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Mask is antiviral and eco-friendly

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AS COVID-19 lockdown restrictio­ns start to slowly ease, our daily lives are set to return to near-normal in many ways.

Yet mask wearing is here to stay, whether we are using public transport, walking in a busy area or shopping for essentials. The Government recommends using a mask anywhere you may be in contact with people that you don’t normally meet.

This is because Covid-19 usually spreads by droplets from coughs, sneezes and speaking. But while masks are now commonplac­e, there is increasing concern about the mountains of Covid waste caused by disposable types.

An alternativ­e is a newgenerat­ion antiviral mask made from soft, breathable fabric. Being washable, this is an eco- friendly option which can be reused for up to a year.

This new mask is proven to reduce tested viruses on the surface by more than 99 per cent in just two hours.

It is made up of seven layers — two of antiviral protected fabric, along with a five-layer replaceabl­e filter. Each mask’s antiviral protection comes from a specially developed coating called Polygiene ® ViralOff ®, which is applied to breathable soft fabric.

The individual filters have a bacterial filter efficiency of more than 98 per cent and have been tested to stringent European standards.

T h ey h a ve also been tested against a number of respirator­y viruses, including SARS-CoV-2 — and while they cannot promise immunity, because of the variety of means of transmissi­on, they can deliver a crucial reduction in viral load.

Adjustable ear loops and a wire nose bridge allow for a customisab­le fit — making the mask great for glasses wearers and preventing glasses fog.

And each one comes with a bag and a name tag, so that you can easily identify it as yours.

These eco-friendly masks, available on the High Street as well as online, are designed to make life that bit easier as we continue to take care.

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Reusable: Best to choose a mask that’s washable

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