Badly fitting masks offer very little protection. If you want to know why, check out this post. This section talks about what good fits and bad fits actually look like.

Reference:

“How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Cloth Face Covering.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 22 May 2020, www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/how-to-wear-cloth-face-coverings.html

What does this mean?

A properly worn and fitted mask:

• Covers the nose AND chin
• Fits snugly around your face with NO gaps
• Should NOT be pulled under your chin
• Should NOT be pulled over your forehead or eyes

If your mask is uncomfortable, adjust it or wear a different mask!

How do I check for gaps in my mask?

Take a look at our guide to fit-checking in the next section!​

Check out our #MaskStampChallenge on social media! See if your mask gets the stamp of approval.

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