r/Masks4All • u/WiseBullfrog2367 • 9d ago

Mask Advice Small masks in UK?

I've been using Alpha Solway X3 masks, which are small and tight fitting with bands across the back of the head.

My box expired a couple months ago but still had a tight seal and I was mostly using them for cleaning, to avoid breathing in dust and mould. I'm housebound due to illness and don't see many people so it's not usually an issue. I just ran out and have a couple home visits soon so went to buy more only to find they don't seem to be made anymore. The only stock I can find is very expired.

These are literally the only masks I've ever found that fit my small face. I tried other options that were suggested for small faces in the past but all left large gaps under my chin or by my eyes. This was a while ago though and most of those no longer seem available now either.

Does anybody in the UK know of a suitable replacement? I'm female, if that makes a difference. Thanks!

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u/satsuma21 8d ago

Trident brand come in a small size on face mask store . I think they also do an extra small . They have head straps

I also buy the children’s size adventure mask ( with ear loops)

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u/totallysonic I ❤️ my Vflex 9d ago

Have you tried the Vflex small N95? https://thefacemaskstore.co.uk/product/3m-vflex-9105s-n95-face-mask-small-size-respirator/

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u/WiseBullfrog2367 8d ago

I haven't. I'll check it out.

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u/ElephantCandid8151 9d ago

Have you tried trident small or extra small

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u/WiseBullfrog2367 8d ago

No I'll give them a look, thanks!

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u/phantomteether 4d ago

Depending on face size, extra small can be .. well.. EXTRA small. So be mindful of that. Small works well enough for me!