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I admit I do not have much knowledge on this front, so I would like to ask knowledge here from others for best options to reduce. While I know there is no perfect solution truly, what could be a good resource for reducing?

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[–] just2look@lemmy.zip 4 points 1 week ago (2 children)

The GVS Elipse is a lower profile option that should have comparable performance to the 3m respirators. They offer both half and full face respirators as well.

[–] solrize@lemmy.ml 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Yes there are lots of brands. The Elipse got a poor review on reddit a while back, but I haven't tried it myself.

https://old.reddit.com/r/Masks4All/comments/sudju5/recs_for_p100_valveless_ehmr_respirators/hxa3rfn/

[–] just2look@lemmy.zip 3 points 1 week ago

I have one. I used it quite a bit during COVID. I think 3m's respirators might flow a little better, and its easier to find their filters. I didn't have any issues with the seal or comfort on the GVS. And I appreciated the smaller profile. Not sure what the complaints were on rediit, but I like mine.

[–] Scrath@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 1 week ago

The Dräger Explore 3300 or 3500 are also good options with replaceable filters. When I bought mine it was actually cheaper than the 3M mask, though I live in germany where the company is based and not in the US.