Let's go easy on the DIY masksThey can be a further waste and serve absolutely no purpose. This is the case with those made with baking paper (among other things, they have the drawbacks of silicone) or some models circulating online that are even made with bra cups. If we want them to be effective, we need to create them carefully, exactly like the amuchina and the homemade gels.
DIY MASK
Luca Somà, owner of the Santa Lucia pharmacy in Villanova Mondovì, has patented a DIY mask, useful in times of emergency to address the shortage of products on the market that has been occurring for weeks.
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DIY CORONAVIRUS MASK
It must be acknowledged that this is a very simple product to make and even with easy-to-find materials. But let's look at it in detail.
Necessary
- Fabric gauze (non-woven 10)
- Transparent film
- Scissors
- Staplers
- Scrunchies
Method
The video tutorial shows the process for making a DIY mask. It takes just a few minutes, so follow it carefully.
DIY CORONAVIRUS FACE MASK TUTORIAL
Luca Tomà's mask usually takes no more than two minutes to make.
However, it needs to be changed every day, and there is no need to wash it. Once you put it on, you risk breathing unfiltered air.
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