cleaning the mask

shazzer · Post by **shazzer** » Thu Nov 04, 2004 7:16 pm

Hi

Thanks to all of you who responded to my last request to try and find out about the best way to clean one's mask and resevoir. Glad to hear some more of you find it a pain getting the straps on the mask and cleaning it. I'm not really glad, but it's nice to know I'm not the only one.

Does anyone out there have trouble with red marks on their face in the morning from the mask and sores under their nose.

Thanks

Shazzer

Titrator · Post by **Titrator** » Fri Nov 05, 2004 10:45 pm

Hi Shazzz,

I use "Planet" dish soap to clean all of my gear. It is "earth friently" and has no scent or antibaterical agents, which can hurt your mask cushion.

I hear that baby shampoo works wonders. No More Tears seems to be gentle and effective.

Regards,

Ted

wading thru the muck! · Post by **wading thru the muck!** » Sun Nov 07, 2004 7:05 pm

Hi shazzer,

What mask do you have?

The Mirage Activa is very light on your face. No red marks - sometimes I can't even tell its on. Not really but it's light years better than the comfort classic I used for my sleep study.

Dani · Post by **Dani** » Wed Dec 01, 2004 2:27 am

Hi Shazzer,
Pour in white vinegar, straight or mixed with a little water to fill up the reservoir, then let it sit for part of the day. Afterwards, rinse with soap and water. It will remove yuck stuff plus hard water residue. Works like a charm. I keep the vinegar in a bottle just for this purpose and reuse it. Dani

ldemmery · Post by **ldemmery** » Wed Dec 01, 2004 1:03 pm

I wash mine with a mild dish soap (not antibactirial) and then once a week I use the vinegar/water solution (1 cup vinegar to 10 cups water).

Lynne

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