Best Face Masks for Kids for Halloween and Beyond

Tons of companies are making smaller kids face masks with fun prints specifically for little ones.

Oct 8, 2021 - 03:57

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Best Face Masks for Kids for Halloween and Beyond

Kids are back to school work and if they're in class for in-person learning, they probably need a hefty supply of face masks. There are tons of everyday masks to choose from, but don't forget Halloween! We've gathered some Halloween face masks for your kids.

After a short break from mask mandates this summer, many city and local governments are now requiring people to wear a face covering indoors to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and its now dominant strain, the Delta variant, which is currently causing a concerning uptick of hospitalizations and infections. Companies across all kinds of industries sell cloth face masks for adults -- and some are making face masks for kids with fun prints. ET Style has the low down on where to buy the best kids face masks.

If you're a parent looking for personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines for your children, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that anyone over the age of two wear a face mask while outside of their home since the FDA has not yet approved the COVID-19 vaccines for children under 12. Whether you're dealing with an adult mask or a kids' mask, make sure it fits snugly but comfortably against both sides of the face, can be secured with ties or ear loops, includes multiple layers of fabric (most have two or three), allows for unrestricted breathing and is washed regularly.

Many retailers offer face masks that are alternatives to true personal protective equipment (PPE), which are disposable and predominantly used by medical staff, but you can now find N95 masks in some places. However, the everyday, reusable options include face masks for adults, face masks for kids, clear face masks, face masks with matching outfits and face masks for exercising. Well-known apparel and fashion brands like Levi's, J.Crew, Athleta, Old Navy, The Honest Company, Forever 21, Gap and Kim Kardashian's Skims sell their own lines of masks as well. Additionally, check out ET Style’s curated list of face mask accessories.

Getting your kid comfortable with wearing a face mask -- and then actually keeping it on -- might be a tricky endeavor, so try letting them pick out ones with their favorite color, a cheerful pattern or even a familiar face.

From Disney characters to tie dye to kid-designed rainbows, below are the best kids face masks that you can buy online right now. Keep checking back, as we'll be updating this story with new styles that we find.

Walkmart

This 50-pack of Halloween-themed disposable face masks provide three layers of protection.

$14

Amazon

These adorable reusable masks can help protect your kids on Halloween even if they have a maskless costume.

$10

Sanctuary

Each pack of these Sanctuary masks comes with two Dino prints, one camo print, one pink camo print and one baby leopard print. With every mask purchase, the company will provide masks to hospitals and organizations in need (learn more via the brand's Instagram Live). Note that orders may require up to 14 days for fulfillment and shipping.

$25 FOR 5 AT SANCTUARY

Walmart

These semi-spooky washable kids Halloween face masks provide wide facial coverage.

Walmart

If you (or your kids) prefer disposable face masks for Halloween, these adorable black cat Halloween face masks come in a 50-pack.

$15 (REGULARLY $21)

SewCalMasks

These masks are made with a 97% cotton and 3% Spandex twill fabric and manufactured in downtown Los Angeles. SewCal also makes adult masks, which have a filter pocket.

$9 AT SEWCALMASKS

Vistaprint

Choose from doodle-inspired dinosaurs, planets and smiley faces. Vistaprint also offers 10-packs of face mask filters, which are engineered to be used up to 12 hours.

$13 AT VISTAPRINT

Uncommon Goods

100% of profits from sales of these kid-designed cotton masks go to New York City's public hospitals via NYC Health + Hospitals.

$6 FOR 2 AT UNCOMMON GOODS

Amazon

If you're kids are looking for scary-silly masks for Halloween, this six-pack from Amazon are a great pick.

$19

Walmart

Even if your kids aren't dressing up for Halloween this year, they can show their Halloween spirit with these cute reusable bat face masks from Walmart.

$16

Threadless

Face masks from Manhattan-based clothing site Rocks Off via Threadless are made in the U.S. and can be washed and reused. They are also reversible, unisex and made with a two-ply cotton poly blend. Kids' masks cost $12, with proceeds going to MedShare to help provide medical supplies and equipment to people in need all over the world.

$10 AT THREADLESS

Amazon

These adorable washable face masks are crafted with a 3-D face design, adjustable ear straps, and a nose clip for a secure fit.

$28 FOR 5 AT AMAZON

LA Made

These reversible two-layer cotton masks come in assorted packs of five -- they're also available in two-packs and combo packs with kids' sizes.

$35 FOR 5 AT LA MADE (REGULARLY $55)

Amazon

These masks come in adult and two children's sizes and feature a double layer of jersey fabric.

$6 AT AMAZON

Amazon

This two-pack of Cubcoats kids' face masks, featuring Kali the Kitty and Bori the Bear, are reusable and can be hand washed and dried. They are made with two layers of cotton and elastic ear loops and have a metal nose clip for a protective fit. These masks are recommended for kids age four and up.

$7 AT AMAZON

Etsy

These double-layer cotton face masks are designed to fit a child's face and are made in Los Angeles and being restocked daily. You can order individual masks, family four-packs or a "Mommy and me" set.

$12 AND UP AT ETSY

Onzie

These masks include a stretchy multi-layer fabric exterior, a high performance inner lining and elastic straps. Proceeds from Onzie mask purchases are being donated to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy.

$12 AT ONZIE (REGULARLY $20)

Etsy

These cute masks are specially designed for kids ages 5-12. Each cloth mask comes with two filters with a five-layer filtration system made of activated carbon, non-woven, and melt-blown filter cloth.

$6 AT ETSY