Masks

In most places: 

• Choose a reusable mask made with three layers of breathable fabric (cotton) and which does not have vents or valves.

Fog or condensation is created on your eyeglasses when moist, warm air escapes from the top of your mask and hits the colder lenses of your glasses.

Close the gap where air escapes:

• Choose a mask that has a wire over the nose. For homemade masks, sew in a pipe cleaner or twist tie.
• Tape over the gap. Make sure to use medical tape that’s designed for use on skin

Coat your lenses (check with your optometrist before trying these tips so that you don’t damage your eyeglasses):

• Soap and water, and dry with a microfiber cloth
• De-misting spray, that dries clear

• Mustaches that extend beyond the edge of the face and beards can prevent the mask from fitting snugly and leave gaps, so when possible tuck it in
• Even so, masks can still provide some protection. Choose a mask that leaves as few gaps as possible. Sometimes a larger mask can fit over the facial hair, without leaving gaps 

• Over-the-ear headphones that you wear over your mask may be the best solution, as you are forced to remove the headphones in order to get to your mask
• Wireless headphones, preferably ones that don’t stick too far out of your ear, are also a good solution
• For wired headphones, try to remember what order you put on your mask and headphones. Start at the outside and work your way down.

• Use longer ties
• Use an extender
• Wear your mask underneath your turban or head covering
• Wear a ski scarf underneath your turban