Not All Masks are Made Equal

With this being a challenging time for us all, purchasing a mask should be the least of your concerns.  Take confidence in knowing our non-medical masks have always met the recommended requirements.

As you may know, we've taken our expertise (as an ethically made luxury brand who’s focus is on fit, function and beauty in undergarments) and applied that to the design and development of your masks and thanks to your feedback along the way, our masks are 5-star rated.

As the vaccine program rolls out in combination with the rise of VOC’s (Variants of Concern) mask wearing continues to be an essential part of our daily routine.

Interestingly enough, masks are very similar to underwear in that they require a great level of care, need to be a good fit to work effectively, should be breathable and comfortable and most importantly, need to be cleaned after every use.

After a solid year+ of perfecting mask making, we’ve gathered a list of best practices, and frequently asked questions we receive on a daily basis to help alleviate some of the concerns and questions you may have, while we get through the final stages of this pandemic together.   

NOT ALL MASKS ARE MADE EQUAL

Note: Our masks do not contain graphene or graphene oxide. 

When you’re looking for a quality mask we know the ones that perform the best to minimize droplet contact are made with 3 layers 2 of which are 100% tightly woven quilters cotton (meaning the weave of the thread is tight and dense) with a minimum of 600 TPI (Threads per inch) that fit snug and comfortable for a full day wear without the need for adjustment. 

FABRIC

An easy way to tell if your mask made with the correct fabric are the following:

1. Hold it up against the light - you should not be able to see through it. (Fabric Density)
2. Blow out a candle - Air should not be able to pass through it freely. (Fabric Density)
3. It should maintain its shape. Your mask should be able to maintain structure in a “standing” position.  (Fabric Type) Think tablecloth fabric (woven is recommended) instead of T-shirt fabric (Knit is not recommended)

MASKNE: Avoid Maskne by wearing masks that are natural in fabric and not synthetic (as recommended).  This will allow your skin to breath and have a much gentler touch on your skin. Wash your masks daily to avoid bacterial build up from make-up (which is recommended).

Check out the video below for our quick hack to insert the filter into your Mayana Geneviere masks so it offers the best of three layers.

How to Insert Polypropylene Filter in your Adult Mask

 FIT

When considering a mask fit is equally as important.  Your masks should fit comfortably over your nose and under your chin while talking and should not slide around. It  should be adjustable since we have learned the shape of our faces differ from one person to another. We originally designed one adult mask but over time, based on your feedback, we have since expanded to three sizes within the adult mask category along with children’s mask. 

An easy way to tell if your masks will fit correctly is to use the following markers:

1. Adjustable Ear Loops -  Adjustable ear loops are crucial to extend the coverage of the mask based on the projection of your face to form a snug side fit.
2. Nose Wire - are essential to prevent glasses from fogging.
3. Size Matters - Your mask should fit as close to your face measurements as possible to ensure a snug fit with a tight seal for full day comfortable wear without having to adjust your mask.

How to Add Rubber Toggles to your Ear Loops