the high street and
tested them on filtration efficiency,
breathability, ease of use, and instructions.
Face coverings made from just one layer were
found to be the least effective, with the
lowest-ranking ones identified as a Termini8
face covering sold by Lloyds Pharmacy at £2, one
from Asda priced at £3, and an Etiquette-branded
mask available at Superdrug for £3.
While all of these face coverings were
lightweight and easy to breathe through,
Which? reported that they were not effective
at filtering harmful particles.
In light of their findings, Which? has
advised consumers not to buy any of these masks,
claiming that the Etiquette mask filters just
seven per cent of harmful particles.
Meanwhile, several masks were highly rated by
the consumer watchdogs.
In first place was the NEQI reusable
face mask sold at Boots and Ocado in packs of
three for £15. It was found to filter 80 per
cent of particles but was also very easy to
breathe through.
In second place were the face coverings made by Bags
of Ethics Great British Designer,
available at ASOS and John Lewis for £15 in
packs of three. It was rated as the most
breathable mask but also rated highly in terms
of filtration.
The study also looked at how effective masks
were at preventing glasses from steaming up,
something that is common for those wearing face
coverings that aren’t completely breathable.
Which?
found that just two masks were suitable for
those wearing glasses:
a £12 mask from ASOS and the £10 AB Mask.
Natalie Hitchins, Which? head of home
products and services, said there is a "huge
difference" in quality between reusable masks
sold in stores around the country and online.
"We would urge manufacturers to use our findings
to up their game and improve their products -
until then it is worth taking time to research
the best option for yourself and your loved
ones," she said.
Asda commented that its face coverings "comply
with British Retail Consortium guidance and the
Office for Product Safety and Standards".
The company added: "The covering that featured
in this review was produced before the CWA17533
guidelines were published and is no longer on
sale."
Superdrug said its Etiquette mask had been
tested against official guidelines, adding:
"This product was clearly retailed as a fabric
face covering and not a surgical mask - designed
to help the wearer reduce the spread of a cold
or virus, as per government guidelines."
Additionally, Lloyds Pharmacy said its Termin8
mask is "compliant with all necessary
requirements as set out by the Department for
Health & Social Care and the British Retail
Consortium, for use as a face covering in
numerous public settings as required by UK law".
The research comes after
a study conducted
by researchers at the University of Cambridge
and Northwestern University, found most of the
fabrics commonly used for non-clinical face
masks are effective at filtering ultrafine
particles that may contain viruses such as
SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes Covid-19.
They also examined the effectiveness of N95 and
surgical masks, which are more commonly worn by
healthcare professionals.
Grin Brands is company in a variety of niche and
exclusive products in health, wellness and
fitness category home based in Delhi India.. At
Grin Brands, Masks are promoted as “stylish
while saving your life”
AIR Q N99 Eco-Friendly Mask Reusable Washable
Durable
mask is
HyperHEPA media filtration
technology, is designed for protection against
airborne particles, ultrafine pollutants down to
0.003 microns. The mask uses a specialized
sealant material that gently and firmly conforms
comfortably to
face shape, claiming to fully prevent any
polluted air from leaking in. This sealing
configuration is also designed for maximum
comfort all day long – it prevents unsightly
pressure marks.
EasyStrap
is
adjustable head wear specially designed to
comfortably fit your face. The adjustable head harness
assembly promotes a comfortable fit with multi
size adjustable head cradle, long lasting
straps. A
resilient silicone face seal provides comfort,
durability, and stability and
keeps
its shape in all environments. The sizes
available are medium, large and extra-large.
There are a range of other masks with
ratings of N95 and N99.
Prices range from 800 to 3000 Rs. The
company also sells air purifiers. They sell on
line but also through retailers.
ANALAN® was founded by Andy and Jay Zhang in May
2017. The company is committed to the
development and production of washable and
reusable air mask and dust masks.
The
company sells on line but also through
affiliates who receive $1 for each mask sold
through a successful referral.
It also sells through Amazon.
The company has
now designed a new washable mask, and
the breathing valve has also been completely
redesigned. Filters have achieved FDA
certification, and co-production plants have
achieved Newest N95 certification. The company
will provide free replacement service for 180
days
(It
will pay the return shipping cost).
The company currently uses China Southern
Airlines' transportation service to transport
the goods to the United States and then delivery
to FedEx. FedEx will ship it to a home. The
shipping cost is about $8-12 per package. But
the shipping time only takes 7-15 days.
$14.95 for 10 pieces.
There are positive comments on Amazon but here
is one negative one: “Pain at the back or my
ears. Mask is big but filter is way too small so
it is not blocking any dust at all.”
(This is a subject that needs further
discussion. Does a
mask with an insertable filter have a
disadvantage because the filter area is smaller
than a mask that uses the entire surface for
filtration?
$17.95 for 10 pieces.
N 99 Mask - 28 pieces for $25.
Banale of Italy has Unique Strapping Arrangement
for a Tight Fit
Banale is located in Milan Italy and has
expanded from a small startup company in 2015. BANALE is an Italian word
that means common, ordinary, not original. the
founders choose this word as brand name in 2015
because it represented the opposite of the
products that they wanted to design which is
Unique and useful accessories that help make it
through the daily commuting and the long
travelling more easily and more safely.
It launched a dozen of 100% original
accessories, aimed to empower urban
life daily experiences and the frequent travel
routine.
The Pollution mask has an interchangeable filter
compliant with the FFP2 European standard (N95).
The design of Banale MASK provides comfort and
full protection against PM 2.5, PM 10, pollen
and bacteria.
The mask has a unique design to provide the
tight fit. The wearer pulls the laces until the
mask automatically adapts to his
face,
leaving no holes where particles can creep in.
It will also fit with all different kinds of
sunglasses and helmets.
The FFP2 standard filter is made by combining
seven filtering layers. It will ensure that you
have 95% protection from PM2.5, PM10, pollen and
bacteria.
Filters are easily replaced as shown above.
Xiaomi of China has Several Filter Designs
Including One Which is Powered
The Purely anti-pollution air mask is
a KN95
standard 4-layer filter mask
designed to be KN95 resistant to dust, bacteria
and viruses.
Along with the easy-to-open folding design so that users can easily store masks in backpacks , bags, jackets, it helps to keep the masks hygienic and for longer time of use.
The product is shipped from the Chinese
warehouse of Gearbest, by priority
direct mail in order to have
international tax free shipping.
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