Although we already have masks in all pharmacies, some continue to make them by hand because they are more ecological and provide them with greater comfort. But for them to be perfect and also very effective, they have to comply with a series of recommendations that are now very easy for us to follow since all these products are easy to find.
-The materials must be approved. If this is not possible, at least they must be of the same materials with which the masks that are approved are manufactured. Cotton is very soft and pleasant, but it does not filter sufficiently, so it is advisable to choose a water-repellent and antibacterial fabric. However, you should know that this is not a total guarantee, because Covid is not a bacteria, but a virus. But the approved waterproof and antibacterial fabrics, using a double layer, are equivalent in efficacy to hygienic or surgical ones.
-The fit must be perfect. If the choice of fabric is important, the pattern to follow is no less important. Now that we know more and more about Covid, we are discovering that it is spread mainly through aerosols. Therefore, for the mask to be one hundred percent effective, it has to fit very well on the face and not leave holes through which particles of saliva come out or through which it can enter. The better it fits the face on all sides, the more effective it will be. Keep in mind that approved fabrics will allow us to breathe without difficulty, so the fit does not have to be a problem.
-The elastic cords must be able to be regulated. Many people complain that masks are tight on their ears. But if the elastic cords that we use for their manufacture can be regulated, we would make things much easier. To regulate these cords, you only need a small piece of plastic that is bought in bags with several units and that allow the mask to be much more comfortable without having to resort to adapters and without having to bend the rubber bands to get the mask to adapt. better to the face.
With these tips, your homemade masks will be much safer and perfect for day to day as they will guarantee you the protection recommended by health to go out or to go to the supermarket.