Farewell, lens fog: The best face masks for people who wear glasses

Face masks are vital to keeping ourselves and our fellow humans safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. They're part of our daily lives now, so it's advantageous to find options that are as protective, breathable, and comfortable as possible.

But for people who wear glasses, finding a good mask is really hard! A face mask that doesn't fit snugly can lead to foggy lenses, making it difficult to see. Ear straps put pressure on your frames, prompting headaches. And (this is our biggest pet peeve) if your face mask isn't secured tightly around the nose, your glasses can slide off your face when you look down. Not great. Read more...

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IF YOU WANT PLEATED COTTON

BlushBridalCo Cotton Face Mask with Adjustable Ear Loops

These cotton masks come in a lovely array of colors and patterns. Plus, each has adjustable ear loops and a helpful nose wire.

• Material: 100% cotton
• Care instructions: Hand wash, hang dry

$13.50 from Etsy

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IF YOU WANT A SIMPLE MASK

Face Covering with Adjustable Nose Bridge (Pack of 3)

You can't go wrong with a simple black mask — or, for that matter, a three-pack of them.

• Material: Cotton (outer layer), polyester (inner layer)
• Care instructions: Machine wash on gentle, air dry

$10.99 from Amazon

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IF YOU WANT TO STAND OUT

BENWINEWIN Face Masks

These double-layer face masks from Etsy fit snugly, have a helpful built-in nose wire, and come in a ton of prints.

• Material: Polyester (outer layer), cotton (inner layer)
• Care instructions: Hand wash or machine wash on gentle, air dry

$11.90 from Etsy

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IF YOU WANT A MASK WITH TIES

Parachute Face Masks (Pack of 5)

For every set of masks purchased, Parachute will donate a set. And if elastic ear loops give you headaches, the tie closures on these are a godsend.

• Material: 100% cotton or utility fabric / polyester
• Care instructions: Machine wash on gentle, tumble dry low

$30 from Parachute

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IF YOU WANT A BACKUP PACK

Athleta Everyday Non-Medical Masks (Pack of 5)

Put one of these masks from Athleta in every bag you own. The only downside: they may take a while to ship.

• Material: Polyester (outer layer), cotton (inner layer)
• Care instructions: Machine wash, lay flat to dry

$30 from Athleta

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IF YOU WANT A LIGHTWEIGHT MASK

Old Navy Variety Triple Layer Cloth Masks for Adults (Pack of 5)

These breathable Old Navy masks are well-reviewed and well-priced. Plus, they come in a shocking variety of prints and patterns.

• Material: 100% cotton
• Care instructions: Machine wash (cold), lay flat to dry

$12.50 from Old Navy

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