N95s under a dollar: The best face mask deals available now

By Carolin Lehmann

Updated on: July 18, 2022 / 12:27 PM / Essentials

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With mask mandates possibly coming back this month, it's a smart time to pick out some new face masks. More than one in two Americans live in an area where the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) currently recommends wearing masks indoors.

Luckily, N95 masks are more affordable than they used to be. Some N95 masks are selling for less than $1 a pop -- a far cry from the days of N95 mask shortages.

Top products in this article:

Kimberly-Clark professional N95 pouch respirator (50 pack), $47 (reduced from $58)

3M N95 8210 respirator (20 pack), $15 (reduced from $30)

Benehal N95 Mask Particulate Respirators (20 pack), $21 (reduced from $53)

So, below, you'll find face mask deals to take advantage of at Amazon, Athleta, Brookwood Medical and more. You especially don't want to miss the N95 deals ahead, many of which are at less than $1 per face mask.

When it comes to combating coronavirus transmission, wearing an N95 mask (along with vaccination and boosting) is your best bet. Here are some of the best N95 deals available right now.

If you're willing to purchase 50 masks, these, from Kimberly-Clark, have a large breathing chamber for comfort and soft but strong headbands. They're selling for less than $1 per mask.

Kimberly-Clark professional N95 pouch respirator (50 pack), $47 (reduced from $58)

These 3M masks prevent eyewear fogging and have a foam cushion for maximum comfort on your nose. Find them for less than $1 each.

3M N95 8210 respirator (20 pack), $15 (reduced from $30)

This N95 face mask has a soft foam nose cushion for maximum comfort. Its humidity- and moisture-resistant filter media repels moisture. At less than $1 per mask, this is one of the best N95 mask deals out there.

Honeywell Safety DF300 N95 Flatfold Disposable Respirator (50 pack), $44 (reduced from $51)

These NIOSH-approved masks have four filter layers and feature an adjustable nose clip. The double elastic head straps eliminate pressure on the ears and is meant to make wearing the mask more comfortable.

Benehal N95 Mask Particulate Respirators (20 pack), $21 (reduced from $53)

It's not just adult face masks that are on sale: We found deals on KF94 face masks for kids.

Choose from all sorts of kid-friendly prints in this disposable, four-layer face mask. The mask's fish-style design prevents gaping and it won't cling to their mouths. A 10-pack is also available.

Brookwood Medical kids disposable face masks (30 pack), $40 (reduced from $50)

These masks claim 99% filtration and come in small, medium and large sizes. You can save an extra 10% if you choose to subscribe and save.

Dr. Puri KF94 masks (20 pack), $26 (reduced from $27)

While exercise masks do not offer the same level of protection that N95s do, a more breathable fabric mask is a safer choice than no mask at all. Here are some top-rated exercise masks on deep discount now.

This popular face mask from Oura offers multiple levels of protection. Its moisture-wicking fabric has been embedded with silver oxide and titanium oxide, materials which resist odor and have anti-bacterial and virus-inactivating properties. The Oura Active Mask has a four-layer construction, and includes a pocket for a replaceable N95 filter. Each Active Mask purchase comes with 30 pieces of Active Tape to better secure your mask to your face while exercising.

Oura Active Mask, $55 (reduced from $65)

The reviewer-loved Athleta Activate reusable face mask two-packs come in a variety of colors. They mold around the nose and cheeks and have adjustable ear loops. They're made of a breathable fabric that's quick-drying.

Though not as protective as an N95 mask, this is a good mask option for the gym for when you need something more breathable.

Athleta Activate face mask (2 pack), $10 (reduced from $15)

Carolin Lehmann is an expert in health, fitness, furniture, apparel, gift guides and books for CBS Essentials. She's always testing new products to recommend. Some of her current favorites include Stanley cups, Alo Yoga workout sets and the Cuzen matcha maker.

First published on March 14, 2022 / 8:00 AM