7 winter face masks to keep you warm through colder weather

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A face mask and ear muff hybrid is the ultimate for winter warmth.Etsy

• Wearing a face mask is important to help slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
• Face masks will likely be essential for months to come, so it's a good idea to find ones you like if you haven't already.
• With the weather getting colder, we'll soon be looking for masks that keep our faces warm and prevent us from spreading germs.
• This article was medically reviewed by Dr. Syra Madad, an infectious diseases epidemiologist in NYC who is also the senior director of NYC Health + Hospitals System-wide Special Pathogens Program and fellow for the Harvard Kennedy School, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs.
• Read more: The CDC recommends everyone wear a cloth face mask in public — here are 12 of the highest-rated options on Etsy

The CDC recommends that everyone wear a cloth face covering in public, whether that means taking a walk outside or going into the grocery store. In many states, it's not even a recommendation, but a requirement that you wear a face mask when in public. Since many people are asymptomatic or presymptomatic carriers and may not know that they're carrying the virus, it's important to still wear a face mask even if you feel perfectly fine.

Of course, a face mask is just part of the equation. It's important to follow the other CDC guidelines like maintaining 6 feet of social distance and washing your hands frequently.

With colder temperatures on the horizon, we'll soon be looking for face masks that can help keep us warm and prevent us from spreading germs. Below, we rounded up a selection of face masks that are great for winter weather.

• • Ties or ear loops that keep it secure
  • Two or more layers of fabric
  • A snug fit that sits comfortably against the side of the face without gaps
  • Allow for breathing without restriction

While we haven't tried every one of these personally, they're all highly rated and made to keep you covered while also adding warmth.