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Hey there! By now you've probably seen the CDC's new guidelines recommending people wear nonmedical face coverings in public.
These guidelines are in place primarily to protect people around you from droplets you might expel through breathing, talking, or coughing; even people without symptoms may still be at risk of spreading the virus. The masks don't have to be anything fancy — the primary functions are that they are breathable, cover your nose and mouth, and are tight enough that they don't leave loose space for droplets to escape. Ideally, face coverings will also be multi-layered — and even *better*, could include a pocket for a filter. But any kind of face covering is better than not having one. You can check out BuzzFeed's guide to the CDC's new face covering recommendations, which include answers to all your burning mask questions as well as tutorials for how to make your own!
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1. Athleta has five-packs of lightweight face masks in a variety of colors.
Athleta is also donating 100,000 nonmedical masks to a major healthcare organization.
Promising review: "I have tried all kids of face masks ... cloth, paper, homemade ... and they feel either too thick and hot, or they’re disposable so you can’t reuse them. These Athleta masks are the PERFECT mask!! They are light, breathable, have the wire nose bridge .... AND are washable! I am recommending them to all of my friends and family! Thank you Athleta!!" —Hikergirl
Type Of Fit: Adjustable elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Polyester/spandex with cotton liner
Shipping Time: Expected to ship July 4
Get a five-pack from Athleta for $30.
2. Macy's is selling masks from Society of Threads in three-packs.
Society of Threads is also donating 20,000 face masks to Clothes4Souls.
Promising review: "I found good color saturation on my masks that arrived yesterday. They were made out of comfortable material. The straps rested well on my ears unlike some other masks that are too tight and hurt the back of my ears after a few minutes. Nose piece fits snugly on my nose — not too tight, rests gently and comfortably. Great mask, worth the price for three of them!" —Elle
Type Of Fit: Adjustable ear straps
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Expected to ship within 3 business days
Get a three-pack from Macy's for $20.
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3. Gillya Studio on Etsy has canvas face masks in various colors with pockets for filters.
Promising review: "Great quality, and good-looking mask. I love the print and adjustable fit. Quick shipping too! Thank you!" —Chelsea Johnston
Type Of Fit: Cotton straps, elastic ear straps, leather straps, or around the head straps
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Ships in 1-2 business days
Get masks from Gillya Studio on Etsy for $18.99+.
4. On Guard Crafts on Etsy is selling masks in solids, including some that come with a headband to minimize ear ache.
Promising review: "Gorgeous masks, perfect for my smaller face, no gaps... love the headbands. Well-made. Shipped fast! Thank you!" —Jamison Beemer
Type Of Fit: Adjustable elastic ear straps and varied
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton and spandex
Shipping Time: Ships in 1 business day
Get masks from On Guard Crafts on Etsy for $10.75+.
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5. Zazzle has plain white and black face masks, both of which you can customize.
I ordered one of these, and they're nice and lightweight — plus the elastic is easy to tie for a snugger fit!
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Polyester
Shipping Time: Expected to ship between July 7-July 9
Get masks from Zazzle for $12.95.
6. Crownned on Etsy has well-reviewed basic black face masks that ship quickly.
Promising review: "Shipping time was excellent. Item's material is lightweight but the quality of the material is good. Washed both as soon as received they washed beautifully and no fading. I will order from this vendor again. Very pleased." —Kay
Type Of Fit: Around-the-ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Ships in 1 business day
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7. Old Navy's variety of solid color face masks come in different color scales and prints.
Promising review: "I ordered a five-pack of the 'blues' masks. Shipping was faster than expected. These masks seem to be well-made and durable. My set was just as pictured and I enjoy the neutrality of these colors." —Lynn
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Expected to ship June 30
Get a set of five for $12.50.
8. Hanuk Designs on Etsy has back and navy (and rainbow-speckled!) face masks with pockets for filters.
Promising review: "I love the masks I got from you. I have been using it when I jog. Will definitely repurchase more for my family and friends! :-) Thank you!" —Sarah Sinson
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear loops
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Ships in 1-2 business days
Get face masks from Hanuk Designs on Etsy for $14.95.
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9. Box Lunch's face masks come in both fun prints and solid colors, including a lot of pastels.
Promising review: "The material is great. Soft to the touch. The ear straps are very comfortable. The size is great to fit your size needs. In my case a pin did the job. And I have enough room to breathe out and not fog my glasses. Love the product." —Kittymom
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: 95% cotton, 5% spandex
Shipping Time: Ships in 3-8 business days
Get masks from Box Lunch for $12.90.
10. Face Masks MNM on Etsy has neon face masks that'll set the tone for your whole outfit.
Face Masks MNM is a Black-owned business based in New York that provides face masks in a variety of prints and solid colors both for kids and adults.
Promising review: "The color is perfect, the mask is comfortable, and the fit is great. I totally recommend!" —GrouchyCatMama
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear loops or head bands
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Ships in 2-3 weeks
Get it from Face Masks MNM on Etsy for $10 (available in four colors and two styles).
11. Pnut Fish on Etsy has gray and navy masks that come in a ton of adult and kid sizes.
Promising review: "Wonderfully constructed with substantial material. I love the filter pocket between the two layers of cloth. I slip a folded coffee filter inside. Seller is outstanding and extremely professional and helpful! I definitely recommend!! Thank you for my beautiful mask!" —Lisa Simon
Type Of Fit: Elastic or adjustable ear loops
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Ships in 1 business day
Get it from Pnut Fish on Etsy for $16.99+ (available in 29 prints and three sizes, including kids).
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12. Randl By Design on Etsy has accessible masks with a clear window to benefit the deaf and hard of hearing and ASL interpreters.
Promising review: "Thank you so much for making these for me! I’m a speech therapist and it’s important for my students to see my mouth! The masks are great and fast delivery. Thank you!!!" —Kelly Dwyer
Type Of Fit: Adjustable ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Expected to ship in 3-5 business days
Get it from Randl By Design on Etsy for $25.28+.
13. Cotton Purr on Etsy also has clear window masks in a variety of colors.
Promising review: "Love this mask. It’s well made and I will be using on the job as a sign language interpreter. Thank you!" —Patricia Linz
Type Of Fit: Adjustable elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Expected to ship in 4 weeks
Get it from Cotton Purr on Etsy for $28+.
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14. KayKastle on Etsy is selling bright-colored face masks with pocket filters.
Promising review: "Love my grey mask! It is a very pretty shade that goes with everything. It’s very well made and a great price! Also it shipped FAST. I got it within a few days of ordering. Thanks so much!" —Meghan Savercool
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Ships in 1-7 business days
15. Wedding Rose on Etsy has pastel linen face masks with pockets for filters.
Promising review: "Very nicely made, lightweight and comfortable. Worth the wait (luckily I had others to use in the meantime, but THESE are superior)." —Terri Robertson
Type Of Fit: Adjustable ear loop
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton, viscose, and linen
Shipping Time: Ships in 1-2 weeks
Get it from Wedding Rose on Etsy for $9+ (available in 17 colors and three sizes, including kids).
16. Banana Republic has three-packs in varieties of solid colors to choose from.
Promising review: "These masks are super nice! Great quality, sleek look and adjustable straps. I bought them for my husband, but they fit me just fine as well. Glad I purchased!" —Happy12
Type Of Fit: Adjustable ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Polyester
Shipping Time: Expected to ship July 6
Get a three-pack from Banana Republic for $29.
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17. Wooly + Co on Etsy has solid black face masks with adjustable ear straps for a snugger fit.
Promising review: "Great masks. Good fabric. Well-constructed. Best feature is not just the filter pocket... the toggles for adjusting ear straps are terrific." —L Martell
Type Of Fit: Adjustable elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Ships in 1 business day
Get it from Wooly + Co on Etsy for $11.65.
18. Slow Made Creations on Etsy's stretchable jersey masks come in a variety of colors.
Promising review: "I love these masks! They fit well, are light but also have a pocket for a filter. I bought two, and have just purchased five more because I like to have one a few different places and these are my favorite." —trabenchick1
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear loops
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Rayon, PolySpandex
Shipping Time: Ships in 1-3 business days
Get it from Slow Made Creations on Etsy for $9.21.
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19. Mascly on Etsy has a veritable rainbow of face masks with pocket filters to choose from.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this mask! Snug fit but doesn't pull, and super soft material. I have tried out several face masks from others, and this is by far my favorite! Thank you!" —Jeanette Michelle Miller
Type Of Fit: Adjustable drawstring ear-loop
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Cotton blend
Shipping Time: Free next-day shipping
20. rag & bone is selling solid color masks in packs of three.
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Cotton
Shipping Time: Expected to ship June 30
Get a three-pack from rag & bone for $55.
21. Hot Topic has face masks in solid colors and prints to choose from.
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22. LookHuman's face masks include a ton of basic colors (in addition to quirky prints).
Type Of Fit: Elastic ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Polyester
Shipping Time: Expected to ship in 5-8 business days
Get masks from LookHuman for $13.99.
23. Everlane's masks come in three packs of gray, dark gray, and black.
10% of the profits from these masks go to the ACLU!
Type Of Fit: Around the ear straps
Pocket For Filter: No
Fabric Type: Cotton and polyester
Shipping Time: Standard shipping
Get a three-pack from Everlane for $28.
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24. Vistaprint's face mask collection includes solids and prints both for kids and adults.
Type Of Fit: Adjustable ear straps
Pocket For Filter: Yes
Fabric Type: Polyester and spandex
Shipping Time: Free shipping by July 16
Get masks from Vistaprint for $18.
Just remember — masks are not a substitute for social distancing! You should still maintain a minimum of 6 feet of distance between you and other people when possible, and continue washing your hands and avoiding touching your face. Stay safe!
You can find more options in BuzzFeed's roundup of places to buy non-medical face masks online, and check out BuzzFeed's guide to the CDC's new face covering recommendations for more deets.
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