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Finally, Here Are Some Face Masks That *Won't* Fog Up Your Glasses
For all you glasses (or sunglasses) wearers, you know the struggle that comes with donning both your face mask and your spectacles at the same time: Things can get real foggy. While super annoying, it's also a super common issue—and by no means is it a reason to forgo masking up altogether (so don't even go there).
But first, why do face masks cloud up glasses so much? According to ophthalmologist and president of Halodine, Jesse Pelletier, MD FACS, this happens because of condensation caused by our warm breaths."With every exhalation, increased pressure between the mask and face pushes the mask outwards and creates perimeter leakage." In layman's terms, your breath is escaping through the top of your mask and causing condensation on your lens.
Aside from all the annoying fogginess, your breath escaping from your mask is a big no-no, considering that the purpose of a face mask is to protect others from any droplets that may escape when you talk, sneeze, or cough. So if your glasses are clouding up, then your face mask isn't properly fitted.
But the good news is you can certainly find face masks that are better fitted for you, with more emphasis on leaving as little space between the upper rim of your mask and the bridge of your nose as possible. Dr. Pelletier recommends looking for ones with a conforming wire, like an N95 or KN95 respirator.
While there are a couple of other ways to alleviate foggy glasses from mask-wearing—such as wearing your specs further down on your nose or even using anti-fogging treatments on your lens (yes, those exist)—your best (and probably safest) bet is a mask with a firm wire that you can mold and shape closer to your face.
Add to that, your mask should have at least two layers of fabric for optimal protection against virus particles. But don't just take my word for it: Rashid A. Chotani, MD, infectious disease and biodefense expert strongly advises this, because "any space between the face and mask is a potential opening for the virus to enter your breathing space."
Keeping these expert tips in mind, here are some of the best face masks for glasses wearers that'll help keep both the fogginess and virus particles at bay.
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2) Face Mask for Glasses Wearers - Best Face Mask for Glasses - Face Mask that Won't Fog Glasses - Gift for Nurse - Adjustable Face Mask
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3) Medical Grade Face Mask, MISSISM Disposable 3 Layer Breathable Mask, Elastic EarLoop and Metal Nose Wire Clip for Adult Women Teens, 50 PCS
Missism
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$24.69
The power combo of the adjustable metal nose clip and its full coverage style help these three, breathable layers provide protection plus lessen gapping. And you get 50 masks per packs.
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4) Everyday Non Medical Masks 5 Pack
Athleta
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$21.00
The adjustable ear loops and wired nose bridge allow you to customize the fit to help prevent space breaches where the mask and your face meet, which also tamps down on the potential for foggy glasses. Not to mention, this layer is cute to boot.
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5) Kitenge African Print Cotton Face Masks
xNStudio
etsy.com
$14.00
Handmade with fabrics from Uganda, these double layered masks hit just below the eyes. The result: Glasses rest on top of the fabric, forming a snugger fit and helping to put the kibosh on escaping air.
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6) 5 Universal Adult Masks
caraasport.com
$25.00
This five pack of pretty-hued masks offer a bendable nose wire, adjustable ear loops, and are large enough to cover your entire lower face from nose to chin. There’s even a pocket for a filter.
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10) Neutrals (4-Pack)
henrymask.com
$39.99
The unique hexagonal shape creates a tent over the mouth and nose to not only keep germs out, but also air from escaping and causing annoying fog. The mask also sites so high on the nose that your glasses can easily rest on top of it to secure your seal.
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15) The Honest Company Reusable 100% Cotton Cloth Face Masks, Pattern Play, Adult, 2 Count
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