In fact, masks produced in different countries may be different. If you want to buy masks, you must first know which masks are suitable for purchase locally. The editor below will recommend which masks you should buy in the UK.

Recommended masks to prevent respiratory diseases

Surgical masks

The most common surgical masks can block the spread of droplets to a certain extent. The mask is divided into three layers: the inner layer near the mouth and nose is used to absorb moisture, the middle layer is used to filter, and the outer layer is used to prevent water droplets from entering the mask. However, the filtration efficiency of medical surgical masks will definitely be lower than that of FFP2 and above. Babies who have worn such masks should have experienced this. The rectangular design always cannot fit the face perfectly and cannot achieve a super tight protective effect.

3M8822 Disposable Fine Dust Mask FFP2

FFP2 masks (filtration efficiency above 94%) are almost equivalent to N95 masks (filtration efficiency above 95%). Compared with medical surgical masks, this kind of mask with "convex-concave" design can not only fit the face better and achieve close protection when worn, but also the "hollow" design leaves room for breathing and slows down the direct contact between moisture and the mask. , also makes the "life" of the mask slightly longer.

3MAura9332 Disposable Respirator FFP3

For babies with respiratory tract sensitivity, just in case, the committee recommends that you purchase an FFP3 mask with a filtration efficiency of more than 99%. There are many 3M FFP3 masks on Amazon UK. You can choose the corresponding style according to your usual wearing habits. In addition to effectively blocking water droplets and particles, this 9332 is also designed with a ventilation valve for glasses wearers, so there is no need to worry about fog sticking to the lenses!

Lyanty Military N99 Mask

Does this black mask look ordinary? But people are actually N99 masks, which can block more than 99% of viruses, bacteria and air pollution (including smog)! The 5-layer thick mask plays the role of filtering, blocking, and absorbing moisture. The activated carbon interlayer in the middle can and needs to be replaced regularly. To be honest, this mask lacks some "medical care" in appearance. People who don’t know may think it’s a fashion blogger styling it when they take it out.

Recommended anti-smog masks

3M9322 flat-fold anti-particle mask

The famous 3M dust mask, model 9322, is used during operation Protects against highly toxic and radioactive particles. It can block extremely small viruses and bacteria and achieve the filtration efficiency of FFP2. Individually packaged with a breathing valve to facilitate smooth breathing; the top panel design of the mask can also reduce fogging on the lenses from glasses wearers breathing.

Respro Urban Mask

Respro is a British company founded in 1993 to provide better equipment for urban athletes. For example, its bicycle masks are particularly famous. In addition to sports equipment, Respro also develops anti-pollution masks. This mask has been specially developed to provide urban cyclists with a wide range of anti-pollution features. It uses dynamic activated carbon cloth to filter the most harmful parts of urban pollution. Includes two technical valves to make exhaling easier. In addition, the filter element is replaceable and is valid for at least one month for daily use in urban environments.

Respro Technology Mask

This model is an enhanced version of the above model, using a HEPA filter to prevent inhalation of fine particles such as pollen and respirable dust. The filter element can be replaced and is valid for at least one month for daily use in urban environments.