Well, duh.
Face masks are a totem for the irrationally fearful to clutch at in order to fool themselves into thinking they can exert some control over the uncontrollable. It’s purely magical thinking, not science. Might as well buy a quartz crystal necklace or pyramid hat and wear that to stop viruses.
Tell that to Biden and Fauxi. AS long as ehey’re in charge there won’t be progress in this matter.
It is the ultimate virtue signal for most women and beta males.