Linkner doesn’t think bleach or other disinfectants are necessary for cleaning masks, especially since they’re worn on your face. Just as a safe and gentle soap is the most effective tool ...

And while people may attribute mask acne (aka maskne) to the rise in wearing face coverings, Dr. Hartman says for a lot of people “it’s really the lack of properly cleaning them that is ...

But there’s one question that dogs mask-wearers: Do you really have to wash them after every use? The answer is yes. “It’s definitely recommended to wash that mask every day,” said Dr ...

Cloth face masks are useful in protecting against the novel coronavirus — but only if you wash them after every use, according to a new study that found that reusing these face coverings over ...

Whether you’re concerned about contamination or want to do your best to prevent maskne, cleaning is an important part of maintaining a cloth face mask. But mask-cleaning is hardly a standard hou ...

Masks and other face coverings have become a fact of life for most Americans. As stay-at-home orders are lifted, wearing masks continues to be an important part of protecting against the further ...

You should use this kind of mask once before throwing it away, and should also dispose of it if it becomes at all damp, according to the WHO. Before putting one on, wash your hands first and check ...

While you may have already found the best mask option and mask cleaning routine for you, you may want to reassess your process in light of the recent surge, particularly if you're someone who has ...

Suffice to say, I cannot sleep without an eye mask. However, I am ashamed to admit that I recently realized I likely don't ...