Our Top-5 Favorite Face Masks

Despite early confusion about the benefits of wearing face masks, it is now understood that wearing masks slows the spread of the Coronavirus, according to the CDC. 

When it comes to cycling, we continue to hear different preferences for wearing a face masks, but we encourage you to ride safely and be mindful of taking precautions. We believe it is positive to wear a mask if you can while cycling and to keep social distancing. 

Especially when entering grocery stores, pharmacies, hospitals, and workplaces, it is important to have a face mask today while the virus remains a threat to public health. There are many face masks to choose from, so it can still be overwhelming to locate a face mask for you and your loved ones. 

Here are 5 of our favorite face masks today. 

Homemade

You don’t have to spend money or even have sewing skills to make a protective cloth face covering. Using household items, you can help protect yourself and others. 

Check out this YouTube video to learn how to make a face covering using only a t-shirt, scissors, and a ruler.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPA-NnyIreU

Everlane 

As a brand that is donating 10% of proceeds to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), we encourage you to consider purchasing a face mask from Everlane. These are also made of 100% cotton, so they will be comfortable to wear. 

https://www.everlane.com/products/unisex-human-mask-3-black?collection=womens-accessories

Madewell 

A good face mask can be hard to find. We appreciate these classic patterns that Madewell offers—especially at a reasonable price of a 3-pack for $20. 

https://www.madewell.com/three-pack-non-medical-face-masks-MC273.html?dwvar_MC273_color=EB9002&dwvar_MC273_size=ONE%20S&cgid=newshops-masks&AID=13270436&PID=8984105&SID=5e98a716c4fdf500088adc75%7C&srcCode=affiliate%7CBloggers%7CCondé+Nast%7CMWAFFI00001&siteId=CJ_8984105_Condé+Nast&utm_source=Condé+Nast&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_content=Bloggers&utm_campaign=MWAFFI00001&cjevent=fdd37579a83011ea821500b80a24060f

Janessa Leone

This face covering by hat designer Janessa Leone is designed to be worn several ways. We love this option because it is different from the standard face mask. Additionally, 100% of profits go to Direct Relief. 

https://janessaleone.com/collections/face-coverings/products/covering-mask-1

Erdem 

Because we are lovers of beauty, we have to point to one of our favorite designers, Erdem, who has created this gorgeous facemask. Additionally, they are supporting relief efforts by donating 100% of net profits to the National Emergencies Trust Coronavirus Appeal.

https://erdem.com/en-us/face-mask-meadow-teal-pf20_1377mptp.html

Do you wear a face mask while cycling? Let us know in the comments!