Tactical Airsoft Half Face Mask - Black Protective Gear for Outdoor Sports, Airsoft Games & Cosplay | Durable & Breathable Design for Maximum Safety

So, I’m probably not using this for it’s intended/advertised purpose, but seeing as it’s COVID times, it only felt socially responsible to live out my 90’s-kid dreams and be a masked ninja from Mortal Kombat this year for HalloweenThis mask works GREAT if you’re willing to put in a little DIY work. Notes from my experience below, hopefully saves you some time and trouble if you’re being Scorpion, Sub-Zero, or any other MK ninja this year!FIT/COMFORT/WEARING-The mask comes with straps (one to attach to a helmet, which has no use in my case, and one that straps it independently to your head). The strap system is NOT great; it’s suuuuper tight even at its loosest setting. Plus and other reviewers note, the included strap rides SUPER HIGH on your face (the upper edge was poking into my eyes). Not at all comfortable.-However, I found a quick/cheap/easy solution. I took a cloth face mask and used the posts on the mask to make a strap. This worked GREAT. It would look strange on its own, but for this costume nobody will see the back of my head anyway.-I’m sure there are a million other makeshift ways to make this work. Hair ties, headbands, etc. that can wrap around the existing posts.-The mask also includes 3 foam pads you can stick in the mask. I’ll have to comment after Halloween whether these stay put for multiple uses, but they do a great job of making the mask more comfortable (especially around the nose)- UPDATE 11/5: The included foam pads are holding up just fine after a few uses, I've attached only the nose pad and that's enough to keep it comfy.PAINTING TIPS-The mask is a flexible TPR plastic, which typically is hard to paint.-HOWEVER, after googling a bit a lot of people recommended Krylon Fusion spraypaint, and they were right! Smooth, even coating; no bubbles or cracks, even when the mask is moderately flexed during wear; zero priming or sanding beforehand required (just make sure it’s clean and dust-free)-Be sure to follow the directions on the can (thin light coats, drying time, etc)(Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LFPDBPP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fab_qR0HFb5N8EFS1 )-UPDATE 11/5: The Krylon Fusion paint is holding up GREAT. We had a cold, wet, outdoor Halloween celebration and the paint has show no signs of chipping, flexing, cracking, etc. after multiple wears. Especially considering the mask itself is slightly flexible, this is a huge win. It also seems to be pretty water-repellent (I spilled at least a couple drinks on this bad boy). HIGHLY recommend this specific paint.Overall WAY cheaper than buying a “real” pre-made MK cosplay mask. You have to put in some (minimal) work, but that means you can customize it however you want! I’ll probably add some black accent marks later.Highly recommend for this purpose.