Experimental procedure :
Water Drop Test
Drop a water droplet onto the outside of the surgical mask.
Check absorption of water on mask by either visually confirming absorption on other side, or touching other side of mask to see if it’s wet.
Record our observations.
Repeat with other masks.
Candle Test
Put on the surgical mask and light a candle.
Blow on the candle from a distance of 4 inches.
Record our observations on the candles actions.
Repeat with the other mask(s).