I talked to experts to learn more about common fabrics like cashmere, wool, leather and linen and how to properly care for them. Plus, I break down popular terms, like Oeko-Tex certified.

While stitched fabric masks are highly effective, bandanas, gaiters, and some kinds of store-bought masks may spread more germs. ... The efficacy of different types of fabric face masks.

Materials • Three different types of white fabric samples: such as linen, cotton–polyester blend, 100 percent polyester, 100 percent cotton, wool, rayon, silk and nylon.