{"id":28031,"date":"2021-05-19T18:10:50","date_gmt":"2021-05-19T10:10:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=28031"},"modified":"2021-05-24T13:43:14","modified_gmt":"2021-05-24T05:43:14","slug":"best-masks-high-filtration-capabilities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/best-masks-high-filtration-capabilities\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Best Masks with High Filtration Capabilities in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stay safe <em>and cute<\/em> with \u201cnot just any cloth mask\u201d but the best masks with higher filtration capabilities!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I don\u2019t know about you but before <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/singapore\/wear-a-mask-with-high-filtration-capability-not-just-any-cloth-mask-lawrence-wong\" target=\"_blank\">Finance Minister Lawrence Wong<\/a> highlighted the importance of only wearing masks with high filtration capabilities, especially in enclosed spaces and places with people, I was pretty happy with the homemade masks I had bought off of Etsy and Carousell. In fact, before this, government-issued masks were strictly used for trips to the gym or on runs to the grocery store.&nbsp;After it was announced that cloth masks aren&#8217;t at all preventive when it came to blocking out the COVID-19 virus, I started my search for the best masks that&#8217;ll not only keep you safe in crowds, but help you <em>stand out of it<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In all seriousness though, please keep away from crowds if you can help it!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is Considered The Best Mask With High Filtration Capabilities?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/38YtQIueJEBTWeqRZdVC5ZG3zGhjYnjPbIVyZ6ozUdS3pzCgu8ggs1eDWzN-uAmPgOl5nuNAT0mWD-UIVshim_ApaSd3frEKoffCAgP8dEPaJDZqp3NJnSDMcK7rwQbVkKY3ot7U\" alt=\"4 Best Masks with High Filtration Capabilities in Singapore\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/singapore\/wear-a-mask-with-high-filtration-capability-not-just-any-cloth-mask-lawrence-wong\" target=\"_blank\">18 May 2021<\/a>, it was announced that &#8220;There is growing evidence that new variants can spread through aerosolized particles, which means that all the precautions we are used to may not be sufficient to safeguard against the spread of the virus, and we need even more stringent measures.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.channelnewsasia.com\/news\/singapore\/covid-19-mtf-masks-better-bacterial-filtration-surgical-variants-14832980\" target=\"_blank\">CNA<\/a>,&nbsp;we\u2019re looking for a reusable mask that has:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>As high a bacterial filtration efficiency as possible, and<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>At least two layers of fabric&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where Can I Get The Best Masks With Higher Filtration Capabilities? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Airhole<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/WUjST4mMZIQZ7o1F-XzEQqQ942mPvGG_mRDycrMLQO6z0BWXKcmNwiyr3_E8RFIShJIFKUsIiaukgzfESE-i9hZUR9jLr2GVI8oB17s4H8bKiFXcIi3x1BfOH8CeVbbudI5oZWpD\" alt=\"4 Best Masks with High Filtration Capabilities in Singapore\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Image credits: The Ride Side<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Their face masks are designed for the great outdoors \u2014 whether that means skateboarding, rock-climbing or just trekking through your local NTUC.&nbsp; Not only are Airhole\u2019s masks made to defend the wearer from the elements, but their daily masks have also been constructed based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\u2019s (CDC) guidelines. This means each mask has three layers of fabric, the second being a non-woven polypropylene for extra protection against respiratory particles. It doesn\u2019t hurt that these masks come in a myriad of designs, both patterned and in solid colours, and are adjustable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Get your pack of three AIRHOLE ERGONOMIC Daily Face Mask \u2013 Shibuya from S$49 <\/strong><\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/therideside.com\/product\/airhole-ergonomic-daily-face-mask-multipack-4\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><em>here<\/em><\/strong><\/a><em><strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><br><strong>\ud83e\udd11 Score 10% off your AIRHOLE Face Mask purchase when you check out with promo code &lt;YOUTRIP10&gt;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Airinum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/wNxvRj5o8OeFw6bOmp_1gXK9_ysACQeuWRQtM9sY9fFMZlm8OvakYM0dm2McQKIeuLsnsupTAI-QLAZhx-3J7rhMt62SkQrW0CTFLchdtKCD8UN2iNORfs_nE0gAoZSaSVVTl8kq\" alt=\"4 Best Masks with High Filtration Capabilities in Singapore\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Image credits: Airinum<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Their Urban Air Mask 2.0 comes at a premium price but for good reason. Not only do these reusable and adjustable masks complete any street-chic outfit, but they also help protect against air pollution, smog, pollen, allergens, and of course, bacteria. You\u2019d be glad to know that their masks have been tested at the Research Institutes of Sweden Research and Development&nbsp; Center and are KN95 certified (like the more common industrial N95 masks).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.channelnewsasia.com\/news\/singapore\/covid19-coronavirus-choose-masks-filtration-efficiency-surgical-14839020?cid=telegram_cna_social_28112017_cna\" target=\"_blank\">updated mask guidelines<\/a> (19 May 2021), masks with exhalation valves are not recommended because &#8220;they do not effectively prevent the release of droplets from the wearer when he or she exhales&#8221;. Thus, Airinum have included two valve stoppers to deactivate the valve caps so you stay protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Get your Urban Air Mask 2.0 from S$119 <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.antelimited.com\/collections\/airinum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>here<\/em><\/strong><\/a><em><strong>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Gill\u2122 Mask&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/Uvpvox5pRbNWt1HzdSBZzk04iQ3NjxaWB4ur6_dD3DvQV2cvqu_cebjWijOmrZ-6yWoXx-1Q9X4TWb9bhtOPV5loCuXisx9vz8zd2-Vmiygms5iWjrGAN-HGkfANXSdjkuxEFd7m\" alt=\"4 Best Masks with High Filtration Capabilities in Singapore\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Image credits: Gill\u2122 Mask&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>How <em>grunge<\/em> do these masks look? Have your Mad Max Fury Road moment with their reusable respirator that is meant to be used with their single-use Gill\u2122 Filters created with airborne contaminants in mind. There are two main filters \u2014 the FP95 (similar to the N95) with a particle filtration efficiency of more than 95%, as well as the FS2 (similar to a surgical mask) with a bacterial filtration efficiency of more than 98%.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Get your Gill\u2122 Mask from US$23.90 (~S$31.90) <\/strong><\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gillmask.com\/collections\/frontpage\/products\/gill-black-regular-limited-edition?variant=33848277172356\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><em>here<\/em><\/strong><\/a><em><strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Copperline Australia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/OH2ixPomj_2tVtduB0hC-0D12QDnM8axA_CCSI6Lci71ngjk6iwMkYfAf7A5wWt213NIZtPOs9wLT8KJp1fRv2FNd7UU1Yd_AHhTuumIV5TjBI4tZrFyrR0GhZ_qQtliNDq5gTIw\" alt=\"4 Best Masks with High Filtration Capabilities in Singapore\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Image credits: Copperline Australia<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This mask is for the minimalist. You\u2019ll love the sleek design that they\u2019ve got down to a tee, and it comes in various colours and sizes. Having gone through multiple testings, their face masks have also been found to provide a filtration rating of KF80 against \u201caerosol and droplet particle transmission\u201d. In addition, their reusable and washable fabric is also antibacterial in nature thanks to its patented copper nano-technology. For further protection, simply slip in the HEPA filter insert that comes with each purchase and you\u2019re all set.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Get your Antibacterial Copper Face Mask from A$50 (~S$52) <\/strong><\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.copperlineaustralia.com\/collections\/frontpage\/products\/khaki-copper-face-mask\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><em>here<\/em><\/strong><\/a><em><strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Breathe In, Breathe Out With The Best Masks For This COVID-19 Era<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/NowZXbKjmIZFpgNErI6BN7vVHaLLp2sM_MaiqMiHIQFG-xFeJ0FeuhMh1Wk_qB58ULzAQUriyvDUobkplVG_5V01onX20goIgqc0NHSuwkzWE1N-PyvE_AbtueX0ei1RLC3JDxgN\" alt=\"4 Best Masks with High Filtration Capabilities in Singapore\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve got some proper mask options to choose from, you can finally breathe easy.&nbsp; Filter out all that unnecessary bank fees when you use your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-youtrip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> YouTrip card<\/a> to take advantage of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/what-are-wholesale-exchange-rates-how-to-use\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> the best Wholesale Exchange Rates<\/a>!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not on YouTrip yet? 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