Snag a 50-pack of black KN95 masks for just 40 cents each

Just two weeks into the new year, flu season is raging and a worrisome new variant of the apparently never-going-away Coronavirus is flourishing. As a result, both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization have recommended wearing masks again in certain environments — making this Amazon deal for 50 TOPMAX KN95 Masks for $20 an especially smart move.

TOPMAX KN95 Masks (50 Count) — $20.24 (with on-page clip coupon)

That breaks down to about $0.40 per mask—a steal of a deal and a no-brainer when it comes to staying safe(r) from all the germs floating around these days. At prices that low, you should snag a box to have on hand for everyday use, such as packed public transit during rush hour, and another for dedicated to travel. (And if you need a refresher on masking up for travel, check out our handy guide.)

Masks have come a long way since their flimsy cloth predecessors started making the rounds in the early days of the pandemic, and this version from TOPMAX is a good example of how far things have come. The masks fit most face types, with a 3D design that allows for more room to breathe while minimizing the feeling of heat and humidity (we’ll save those for our beach vacation, thanks). 

Meanwhile, the adjustable nose clip offers a comfortable, snug fit that can “effectively block the direct entry of unfiltered air from outside,” according to the product specs. The nose clip also prevents eyewear from being fogged up—a must-have for glasses wearers. Nearly three-quarters of the product’s 14,000+ reviewers give them a five-star rating—not bad for an item that nobody really enjoys wearing in the first place.

Grab a box (or two) now while they’re still on sale (they’re currently available in black, which we tend to prefer over that blinding white anyway). At the very least, you’ll be well prepared if (god forbid) ‘Rona has darker days in store for us ahead.