Are You Using Your Pollution Mask Correctly?

The air we breathe is getting worse every day, especially in major cities like Mumbai and New Delhi. Did you know that the top 5 most polluted cities in the world belong to India? What may surprise you more is the fact that 92% of the world’s population live in places with unhealthy air quality. Do you want to hear another alarming fact? 1 in 6 deaths all over the world is caused by air pollution. To protect ourselves and our planet from the harmful effects of air pollution, we must take action now. We can start small by reusing, recycling, reducing. We can plant trees and curb down on our habit of using vehicles that emit a lot of smoke. Besides these tips, we can also protect ourselves by using a pollution mask. However, if you are using one, are you sure you are using your pollution mask correctly?

Choose the correct size Depending on the shape & size of your face, find a mask that fits you properly. Dettol masks come in small, medium & large sizes, choose your size correctly.

Choose a high quality mask As there are many brands that are selling pollution masks, make sure you choose one that filters 99% bacteria and has a 98% 3-layer filtration of pollution particle PM2.5.

Do not share your mask Keep your mask away from other people & do not use someone’s else mask as well. There could be thousands of germs inside their masks which could easily make you fall sick.

Throw it away if contaminated If you have used your mask in a hospital or a similar establishment or has come in contact with a sick person or animal, please dispose the mask.

Secure the nose clip Use two fingers to mold the nose clip at the top of your mask. Molding the nose clip also prevents your glasses from fogging up.