3 Common Mistakes You Are Making With Your Face Masks
Covid-19… This pandemic has changed the lifestyle of people completely! The novel virus made us sit at home with its contagious symptoms and also made sure that we need to sanitize or wash hands in order to stay away from the deadly virus.
It also made the 'Masks' an important part of our life as it becomes necessary to protect and prevent the virus to reach us. Well, when it comes to use and throw masks, we can happily use it for one time and then trash them. But speaking about the cloth masks, after every usage you need to wash them in the right way.
So, we Hans India are here a few mistakes which normally people do unknowingly while using 'Cloth Face Masks'… Have a look!
1. Washing The Face Mask Once In A Week…
Many of them think that cleaning face mask once in a week is enough as it is only used by them. But every time you step out, the dust and grime get settled on the mask. Using the same mask on the next day will make you inhale the dust particles. Thus it is suggested to wear a clean mask every time you step out. One needs to at least buy 2-3 masks, which helps them to have a fresh mask if one is in the wash.
2. Spraying Face Masks With Disinfectants
This is also a big blunder… We need to use disinfectants only to clean floors and house-hold items. Spritzing them on the face masks will make you inhale the chemical-based liquid and this, in turn, takes a toll on your health. Disinfectants are harmful if they come in contact with our sensitive skin. Be it skin allergies or breathing problems, they start troubling us instead of Covid-19.
3. Washing Face Masks With Cold Water
It is always suggested to separate the face masks from other clothes and wash them using tepid water. Then use a detergent and wash it with your hands running with the soap lather and scrub it for at least for 20 seconds. Allow them to dry naturally and then use it again when you step out.
When it comes to washing machines, go with non-scented laundry detergents and select the 'baby clothes' option to allow the machine to handle it carefully.
So guys, follow these simple tips and stay away from Covid-19 using the face masks!!!