While wearing a face mask is absolutely non-negotiable to prevent the spread of COVID-19 nowadays, weve all heard a great deal about how our go-to facial coverings can be uncomfortable to breathe in and cause frustrating breakouts .

And while skin care brands like Tata Harper and Dr. Barbara Sturm are now releasing maskne sets to alleviate mask-inflicted breakouts, 3D mask brackets have become an increasingly popular solution to minimize friction and more or less important, depending on who you are keeping your lipstick intact.

The product is increasingly prevalent on Amazon these days. Bracket prices typically fall underneath a $20 price point for packs of five or 10. Typically made of silicone, the brackets are three-dimensional cages that are worn underneath masks, keeping the masks fabric away from your skin and providing a more comfortable experience for mask wearers.