Leaf Is the World’s First Self UV-C Sterilizing “Smart” Mask with an N99+ HEPA Filter

Jun. 7, 2020

Since therise of the Coronavirus, we have seenan array of face masksmaking their way into the market. We saw the ultimate face shield,BioVYZRand recently we saw a programmer develop amask that simulates movements of the lips. Now, a company has made the world’s first UV powered “smart” face mask that can self-sterilize with UV-C.

Leaf, developed by Detroit-based Redcliffe Healthcare, is a unique reusable face mask that comes with active ventilation and N99+ HEPA standard filtration system. It is also completely transparent, much likeHuami’s “Project Aeri”.

On the protection front,Leaf stands out coming with the most advanced filtration system in the market that blocks 99.9997% pollutants in the air, including particles as tiny as 0.3 microns.

Another unique feature of the mask is that it can clean itself with UV-C rays with a touch of a button.This self-sterilising feature not only makes Leaf a much safer mask, but it also ensures that the mask’s filters last up-to one month, unlike in traditional masks. Also, as the mask is transparent, users can easily unlock their smartphones using face unlock.

You can also customize your mask by adding your preferred translucent hues or add a color of your choice to the lip section.

Leaf comes in four sizes— 55mm for kids of 3-8 years, 65mm for kids of 7-12 years, 85mm for adults or teens, and a huge 115mm one, for adults with a relatively larger face.Each Leaf mask comes with a HEPA filter and a carrying case, costing $49 (~Rs 3700). Another version comes with a HEPA-Carbon filter and, in turn, has a higher price tag of $89 (~Rs 6725).

The company is currently running acampaign on Indiegogothrough which it has already raised $108,000 (~Rs 8,179,600) from 534 backers. You can check out the mask on itsofficial website.

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