N95 Respirator Masks | Box of 25 | NIOSH APPROVED N95 | Made in USA | Particulate Respirator >95% | Individually Wrapped | Universal Fit | Certified Particulate Respirators

I bought these masks, not for any purpose in terms of not getting sick or needing germ protection. I bought them because I am highly allergic to a guinea pig I rescued three years ago. When I rescued him, I only had contact allergies, itchy, watery eyes and hives. I had had this contact allergy for a very long time longer than the time I've him. Fast forward to present day and now interacting with him or cleaning his cage, makes breathing difficult. If I trusted anyone enough who wanted him he would have a new home but I don't so I've been working on a way to be able to clean his cage without needing several hours of recovery time. I had been using cloth masks double layered and it's possible that that would have been fine. Maybe I just took it off too early. Maybe it needed to be washed. I don't know, but I needed something more on one of his last cage cleans and then I thought of these masks. I bought them and they worked like a dream. They are individually wrapped in a small box so they are easy to store. I didn't have any issues other than I wasn't quite sure how to put it on because of the masks I worw during Covid... I'm used to looping over my ears, one loop on the right, one loop on the left, but these ones are like both loops go over your head. So that certainly was a learning curve. They didn't smell funny. They didn't look funny, they didn't feel cheap. I had no problem with them at all and will continue to use them in order to clean my guinea pig cage without needing a rescue inhaler, which I do not have.

These masks are excellent, they offer a tight fit, they are sturdy enough for repeated wear, and they are individually wrapped in plastic so I can just throw a number in my bag and always have a fresh, unopened one, should I need it. After wearing one for a length of time, I just leave them hanging for a day or two so they get naturally "sanitized" - no need to wipe them down with alcohol and break down the fibers. There's enough in a box to alternate wear them for weeks. I use them in the gym, though it can be hard to breathe through when exercising. For just being indoors, they are great. I even put them on once because I was outside and it was so cold my nose hurt. By the time I got to my car, my nose was cozy warm, and my face under the mask was covered in condensation - which just tells me how well it works. These are made in the USA and FDA approved, not made in China. They have headbands, not ear bands as only headbands provide a tight enough fit to be approved by FDA. I will keep buying these as long as needed.

I purchased these NIOSH APPROVED N95 masks about a month ago. I am generally pleased and ordered two more boxes (25 individually wrapped masks a box) just last week. I am waiting for the new purchase to arrive. Overall, I am pleased that these masks are made right here in my home state--Indiana. I have had enough of the Chinese and South Korean masks that take forever to arrive and may or may not be equivalent to an N95 rating. In fact, just about all I previously received through Amazon had ear hooks which I now understand means they cannot be N95s. So this product comes with the two around the head straps necessary for a NIOSH approval. Yeah. The masks appear to be of good quality and they are reasonably comfortable and fit well. Because they do not have a ventilator they do steam my glasses, but that is a problem with most masks I have tried. I have additionally bought masks that are just too small and do not cover my nose and mouth thoroughly. This is not a problem with these NIOSH APPROVED N95s, though. These masks fit quite well. Now, the reason I am giving these masks only four stars: 1) In my experience, the straps may separate from the face masks when tugged as you pull them over the head. At least this has happened to me. It seems they must be secured better during the manufacturing process. 2) Over the month or so since ordering my first box of masks, the price has risen by $8. For two boxes, that is an extra $16. Now the price may still be reasonable, but such price inflation over a short time is surprising. Compared to the price of the many imported mask varieties, the cost of these INDIANA FACE MASK N95s is still reasonable. I also realize that increased demand may have led to manufacturing changes or the addition of more employees. And, yes, the company does deserve to make a profit. I was just a bit shocked when I saw these increases over a month’s time. 3) Shipping time is a little slow although the product does arrive well packed and by courier. 4) The availability of these masks has been going on and off every couple days. I suspect that the popularity of INDIANA FACE MASK N95s may be greater than anticipated and the company is struggling to keep up with demand. I hope the company addresses any production problems shortly because we need good N95 masks that are priced reasonably and are made in the U.S. I suspect we are going to need quality masks for months, maybe years, to come. No doubt I will be returning here again and again to place new orders. That’s likely a good indicator of my overall sentiments which is positive. Consequently, thank you to the manufacturer. Your face masks are appreciated and I wish you all the best.

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These are about as comfortable as you can find a N95 mask. Made in the US and no holes you can see through like other Chinese brands that claim to be N95 or KN95. Definitely can tell the difference between our 3 layer cloth masks and these. Will be using for upcoming trip through multiple airports, forseeing no problems. They do seem a bit small though, they fit my face perfectly but I do have some concerns about fitting my husbands face. He may need to trim his beard down to stubble for it to work (which I think is still recommended maybe?).

I tried it first when I had a cold and chose to wait until I was over it to try again. Well no doubt it is probably comfortable for someone. I followed all the directions explicitly. I thought it should have more space around the nose and mouth area. Not a lot, but slightly more so I didn't suction it breathing in. I have yet to find a disposable mask that doesn't try to poke my eyes out. Maybe I just have less from the tip of my nose to the eyes. Cloth masks work better for there. Also I have what some call a pug nose. If it was straight might be easier. I have higher cheek bones but at most only a half to 3/4 inch from my nose to eyes. My nose is slightly larger, wider than average and tends to flare to sides. All that said, I could deal with it but those seams are very poky under the chin where it hits the back of my chin and neck. It might be an excellent sealant but it's still uncomfortable. I wish they were softer. There were 24 masks in the box after counting twice, not 25. Not something I could wear for more a few minutes. Someone in reviews said they can't be returned once opened. I haven't tried. I'll just absorb the cost and give them away by putting them out in the lounge area in the senior community I live in.

Pulls the face mask tighter to the face than others I've ordered online, which is great as it's easier to get it fitted. However, the trade off is that it's harder to don and doff the mask. The elastic attachment points are a little scratchy, but I think these are aimed more at the doctor's office crowd, not the contractor crowd. Seems like a good value, and I appreciate it is made in the USA. Each mask is also individually wrapped, which is great on so many levels. Will buy again.

Best face ask for wood turning. Two bands over the head, N 95 rated, adjustable nose piece, and offers elimination of dust particles from sanding. My third box.