Collection: Why is Batik Recommended as One of The Best Materials for Face Masks?

Batik is an Indonesian technique of wax-resist dyeing applied to whole cloth. This technique originated from Java, Indonesia. Batik word was derived from Javanese words "Amba" and "Nitik" which mean to write and dot. 

The New York Times wrote that "the best-performing designs were a mask constructed of two layers of high-quality, heavyweight “quilter’s cotton,” a mask made with thick batik fabric, and a double-layer mask with an inner layer of flannel and outer layer of cotton."

"Bonnie Browning, executive show director for the American Quilter’s Society, said that quilters prefer tightly woven cottons and batik fabrics that stand up over time," stated The New York Times.

Batik is made of tightly woven cloth which is why it performs as one of the best material for a face mask.

At Kasih Co-op, our latest collection Gili & Lombok face masks feature three layers batik wax & dye fabric, nose wire, adjustable ear strap and pocket for filter. Take a look at our selections below.

Source:

What's the Best Material for a Mask? - The New York Times 

Making your own face mask? Some fabrics work better than others, study finds. - NBC News

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  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Stone
    Batik Face Mask with Insert Pocket - Black
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    $7.50
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Royalty
    Gili Collection Batik Face Mask - Royalty
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    $7.50
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Butterfly
    Gili Collection Batik Face Mask - Butterfly
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    $7.50
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Star
    Gili Collection Batik Face Mask - Star
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    $7.50
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Phoenix - Hand Drawn Batik
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band
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    $8.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Twirl - Hand Drawn Batik
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Bluebell
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Flicker
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band
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    $3.00
  • Batik Bandana - Wildflower
    Batik Bandana - Wildflower
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    $12.00
  • Batik Bandana - Royalty
    Batik Bandana - Royalty
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    $15.00
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    $12.00
  • Batik Bandana - Stone
    Batik Bandana - Stone
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    $15.00
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    $12.00
  • Batik Bandana - Star
    Batik Bandana - Star
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    $15.00
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    $12.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Areca Palm
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Celebrate
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band Black Celebrate
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    $15.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Padi Oats
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band Gray Padi Oats
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Snow
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Storm
    Gili Collection Batik Face Mask - Storm
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    $7.50
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Blade
    Gili Collection Batik Face Mask - Blade
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Wings
    Lombok Collection Rectangle Batik Face Mask - Blade
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Chips
    Rectangle Batik Face Mask with Insert Pocket - Purple
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    $7.50
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Foliage
    Lombok Collection Rectangle Batik Face Mask - Stone
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    $3.00
  • Gili Collection Batik Face Covering - Harvest
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band Black Brown Harvest
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    $3.00
  • Batik Gili Face Covering & Scarf Set - Stone
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Covering & Scarf Set 100% Cotton - Blue Stone
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    $41.00
  • Batik Gili Face Covering & Scarf Set - Butterfly
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Covering & Scarf Set 100% Cotton - Blue Butterfly
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    $41.00
  • Batik Gili Face Covering & Scarf Set - Royalty
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Covering & Scarf Set 100% Cotton - Green Royalty
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    $41.00
  • Batik Gili Face Covering & Scarf Set - Star
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Covering & Scarf Set 100% Cotton - Black Red Star
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    $41.00
  • Batik Gili Face Covering & Shawl Set - Royalty
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Covering & Shawl Set 100% Cotton - Green Royalty
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    $67.00
  • Batik Gili Face Covering & Shawl Set - Stone
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Covering & Shawl Set 100% Cotton - Black Red Star
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    $67.00
  • Batik Gili Face Covering & Batik Shawl Set - Star
    Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Covering & Shawl Set 100% Cotton - Black Red Star
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    $67.00
  • Lombok Collection Rectangle Batik Face Covering - Stone
    Kids Rectangle Batik Face Mask - Light Blue
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    $7.50
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    $3.00
  • Lombok Collection Rectangle Batik Face Covering - Mangosteen
    Pleated Hand Dyed Indonesia Batik Face Mask Three Layers 100% Cotton with Nose Wire Filter Pocket Soft Elastic Band
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    $3.00
  • Lombok Collection Rectangle Batik Face Covering - Star
    Rectangle Batik Face Mask with Insert Pocket - Cream
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    $7.50
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    $3.00