3M Aura
[{'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': '1) Manufactured in the USA by 3M\n2) N95 NIOSH approved\n3) Super comfortable\n4) Easy to travel with fold flat design\n5) Individually packaged\n6) Great fit for small to large heads/faces'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'These are very comfortable and secure fitting, and don\'t put unpleasant pressure on the bridge of my nose like my previous rigid 3M (#8511) N95 mask did. The foam nose band runs all across the inside top and provides a comfortable, moldable, snug seal that does a better job of keeping my glasses from fogging than my previous mask, except if I exhale with a big sigh through my mouth or nose, but even then, the fogging is slight and dissipates quickly. I wasn’t able to wear my glasses in the correct position with my rigid mask, but don’t have that problem with this mask.\n\nBreathing in this one is a little warmer than my previous KN95 and valved #8511, and on warm days I can feel the beginnings of a little bit of sweat above and below my lip , but it\'s worth it for me to have the full, all-around close fit protection an N95 mask provides that KN95\'s don\'t. I like that they fold flat for carrying around.\n\nIn case this is helpful, I have an average sized head and full face with a square-ish jaw. The mask sits higher on the bridge of my nose than on the guy in the picture--about half inch above the inside corner of my eyes, is 8" (accounting for the “duck bill” expansion) from the top to the bottom of the chin tab and about 6” side to side on the widest part of the chin tab area.\n\nA reviewer said the mask smelled like pickle or salt and vinegar chips and I agree, they do smell a bit like that (it’s the foam nose band and not the mask itself), but it didn’t bother me and like the same reviewer said, you don’t notice it after a while. It did NOT smell like burnt rubber mentioned in another review.\n\nThe middle part is stiff like the rigid N95s, but the top and bottom part are a soft, flexible (kind of reminds me of slightly worn jeans) and what appears to be more breathable fabric. The straps look like long wide, flat rubber bands and appear to be securely stapled--I pulled pretty hard on them at the ends and they didn’t move from under the staples. Since they’re smooth, they slide down my hair if I don’t put them high enough on my head, but they’ re comfortable in that position and I hardly notice them at all.\n\nI was looking for something to replace my rigid, valved N95s and I\'m happy with these.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'Contrary to previous reviews, these ARE authentic 3M masks if they are Sold by Amazon.com. I can\'t speak to the other third party sellers since I didn\'t buy from them.\n\nThe lot code on the box does not match the masks, so I emailed 3M about this and received this response:\n\n"Here is an explanation as to why the lot number on the product is different from the lot number printed on the box:\n\nThe lot number that is printed on the respirator is added to the product when it is made at our manufacturing plant. For example, the 21 is the year (2021) and the 139 is the Julian Date (May 19).\n\nThe lot number on the primary box is lasered when the product is placed into the box. For example, the lot number 17221 was packed out June 21, 2021. We have traceability controls in place when we pack out the boxes to know what respirator lots numbers got into each.\n\n* For the 20 pack, the lot information is lasered on the bottom of the box, near the storage conditions.\n* For the 10 pack and the 3 pack, the lot information is lasered on the back of the box by the UPC symbol on the back of the package."\n\nI bought the same item from one of the "big box" hardware stores, and the masks and box looked identical to the ones purchased here. As for the masks, they\'re more comfortable than the 8210 masks and seem really well made.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': "I purchased the 10-count 3M Aura 9205+ masks. My masks were sold by and shipped by Amazon. After reading reviews questioning the authenticity, I contacted the 3M fraud department. I sent photos, and 3M emailed this back to me, “Thank you for contacting the 3M COVID-19 Fraud Response Team. Our team has reviewed the photos you have provided, and doesn't see anything that indicates that the product you received is anything other than genuine 3M product.”\n\nUpon receiving this verification from 3M, I wore the mask and I love it! The fit is snug but not tight nor restricting. I breathe with ease and I feel very well protected. It’s really easy to put the mask on. My glasses do not fog up, and the cushion on the nose bridge is a welcomed bonus. I love that each mask is individually wrapped. I will be purchasing more."}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-4 review-rating', 'review_body': 'The upper panel is described as "embossed" by 3M but holding the mask up to the light it looks like the thick inner layer of the mask is entirely perforated. It appears there are only two thin, semi-transparent, layers between the user and the outside air—I hope no shortcuts were taken in certifying this mask!\n\nThis is very easy to breath through but aren\'t N95 masks generally hard to breath through for a reason? I am not an expert so I hope some will read this and opine!\n\nUPDATE: 6 months later I\'m still using these masks and very satisfied. The only concerns I have now:\nThe elastic bands occasionally fail and may lose elasticity after many uses. It might make sense to stick with the CDC\'s new recommendation of only reusing them 5 times. Beyond that, a face mask brace might be needed.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-1 review-rating', 'review_body': "I don't know if these are authentic but they're horrible. Too small and I have a small head and face. The mask smells like burnt rubber. There's a piece of foam or something in bridge of nose that has a strong offensive odor. The mask itself is uncomfortable and the head straps make it nearly impossible to put on because they're cut short. They are stapled unto mask like an elementary school project. Do not buy!"}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-4 review-rating', 'review_body': 'My masks came in the branded official 3M box and individually packaged. Everything was as expected with the masks aside from the Smell when first opening them. They have a chemical-like smell that I can only describe like pickle or salt and vinegar potato chips. Once the mask has been opened, initially aired out and worn for about 30 minutes, I no longer notice the Odor. I have only worn each mask once and then disposed of each appropriately after use. I would like to know what the ingredients are for this mask and any natural or chemical ingredients this product may come in contact with during manufacturing/production.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-4 review-rating', 'review_body': "The straps seem a little flimsy and there's a strong smell to this mask but supposedly that smell means it's legit. Still, it's a lot more comfortable than an 8210 wearing it for several hours. The lot number on the box and on the mask aren't the same but that was also the case for a pack I got at Home Depot so maybe that's just how it's supposed to be. This mask has only been available in 10-packs very recently so seems like the chance of it being fake are low."}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2022', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'These are the same N95s we were fit-tested for at work. As soon as I heard Omicron was on the horizon, I got a bunch for personal use--for any need to go into public places. These were legit the same as the ones we use at work.\n\nGot extras to give my mom. She hates them. At least I tried...\n\nAre they comfortable? No. Are they worth wearing despite the discomfort? YES. Being intubated looks horribly uncomfortable.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': "These are very good. They fit my face well. The reviews claiming they are small are true. I have a hard time finding well fitting masks because I have a smaller face, so these are perfect. I'd say they'd fit average sized women, smaller men and teens the best."}]