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The Best Face Mask for Fall Might Be a Neck Gaiter
GQ 30/09/2020 22:18:27 Daniel Varghese 
© Gabe Conte Fall has begun and with it comes the wardrobe transformation you've been waiting for. Time to swap out linen shorts for sweats (or your favorite hard pants), breezy short-sleeve shirts for some big knits, and summer sandals for...fall sandals. And here in 2020, fall also means swapping out your collection of breathable, moisture-wicking face masks for coverings that can stand up to a brisk autumn morning.
Your first instinct when looking for fall face masks might be to go all Mr. Autumn Man and pick up some flannel. And this will certainly do a lot to keep your face a little warmer. But why stop there? Why not seize upon this moment of normalized mask wearing as an opportunity to embrace a beefy, full-blown neck and cheek warmer?
A neck gaiter is just the thing. Neck gaiters are basically stretchy leg warmers for the face. Popular among runners in the winter, you usually put a gaiter (or buff) on like a headband. Then you slide it down to your neck, then adjust the fabric to cover your nose. The result is something that functions like an unfussy infinity scarf and a cloth face mask at the same time-you get both protection from the Coronavirus and protection from whipping winds.
One small caveat: a neck gaiter might not be as protective as a medical-grade face mask. One study from earlier this summer was reported to indicate that wearing a gaiter might be worse than wearing no mask, but this takeaway was quickly debunked by the authors of the study and subsequent research by aerosol specialists. The general consensus on face coverings was summed up well by Dr. Ivette Murphy-Aguilu, an infectious disease specialist who practices in Chicago, whom I talked to this summer: "The best mask is one that you find comfortable and can tolerate wearing." And there is nothing more comfortable than a cozy neck gaiter when temperatures fall. Below, we've gathered a healthy mix of gaiters of all kinds to keep your face cozy.
Banana Republic
When you picture a gaiter, it probably looks like this one from Banana Republic. It only comes in one size, but you can get it in black, heather gray, and navy.
Carhartt
A fuzzy fleece gaiter to match your go-to beanie.
Arc'teryx
Patagonia
As comfy as the vest your banker cousin won't take off.
Nike
Same vibe as that ubiquitous nike cap we couldn't stop wearing last year.
A different riff for hardcore swoosh (an two-day Prime shipping) lovers.
Columbia
Columbia's sweat-wicking gaiter is ideal for cold-weather workouts, but it's a nice option for everyday use if you want to leave it around your neck all day (it's thin and weightless enough you'll forget it's there).
The North Face
More mountain print neckwear, please. (It also comes in tan, black, and a floral print.)
Smartwool
Smartwool's gaiter is double layered, which lends it some extra warmth and snugness. It comes in black, heather olive, and magenta.
Buff
This gaiter turns your entire neck and face into a calming watercolor painting. If you're not into that, it comes in seven other solid and patterned colorways.
REI
Merino wool is the quintessential fall fabric: extremely soft, just warm enough, and lightweight all at the same time.
Etsy
As you might have guessed, there are innumerable neck gaiters available from infinite Etsy retailers. This well-reviewed one from "Nekku" comes in several wavy color options, has reams of five-star reviews, and ships quickly from Seattle.
Tough Headband
A good budget option if you're not yet a full-fledged gaiter convert.
Oakley
Oakley's gaiter is constructed from a lightweight, anti-odor fabric that'll keep you warm but not so warm that you sweat through it.
Nextour
Enough gaiters for the whole family.
Mission Cooling
Mission Cooling's neck gaiters are actually designed to cool you down (run it under cold water, ring it out, and don one for summertime bbq-ing or yard work in heavy humidity). But it'll keep you toasty come winter too.
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