THIS is what you want to wear to protect against the coronavirus.
It's CopperSAFE neckwear/facemasks, a new line launched today by teenage brothers Dylan and Connor Clark.
Using a copper-infused fabric, the brothers from Raleigh designed the protective wear to be “lightweight, breathable and reusable.”
And each costs under $15.
“We are receiving a high volume of inquiries into our business,” 16-year-old Connor told WRAL News.
His brother, Dylan, 14, is a student at North Raleigh Christian Academy and already a veteran entrepreneur. He founded HashtagLax, a lacrosse apparel and lifestyle brand, in 2017 at age 11.
“With schools closed for several weeks, my brother and I saw an opportunity to better invest our time at home,” Dylan added. “When out in public, we recognize the lack of proper facial coverings available to most people. While basic surgical masks are common, they are uncomfortable, inconvenient and not reusable. Even homemade masks can be can be an imperfect solution in terms of comfort and often require constant adjustment.”
CopperSAFE masks are infused with copper, a naturally occurring antimicrobial, self sanitizing element, which one study suggests is better than common materials at preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
They are also completely washable, available in youth sizes and can be customized.