Hi comrade, I used to think I couldn't do better than a KN95 due to availability and price, but then I learned about elastomeric masks! I got a reusable P100 elastomeric mask that fits my face better, seals better, and fits better than the cheap KN95s I was getting, all for only $5 more than a one-month supply of KN95s. I only have to replace the filters on my elastomeric once very few month, at about $15 / replacement pack. It's much cheaper and is more protective. I'd recommend you look into finding an elastomeric respirator that will fit your face.

[–] Aradina@lemmy.ml 10 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Do you have any specific ones to recommend? None of the options I've seen are even close to the same price, let alone cheaper. I'm very low income so I can't really afford anything more expensive, or anything that requires a large up front payment like a reusable mask seems to be.

[–] CommunistCuddlefish@lemmy.ml 10 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Yeah this is the best one I was able to find for my face size (pretty small). Note the sizing chart at the bottom of the listing as there are two sizes: "Small/Medium", and "Large". https://www.amazon.com/GVS-SPR644-Elastomeric-Professionals-Replaceable/dp/B095YBV2T9. $27 before taxes and shipping. I think this one is the small/medium but Amazon's listings seem to have gotten even shittier since I last used it and that information isn't as clearly listed now.

[–] silent_water@hexbear.net 8 points 1 year ago

ohh, my ears are going to thank you. the KN95s hurt them after awhile.

[–] Aradina@lemmy.ml 7 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Thanks comrade

Those cost AU$65, so I'll keep it in mind but won't be able to get one for a bit. $65 digs into my paying bills and eating budget a smidge

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