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Face Coverings 101: Wearing & Caring for Your Face Mask

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Updated: Friday — July 16th, 2020

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You may have collected a few face masks during the pandemic. Perhaps, one to match every outfit? (we’re not judging.) Health professionals say that wearing a face covering out in public can help slow the spread of COVID-19. Whether you’re exercising health precautions and/or following local guidelines, we’ve got you covered. Check out these tips we put together about wearing and caring for your face mask!

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  • Cloth face coverings should fit snugly, but comfortably against the side of the faceWoman Wearing A Face Mask
  • Best practices for securing face coverings include ties or loops which fasten behind the ears
  • Cloth face coverings should include multiple layers of fabric for your protection
  • Face coverings should allow for breathing without restriction (make sure you can breathe freely!)

Should I wash my mask?

Should I toss my mask in my pocket when I’m not wearing it?

  • Avoid placing face coverings in pockets, purses, etc. when not in use
  • Best practices for storage include placing your mask in a clean or new paper bag when it is not in use

How should I take my mask off?

  • Best practices for face mask removal include not touching your eyes, nose or mouth and washing your hands after removal & storage Where can I learn more?
  • Here is a link to the CDC’s website with further guidance on the use of cloth face coverings.

Should I share this information with family and friends?

  • Here at Globeo, we feel knowledge is power, so feel free to share if you like. Just click “Share The Health” below to share this article on Facebook or click on the share menu to the left.

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