The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of big changes. Namely, the world is in lockdown, with most of the population in quarantine for the foreseeable future. But we’re still allowed to venture outside—for walks, for grocery runs, and other necessary tasks—and when we do, the CDC recommends we wear protective face masks to stop the spread of the virus.
This practice has lead to a lot of DIY. There are face mask patterns of every ilk online, from sewable fabric versions to easy-to-make protective gear using materials around the house. But a lot of companies are jumping to action, too, shifting gear from regular production to sell face masks to consumers. Get It Right (GIR), a kitchen utensil company, is the latest to offer protective—and super cool-looking—face masks to the public and to healthcare employees working through the coronavirus pandemic.
GIR’s eco-friendly masks are sold as “kits” that include a breathable face shield made with medical-grade, FDA, and LFBG approved silicone. It comes with five filters you can switch out over time; they last one full day, but if you only use them sparingly, one can last longer. You can sterilize the silicone in an autoclave, dishwasher, or oven. Or just clean with household cleaning products like bleach or soap and hot water.
The best thing about these GIR masks? When you check out, there’s an option to buy your kit and donate one at the same time. (You can also purchase one mask only, donate one mask only, or purchase and donate in bulk.)
Donations go to area hospitals, grocery stores, and package carriers near the GIR immediate communities of New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago—some of the cities hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic in the United States.
Head over to GIR’s website to learn more about these masks—which come in seven different colors—and to purchase and donate.
We love to see companies like GIR use their resources to protect all of us, including those vulnerable folks risking their lives from the frontline.
Featured Image: Get It Right
