Christmas Face Masks – Spread Cheer, Not Germs!

After almost a year, wearing a mask before leaving the house has become second nature to all of us. Realizing you are not wearing a mask after you leave your home can give you a mild heart attack. Considering the spread of the coronavirus and the beginning of cold and flu seasons, not to mention the vicious looks you get from people around you, walking around without a mask on is indeed a stupid move.

Even on special occasions — especially on special occasions. Since Christmas is around the corner, get ready to wear your Christmas face masks. You don’t want to spread the virus more than it already has, right?

Christmas Face Masks – From Fancy To Funny Masks!

It’s the most beautiful time of the year. But since the pandemic has hugely impacted all our holiday traditions and celebrations this year, Christmas is no different. But you don’t have to let the grinches get you down and put a damper on your joy of the one last holiday celebration of the year. After all, we all still do have so much to be grateful for.

Although no one is thrilled to, face masks are a big part of outfits now. So why not make the best use of it? To keep up with the jolly, you can add colorful and fancy face masks into your winter outfits and feel festive and safe throughout the holiday season. Fortunately, we have procured all kinds of masks that we can wear for different occasions.

You have disposable face masks for everyday wear that you can dispose of after use, you have fancy face masks punctuating your outfits, and you have breathable masks for both humid and chilly days. Now you have Christmas-themed face masks that you can surely use for Christmas, New Year, and beyond. From face masks of festive prints of plaids and signature colors of the season to funny and cheeky masks that can put a smile on someone’s face, you have all kinds of holiday-approved masks now.

Holiday Face Masks, Go Red This Time!

It may be easier to choose a balaclava, neck gaiter, or any other winter mask in colder months. But the shape of the mask must be considered because if your mask is uncomfortable, you will touch your face more often. Which is what you should avoid. But with these holiday masks mentioned below, you can do both with added warmth. Just like how the designers came up with breathable masks for hot summer days, now we have thick masks for cold weather.

To be on the safer side, wearing face masks while attending indoor gatherings is highly recommended. Yes, including Christmas gatherings. For that, you may need fancy Christmas face masks that can go perfectly with your sophisticated outfit of the evening. But no worries! In the list ahead, there are subtle to super sparkly face masks that can go with any of your outfits, you just have to choose the right amount of fancy.

There are face masks for every Christmas personality, too. But regardless of the theme surrounding Christmas, you can wear these masks next year as well. Whether you choose a face mask with a cheeky addition of Santa’s beard, or a plain colored mask with faux snowflakes, you have plenty to choose from. You have every chance to feel cheerful, get into the holly jolly spirit, and spread joy this year!

Holiday Ruffle Mask

The holiday ruffle mask is perfect for this holiday season. The tiny ruffle trim bordering the mask along the nose wire is the attraction of the mask. Not to mention the design of pink with burgundy festive bows. With a mix of red and dark burgundy, the color is what a Christmas face mask is about.

Measurement: 10cm x 17cm

There is a pink elastic code to match the bows, which is adjustable and helps with the worry over the size. You can wear this festive ruffle mask with your fancy outfit and with your casual Christmas outfit as well. What’s more, by wearing this mask, your casual clothes will surely take a turn and everyone’s focus will be on the mask at first glance.

Kevin McCallister Shocked Face Mask

Kevin is that you?!

Non-medical face masks are fun to wear! This one is one such expressive and funny face mask that can make anyone take a second glance. The classic Christmas movie Home Alone character Kevin McCallister’s(1) shocked face on a mask? Who is not going to take another look at this iconic mask?

Price: $9.83

Measurement: 18.5cm x 11.5cm

It is a comic face mask that can put a smile on anyone’s face. But keep in mind that no one is going to take you seriously if you shout angrily with this mask on! We can’t blame anyone either! This two-layered mask is of soft 95% polyester and 5% spandex fabric with sublimation print on the outside layer. You can wash this after every use.

Snowical Distancing Mask

Accuracy doesn’t even begin to cover it. Of course, it is a funny mask but is also a statement mask that says a lot about the current situation. The print of two snowmen are shown practicing social distancing on the mask is perfect for COVID-Christmas.

Price: $10.66

Measurement: 18.5cm x 11.5cm

This is another holiday mask that you still can use after Christmas(2) if you wish to. It is two-layered with polyester and spandex fabric and over-ear elastic straps for a snug fit over the nose and mouth.

“Baby, it’s COVID Outside” Mask

If it wasn’t obvious enough, wear a mask stating the obvious — baby, it is COVID outside! Which makes this mask perfect for an indoor gathering. It is a two-layered mask with white letters, lines, and dots on red-colored polyester and spandex fabric(3).

Price: $12.16

Measurement: 18.5cm x 11.5cm

You can wear it after Christmas as well (even if the color is a bit season based). But hopefully, you can trash it at the earliest. We certainly don’t want COVID-19 lurking around us in 2021.

Personalized Quarantine Mask

Are you quarantined at home without being able to go out this Christmas? COVID-19 may ruin your Christmas by forcing you to quarantine but your sense of humor is still intact, right? So, wear this sarcastic mask with a witty statement.

Measurement: 13cm x 17.8cm

Get the best out of this hard situation to laugh! You can personalize this mask with over 3 lines and 15 characters. It comes with two filters in 100% cotton and 100% polyester fabric. 

Premium Linen Christmas Masks

These are handmade Christmas masks that are made with premium quality linen. Three of these masks are pretty fancy for your Christmas but you don’t have to trash them after December 25th! The stars and trees designed for the rich fabrics are ornate and the colors are grand for the holiday.

Price: $5.25

Measurement: 23cm x 16cm

There is a filter pocket with extra fabric inside to give you added protection from the virus. Plus the chilly weather. These have adjustable nose wires as well as ear straps. And it is comfortable for wearing for longer periods.

Santa Dabbing 

Put on a happily dabbing Santa this year! Santa prints are cute, but this one is beyond adorable! This funny mask is made from soft anti-microbial fabric that is 88% polyester and 12% spandex. The fabric is also moisture-wicking to prevent you from getting too warm.

Price: $17.95

Measurement: 15cm x 10cm

For an extremely comfortable fit, it is a two-strap design with an adjustable nose-piece. Although expensive, this mask is engineered to contour to your face and printed with non-toxic water-based inks(4). It is also machine washable! 

3 Pack Adult Face Coverings

This is a cute 3 pack Christmas face coverings made from pure 2-ply cotton with a 200 thread count. Not only are they extremely soft and breathable, but also reusable and washable(5). The pack includes masks with a snowman smile, Santa beard, and triangles similar to trees; the designs are cute and holiday approved.

Price: $11.54

Measurement: 25cm x 13cm

They can fit you best because of the elastic ear loops with adjustable toggles. Due to the antibacterial finish which can last for up to 40 washes, it would be better if you don’t dry-clean them.

‘Let It Go’ Quote Mask

The majority of us have sung (and still do —guilty as proved) “Let It Go” along with Elsa and finished the line “cold never bothered me anyway” with a hair flip.

Price: $10.83

Measurement: 18.5cm x 11.5cm

Bringing the sassiness back, this Christmas mask with that particular line quoted on the fabric could be yours! Besides, this is made with the wearer’s comfort in mind(6). You are not only beating the blues of pandemic but the winter chills as well.

Olaf Face Mask

Who doesn’t like the little hyper snowman wrapped with love?! You don’t have to be a die-hard fan of Frozen to love Olaf.

Price: $10

Measurement: 18.5cm x 11.5cm

A face mask printed with tiny Olaf’s is one wonderful way to spread joy and cheer, just like he did. And it can truly put a smile on others’ faces(7).

Mask with Lights 

If you want to carry a lit mask (yes, literally!), you will love this one. You can be the center of attraction while wearing this face mask. It is designed with lightweight led lights inside the double layers to glow you up! They are removable and do not get warm on your face at all.

Price: $16.85

You have five options, namely Christmas tree, snowman, Santa, ugly sweater, and reindeer(8). The breathable 100% cotton fabric will be soft against your skin. With the adjustable white or black colored elastic bands, you can adjust your size accordingly.

Organic Cotton Masks

Oh, these cozy Italian cotton masks are extremely comfy. The material is first class, natural, and purely organic oeko-tex certified cotton and linen. Since it has no toxic chemicals, it is perfect for sensitive skin.

Price: $9.29

Measurement: 14cm x 18cm

It has a basic filter, nose wire, neck string, and adjustable ear loops. But don’t forget to remove the nose wire before washing it in the machine. The ear loops are made with soft material to keep your ears from hurting after hours of wear. More importantly, these masks are eco-friendly since they are reusable(9).

With the winter season of blustery days welcomed, face masks have double duty for us. Along with halting the spread of COVID-19, these face masks have to protect our cheeks and keep us warm during chilly days. The Christmas themed face masks mentioned above can do the double-agent duty perfectly! They can keep you from spreading the virus and are thick enough to keep you warm but not enough to suffocate you. So, pick yours and spread joy instead of germs!

Disclaimer: These are fashion masks and not medical masks(10). These can’t be considered as PPE (11) or be used for clinical use, nor can they be returned due to hygiene reasons. Do not use these on children under 36 months.

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