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It was suggested to me to use a mask liner to reduce a serious leak problem and it worked wonderfully.

My DME specialist gave me samples of SilentNightHealth liners for the F30 with adhesive tabs.

BUT when I read their website, they stated their fabric was treated with antimicrobial and antifungal chemicals. Being a retired MD, I realize this is a "no-go" for potential toxicity.

Our sister site recommended RemZzs. No adhesive tabs, but appears to be chemical free. Is this true?

Any thoughts from our board members?

Any problem with shifting since there is no adhesive?

Thanks in advance.

Mask liners on Amazon are popular or go to padacheek.com for custom liners for your mask.

I use the RemZzzs liners for nasal pillows. I started using them because I was getting sores under my nostrils. I like the liners a lot! No more sores, not even red marks.

I do not believe that the liners are treated with any chemicals. Neither the package nor the website states that they are treated. I am sensitive to odors and have sensitive skin. There is no odor and no skin irritation. They are made of a thin knit fabric like T-shirt fabric.

The liners do not have adhesive tabs. They are held in place simply by the pressure between the mask and your face. I found them a little fiddly at first, but I have learned to hold the liner in place, push it against my nose, and pull my headgear on. It's easy for me now, just had to get the technique down!

The website and directions say to use a new liner each night. I actually use a liner for 3 nights (unless I have a cold or bad allergies). Some users online said they wash and reuse the liners. I tried that, but the liners for nasal pillows curl up when they get wet, and they don't uncurl, not even if ironed. So that didn't work for me. Don't know about the full face mask liners.

I am quite satisfied and recommend them.

That was an awesomely complete answer - THANKS!

Hi there. I am using the PadaCheek liner for the F30i mask which does not have adhesives; it uses velcro tabs and is washable. There is no mention of it being treated with anything (which is not necessary anyway from an old retired epidemiology RN). I think it is made of microfiber. It works great and stopped my leaks ...99% of them anyway. I still occasionally get one when I dislodge the mask, but that has nothing to do with the liner.

I think it is made of microfiber.

OMG! That's polyethylene terephthalate!

Not currently, but I have used PadaCheek liners. They are very comfortable and cut to accurately fit many masks.

All modern fabrics are treated with chemicals to stabilize the fabrics, and give them properties to make them easier to use in cutting, sewing, manufacture, etc. People who sew know that it's important to wash fabrics first because fabrics shrink, they skew on the bias, etc, after the "sizing" is washed out.

I always wash clothing and masks before wearing because I have sensitive skin and end up with hives if not.

But I agree that I don't want exposure to things like anti-virals or anti-fungals that don't easily wash out at all.

As for making your own mask liners, an old cotton t-shirt might be ideal.
It's a sure bet it has been through multiple launderings,
removing everything than can get out.