4 Ways to Make Face Masks Fun

The Covid-19 Pandemic has forced many changes on us this year, and very few of them have been positive. As well as the death, illness, and economic damage that the disease has inflicted on the world, there have also been many social issues caused by the Pandemic such as lockdowns and travel restrictions. One of the most contentious of the issues has been the necessity of wearing face masks to stop the transmission of the virus. 

Whilst the vast majority of scientific and medical professionals agree that wearing masks is the number one way that we can all do our part in slowing the spread of Covid-19, this has unfortunately become a political issue as Donald Trump has sent mixed messages about mask-wearing which have caught on amongst his supporters and other conspiracy theorists. Despite this, most people are doing the sensible thing and wearing a face mask whenever they are out in public or around other people. 

To try and make the best of the situation and inject a little bit of humor into mask-wearing, here are 4 ways to make face masks fun.

1. Create a Halloween Face Mask

For many people, the Fall season means bonfires, red and orange leaves, and pumpkin spiced lattes, but for a lot of kids and big kids all around all the world, it means Halloween! Trick or Treating, Halloween parties, and scary outfits are all much-loved parts of this holiday, and one really fun way to make your face mask exciting is by turning it into a Halloween mask. The arts and crafts experts at expertofequipment.com explain that there are many Halloween masks available online, which can spook people this Halloween. If you are feeling artistic, there are so many different ways to get creative and turn your mask into something a little bit scary yourself. All you need to do is get some permanent markers and let your creative juices flow. Try a creepy clown smile, some vampire's teeth, or use all your art skills to make the lower half of your face look like it's rotting away like a zombie’s.

2. Add a Funny or Encouraging Message

These are difficult times, and the best way to get through them is if we all support each other. Masks have, bizarrely, become such a contentious issue, that one great way to make your mask more fun, and show your solidarity with others, is to write a funny or encouraging message to help cheer other people up. This can be anything from, “Let’s stay together!” to “You have beautiful eyes!” Many people have been affected in uncountable ways by the Covid-19 Pandemic, and you never know who may see your message and get that little boost of positivity, which they really needed that day. Avoid political messaging as there is far too much of that going around at the minute. Just think of a positive message and share it with the world.

3. Match Your Masks with Your Outfit

There are so many different colors and styles of masks now that one way to feel more comfortable in your mask is to match it with the rest of your outfit. If we can all overcome the stigma or shyness of wearing a mask out in public, the effect will be that the virus spreads to a lot fewer people. Think of your face mask as an accessory and try out different colors and patterns. Some of the big fashion brands have already got in on the act and are now offering designer masks for the truly fashion-conscious. Just make sure that any mask you buy doesn’t just look great, but that it is also medically and scientifically tested to ensure it will keep you and others safe.

4. Create a Superhero/ Supervillain Mask

Many different superheroes and villains who wear masks, so why not pay homage to your favorite with your mask. Just think about Bane’s iconic breathing apparatus or Darth Vader’s unmistakable black grill. Search online to see if you can find any retailers selling it, and if not, spend a couple of hours redesigning your own mask to look just like your favorite characters. Imagine people’s shock when they see you in the supermarket looking like a comic book hero!

Nobody enjoys wearing a mask, but it is far better to have a little personal inconvenience or discomfort than it is to spread this terrible disease. Fortunately, there are many ways to make your face mask more fun and bring a little levity to this difficult situation. The important thing when creating a fun mask is to always use a medically approved mask so that it is doing the job it is supposed to be doing in stopping the transmission of the virus. Try out some of these fun ideas, and you can create a mask to make everyone smile in these tense times.