After 14 years bought my second pair [SEP] After 14 years the straps had stretched out but the mask was still usable since the velcro on one side stuck to the straps themself. However after 14 years of handwashing the internal padding had gone flat.<br /><br />They come individually packaged in moderately heavy plastic. I slit one end of each package have used them to store and keep the masks clean when not in use.<br /><br />The new masks have no fragrance unlike the originals.