Product review: Technomask

Product not longer available (formerly available from the Royal Association for Deaf People)
Suitable for all ages

Reviewed by Jenny, mum to Alex (3) who’s severely to profoundly deaf and wears cochlear implants.

Jenny and Alex

"Alex was fitted with cochlear implants in October 2020. We knew he wouldn’t be able to wear his hearing aids after the operation, so for about four weeks before the implants were switched on he’d be living in a silent world again. In the midst of a worldwide pandemic, where everyone was having to wear masks, the Technomask was an absolute must for us. He could still see my face and read my lips alongside using British Sign Language (BSL). At first I was concerned about the mask misting up, but a small amount of washing up liquid rubbed on and then wiped off with a soft lint-free cloth keeps it clear all day long. It’s easily cleaned with warm water and dries without any streaks.

The masks come in different sizes to suit adults and children and are easily measured from the website’s instructions. In my role as a customer service assistant it’s also proved invaluable, as being able to see a friendly smile helps many customers feel at ease. I feel that many people are appreciative of clear facial coverings as it’s been hard for everybody over the past 18 months. The Technomask has eased that stress for Alex and many others like him. People often rely on facial expressions and lip-reading without realising. The Technomask offers a clear, helpful solution to a problem that affects so many."