10 Face Masks You Can Buy on Amazon (That We’ve Already Written About)

TheseStrategist-testedface masks are highly adjustable thanks to the pleated fabric and string ties, making the masks easy to tighten or loosen to one’s unique head shape (orbeard). Strategist senior writer Karen Iorio Adelson says these masks are thick but nottoothick, and she finds the stripes to be “kind of chic.”

We talked tohealth-care professionalsabout the masks they wear when they’re not at work, and this one was recommended by internistNesochi Okeke-Igbokwe, who likes that it fits securely and has a cozy, flowery pattern. Plus, the nose-bridge wire makes it easy to adjust for peak comfort — “an added bonus,” she says.

These Starhig masks have the same snug yet breathable feel as the Beat Basic, but these come in a goes-with-everything solid black. And if you’re looking to stock up so you can put a mask in your purse, your car, and have an extra one for home, they’re very affordable at $16 for a pack of six, and they’rerecommendedby cosmetic dentistMarc Lowenberg, who keeps two or three with him at all times.

If you need yourface maskto go beyond utility and make a fashion statement, this glitter face mask is the one. Not only is it delightfully bold, coming in blue or pink, it’s good for the community: For every mask purchased, one mask gets donated to the Midnight Mission homeless shelter.

If you’re extra concerned about your mask having a filter orface shieldthat protects you from droplet transmission, thisnurse-recommended, well-priced four-pack of multilayered masks comes with eight interchangeable, replaceable filters.

Here’s another gentledoctor-recommendedcotton face mask that’s easily tied up at the back of the head to prevent irritated ears or red marks left by too-tight mask straps. Plus, Aanand Geria, a dermatologist withApostrophewho recommended this mask, told us that he “can wear this mask all day long with no discomfort whatsoever.”

Not only is this patterned face mask made with two layers of cotton, its pleasant floral design is great for practically any setting. It’s yet another one of thedermatologist-approved face coveringswe found, this time by dermatologistElizabeth Mullans, who says that “cotton is the best fabric” for the parts of masks that touch the skin as “it is less irritating than synthetic materials.” Plus, the unique design of the ear straps means it’s easy to size and get the fit just right.

The Buff face mask — really, a neck gaiter — came highly recommended in our roundup of the bestmasks for runningandthebest face masks to buy onlineand for good reason: It can easily be pulled up and down for when one is within or not within six feet of others, and it’s thin enough not to be too uncomfortable while running around town or heading out for an errand on a hot day. Though it may look a little funny, it can be turned inside out for what Strategist writer Louis Cheslaw calls “an extended turtleneck.”

Editors’ note: Last September, astudyfrom Duke University claimed that bandannas blocked very few particles and that wearing neck gaiters, such as Buffs, might actually be worse than wearing no mask at all. A day after that study was released, Slate made acompelling casefor why it should not be blindly accepted. Buff issuedits own statementas well. Make of this confusion what you will.

This pack of Crayola kid-size masks, one of thebest for kids we’ve found, comes with masks in five different colors for all five days of the week, plus name tags and a mesh laundry bag, making it easy (and fun) for you and your kid to keep track.

Another pick fromour best face masks for kids. If your animal-obsessed kid is missing weekend trips to the Bronx Zoo, they’ll love these reusable and washable puppy and tiger face masks.