BNXN95 Mask NIOSH Certified MADE IN USA Face Mask, Tri-Fold Cup/Fish Style, 10,20,50-Pack - Black, White (Model F95B,F95W)OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100

Why did you pick this product vs others?:I was looking for a new mask to use after Filti stopped manufacturing their masks, which I loved. These small/medium fish style masks are the ONLY ones I've been able to find that actually fit my fairly small face/head - they form a good seal, are comfortable on my face, are very breathable, AND stay in place when I talk. The behind-the-head straps are pretty comfortable to wear for hours at a time. If you have a size small/med head, I would def recommend these!

Wasn’t sure it was actually a N95 mask. But tried it on & feels good, sturdy. Really appreciate the over-ear strap design. Orig N95 ( used on farm for decades prior to Covid) had two elastic bands fit around head.Already have these in vehicles. THANKS

I purchased these masks to use on an international flight. I’d worn the more traditional N95 mask by BNX before on long trips and found them itchy and they didn’t fit around the bridge of my nose very well. You could feel the air passing through the gaps either side of the mask in that area. This tri-fold design fitted my face much better, with no air gaps. They also gave me more space around my mouth and nostrils, which made them more comfortable to wear. The only downside I experienced was that the part that you press around the bridge of your nose got uncomfortable after an hour or two. I had to get this part positioned at just the right height. After that, the mask was tolerable for long periods of time. Note the some of the negative reviews state that these masks are too small and only suitable for children. This is because unlike other face masks, these masks are shipped folded. You have to unfold them before putting them on.

I received my package of 10 masks and was glad to see they were the style with the ear loops. These are great to slip in my purse and whip out as needed.The black fish style respirator ones that I ordered had are a lot harder to put on, especially before getting out of the car, or inside say a doctors office, but they do have a airtight seal.That said, I have bought face masks from BNX before and really like the quality, durability, and the fact that they are made in the USA. I honestly will just have to get used to the fishy ones. There are just too many germs out there!IMHO, these are exceptional face masks! PS than

These masks will not make your ears sore as the straps fit around your head not the ears. Bendable wire in mask lets you conform it to your face. Fit on my small face is decent with minimal glasses fogging. Not terribly hot. I will buy these again since I regularly use these for outside work.

Despite working in a grocery store during the pandemic I have never purchased nor worn an N95 mask, so I have nothing to compare it to. I wore cloth masks then. I really bought these to protect from mold and mildew while cleaning out our basement. These are small, even when unfolded. I have a small face so they fit me but there is no way they would fit an adult male. I did notice a few times that the part that goes under the chin rode up, but my mouth was still covered. I did notice a faint odor when I opened the package but I associated it with the black dye they must have used on these masks. The smell didn't bother me while wearing it, as I remember all masks having an odor.

I like the fit and will usually fit best into a medium in a typical 3m mask but can manage a small mask size from them too. This one is thankfully not like the 3m small; it's a bit bigger. It also accommodates my larger male nose and have noticed more room in that regard as well as not having noticed tingly fuzzy irritating fibers constantly training me to exhibit self-control not to stomp on the mask even though it is a new one I just removed from my 3m box- I used to have to take a quickly passing flame to the fuzzies to knock them back when getting a batch of those special ones. Because of the 3-panel design these have, I did notice, after thinking about it, they only lightly rest on my large bridge but the mask doesn't touch the end of my nose or is close enough to irritate it. These masks fit quite well. Regarding reviews about tight straps- before you put the masks on securely- hold the strap/band near each end (one end at a time) and pre-stretch the few inches next to the side of your pinched section that is preventing you from tugging against where it is welded on that side of your grip. (Don't tug on weld side of strap attachment). Pre-stretching will change the elastic memory to a weaker one, like an older elastic waistband, for example. I first started doing this with 3m and other brands too, and it also works on this one. I usually hold both ends at the same time while thrusting a few full-extension quick pulls in the middle on those styles, but just tried 1 end at a time with this one being careful not to stress the opposite end's weld. As I become a little less overly cautious with this new style for me, I'll probably pre-stretch each band by holding both ends simultaneously as I have with all the others- just did that now and it works fine- either way. Just one option to adjust tension by changing elastic memory.

The medium size fits my smaller face pretty well, the behind-the-head straps may even be a bit too tight, leaving marks on my cheeks. The panel beneath the chin is big enough to be secure. The masks are not individually wrapped, and arrived in a single bag on which Amazon slapped a shipping label, no outer bag or box to protect it. It arrived without any punctures, so that’s okay, though I did clean the outside of the bag when I brought it in. The thing that most bothers me is that the branding on the masks is front and center, and is heat-melted into the mask (I guess). You can clearly see light through the branding text on the inside of the mask. I assume the manufacturer has tested it and the filtration still works, but I can clearly feel my breath through the mask front (over the branded part) when I blow out like putting out a candle. I can faintly feel my breath through the front of the mask just breathing normally. I know they’re supposed to be breathable, but seeing testing specs would be reassuring.