Red Moko Face Mask – Discontinued

Description

This triple-layer design, Kiwiana, Red Moko Face Mask comfortably covers your mouth and nose. You can check out the rest of our Kiwiana Reusable mask selection by clicking here.

Tā moko is the permanent marking or “tattoo” as traditionally practised by Māori, the indigenous people of New Zealand.

Tohunga-tā-moko (tattooists) were considered tapu, or inviolable and sacred.

Since 1990 there has been a resurgence in the practice of tā moko for both men and women, as a sign of cultural identity and a reflection of the general revival of the language and culture. Most tā moko applied today is done using a tattoo machine, but there has also been a revival of the use of uhi (chisels). Women too have become more involved as practitioners, such as Christine Harvey of the Chathams, Henriata Nicholas in Rotorua and Julie Kipa in Whakatane.

Source: Wikipedia – Tā moko

Hand made in Nelson, New Zealand this 100% cotton face mask has elastics ear strings.

Owning a  washable face mask, means you are doing your bit for the environment by reducing the volume of single-use masks ending up in landfills.  Treat it like another item of clothing, which you wash at the end and have ready for the next time you need to use it.

Features:

• Washable
• Reusable
• Material: 100% Cotton

Item Specifics:

• Size: One Size (For Adults)
• Hand made in Nelson, New Zealand.