The Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue Nasal Mask is a traditional triangular nasal CPAP mask decked out with features intended to sculpt it to fit everyone regardless of facial size or facial shape.
Philips Respironics designed the ComfortGel Blue mask to be a universal nasal CPAP mask. Philips Respironics created it to be a mask for everyone, including people who have not been able to wear nasal CPAP-style masks without excessive air leaks or discomfort in the past.
The Philips Respironics Comfort Gel Blue Nasal Mask is an enhanced update to the original ComfortGel Nasal Mask.
Features
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and innovation with the Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue mask, designed to transform your CPAP therapy into a truly restful sleep. Every detail has been engineered with your comfort in mind.
- Squishy blue gel mask has a dual-layer mask cushion that conforms to your face to create a good seal.
- Premium forehead pad prevents red marks and improves fit.
- A built-in stability selector tool allows you to find the perfect angle for the mask on your face.
- Ball and socket headgear makes it simple to take the mask off and on.
- A “silent” exhalation port quietly directs air up and away from you and your bed partner.
- The System One Resistance Control rating allows Philips Respironics CPAP machines to work particularly well with the ComfortGel Blue mask.
Unlike nasal pillow masks that sit at the nostril openings, this traditional nasal design provides full coverage while the innovative mask cushion minimizes skin irritation.
With the Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue mask, you're not just getting a CPAP accessory – you're investing in nights of peaceful, uninterrupted sleep. Wake up refreshed and ready to embrace each day with the comfort and reliability you deserve.
CPAP Gel Technology
The Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue mask uses a dual-layer mask design. A squishy blue gel nests inside a thin, malleable silicone Comfort Flap cushion. The two cushions work together to establish a custom seal on your face.
The interior gel cushion provides additional stability to keep the proper adjustment on your face. The interlocking gel cushions come apart easily to simplify cleaning. This advanced technology sets it apart from traditional CPAP masks and even modern nasal pillow masks.
Personalized Fit at Critical Pressure Points
A built-in stability selector tool at the top of the mask allows you to fine-tune mask fit at critical pressure points. Without proper positioning, nasal masks tend to leak around the bridge of the nose, at the eyes, below the nose, or near the lip.
Overtightening the headgear to correct for leaks in these key areas results in discomfort and skin irritation, common problems with poorly fitted CPAP masks, and can even create other leaks. By simply squeezing the arms of the stability selector, you can move the support arm down to seal leaks around the bridge of your nose or your eyes.
To seal leaks below the nose or near the lip, move the stability support arm to a higher position, then simply squeeze the arms on the stability selector and slide up to move the bottom edge of the mask closer to your face.
The premium silicone forehead pad keeps the mask comfortably anchored while preventing skin irritation at that important pressure point. The forehead pad should sit lightly on your face.
Easy On and Easy Off
Headgear is an important contributor to mask fit, comfort, and overall ease of use. The headgear with the Philips Respironics Comfort Gel Blue nasal mask simplifies getting the mask on and off due to a ball-and-socket design. The headgear clicks into place with Quick Clip technology that makes the need to thread the headgear through small holes on the sides of the masks a thing of the past. This innovative design eliminates the hassle found in many CPAP masks, including nasal pillow masks that require precise positioning.
When removing headgear, just unhook one side and pull the headgear up and off your head. The next night just slip it back on and click it back in place. Very few adjustments will be needed from night to night.
Four EZ Peel tabs on the headgear also simplify fine-tuning mask fit. The EZ Peel tabs are located at four key points on the top and bottom straps of the headgear to allow quick adjustments once the mask is in place.
Quality of Life Enhancements for You and Those Around You
Angled exhalation micro ports located in the center of the mask direct exhaled air up and away instead of into your face or the face of anyone sleeping with you. The micro port design also quiets the system. Dual 360-degree swivel connectors keep the tubing moving seamlessly with you in your sleep.
Philips Respironics System One Resistance Control Ready
The ComfortGel Blue Nasal mask will work well with any CPAP machine but is designed for optimal compatibility with Philips Respironics CPAP machines. Users enter the code stamped on the bottom of the mask into their Philips Respironics CPAP machine and the machine then knows precisely how to best adapt to the mask in use.
This mask was designed to be a nasal CPAP mask for almost anybody, but it may be a particularly worthwhile one to consider if:
- You prefer traditional CPAP masks over nasal masks, but have not found one that fits just right.
- You want to avoid red marks, discomfort, and skin irritation.
- You want a mask that goes on and off with ease and requires little adjustment night after night.
- You breathe mostly through your nose at night.
Whether you're new to CPAP therapy or seeking to upgrade your current setup, the ComfortGel Blue Nasal mask delivers the personalized fit, lasting comfort, and seamless compatibility you need for truly restorative sleep.
Sizing
A custom fit begins with selecting the right size for you.
CPAP masks, including this model and nasal pillow masks, are not one-size-fits-all. The best size for you in one type of mask may not be the best size for you in another style of mask or brand of mask. Sizing guides are available to select the optimal size mask for your face.
Once properly sized and adjusted, the right-sized mask will not leak too much, will not move around too easily, and will also not push too hard on your skin or get in the way of your field of vision.
Proper sizing is crucial for achieving an optimal mask seal. While some users consider CPAP mask liners to improve comfort, the ComfortGel Blue's gel cushion often eliminates this need by naturally conforming to facial contours and reducing skin irritation.
ComfortGel Blue Nasal Mask Size Selection
Four cushion sizes are available for the Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue mask (Petite, Small, Medium, & Large). Determine your perfect size by placing the Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue nasal mask side guide against your face. The mask cushion should rest on the sides of the nostrils, below the nostrils, and at the bridge of the nose.
The optimal size cushion is the smallest one that extends just beyond the edges of the nose and nostrils. This gap between the cushion and the edges of your nose and nostrils places the cushion on flatter facial surfaces for a better, more consistent seal.
Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue Nasal Headgear Adjustment
Headgear holds the mask in place on your face. Proper adjustment personalizes the mask fit. The included headgear with the ComfortGel Blue mask comes in one size. The headgear should fit across the top of the head and along the bottom of the neck.
If the headgear is too long in the back, roll the bottom of the headgear over or under to get a better fit. This small tweak can be enormously important to your overall comfort and success with mask fit.
Fine-Tuning For Your Successful Night’s Sleep
Set aside a few minutes to fine-tune the mask to your face prior to your first night wearing it.
To get started:
- Loosen the headgear at all four EZ Peel Tab locations.
- Squeeze the stability selector at the top of the mask and slide the arm up, placing the forehead pad in the highest position.
- Disconnect one Quick Clip.
Initial adjustments:
- Sit up on the side of the bed or in a chair.
- Place the mask on your face then pull the headgear on and attach the Quick Clip.
- Slowly and equally tighten the two headgear straps on the top of your head so that the forehead pad presses LIGHTLY against the center of your forehead.
- Slowly and equally tighten the two headgear straps on the bottom until the mask is gently pressing on your face.
- Keep the headgear flat against the back of your head.
Secondary adjustments
- Connect the mask to the hose from the CPAP machine.
- Lie down in bed.
- Tighten or loosen the upper headgear straps until the forehead pad is pressing LIGHTLY on the center of your forehead. A proper mask seal should feel secure without causing skin irritation.
- Tighten or loosen the bottom headgear straps until the mask is snug but not too tight on your face.
Final tweaks for leaks
- Turn your CPAP machine on and turn your head side to side. Identify any areas where the mask seal may be compromised.
- Identify any areas of excessive leaking.
- Reseat the mask by gently lifting it off your face and then returning it.
- Often reseating alone will resolve problems by allowing the cushion to conform to your face better.
- If leaks persist, use the Stability Selector tool:
- For leaks around the bridge of the nose or into the eyes: Move the stability support arm to a lower position, squeeze the arms on the stability selector and slide it down to move the mask closer to your face to seal the leak.
- For leaks below the nose or near the lip: Move the stability support arm to a higher position, squeeze the arms on the stability selector and slide it up to move the bottom edge of the mask closer to your face.
- With each adjustment, you may find it necessary to reseat the mask by lifting it slightly up off your face and then placing it back down. This allows the gel to realign.
- If leaks are still present, apply pressure with your fingers to the mask in the leak’s location. If this eliminates the leak, tighten the headgear strap that is closest to the leak.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Some leaks are ok. If you are not bothered by the leak and your machine is emitting an alarm, it is not necessary to completely seal it off.
Always try reseating the mask first, especially if all was well, and then change it after motion or activity. Avoid adjusting headgear as a first response to troubleshooting leaks.
Purchasing Information
- Mask and headgear are included in the package
- A DuoPack is also available if you wish to receive two cushions of the same size with your mask purchase
Available Replacement Parts
- Headgear
- ComfortGel Blue Cushion and Silicone Comfort Flap
- ComfortGel Blue Cushion (without Silicone Comfort Flap)
- Ball and Socket Quick Clips
- Premium Forehead Pad
Component Materials
Unlike some CPAP masks that may require CPAP mask liners for comfort, the ComfortGel Blue uses premium materials designed to minimize skin irritation:
- Cushion: Urethane Gel, Latex Free
- Forehead Pad: Silicone, Latex Free
- Mask Frame: Polycarbonate
- Headgear: Urethane Foam (semi-elastic), Lycra
- Comfort Flap: Silicone
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The Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue Nasal CPAP Mask has earned top ratings from countless satisfied customers, and for good reason. This innovative mask combines a flexible gel nasal cushion with a secure forehead pad to deliver both comfort and reliability night after night.
Superior Comfort & Design
At the heart of this mask is the premium blue gel mask cushion that conforms to your face's unique contours. Working together with a thin silicone outer membrane, it creates a self-adjusting seal that's both effective and gentle. The result? Fewer red marks, less irritation, and a lighter, thinner design than ever before.
The premium headgear features EZ peel tabs and a ball-and-socket attachment, with four-point adjustment for a custom, secure fit. The mask is latex-free, making it suitable for sensitive CPAP users, and includes a removable comfort flap for enhanced seal and easy cleaning.
Quiet Operation
Nobody wants a noisy CPAP mask disrupting their sleep. The ComfortGel Blue features angled exhalation micro ports that quietly direct air away from both you and your bed partner. This thoughtful design ensures peaceful nights for everyone.
Who It's Perfect For
This mask excels for light sleepers who need quiet operation, those with petite facial structures, individuals with facial hair (yes, it maintains a great seal!), and anyone who breathes primarily through their nose. Available in Small, Medium, and Large sizes, it accommodates a wide range of users. If you've struggled with nasal pillow masks or experienced red marks and skin irritation with other CPAP masks, the ComfortGel Blue's unique cushion design offers a comfortable alternative.
The Bottom Line
Among available CPAP masks, the Philips Respironics ComfortGel Blue successfully addresses the most common complaints: poor mask seal, discomfort, and noise. With its innovative gel technology, premium forehead pad, and thoughtful engineering, it delivers the all-night comfort and reliability that CPAP users deserve.
Say goodbye to mask leaks and hello to better sleep with the ComfortGel Blue.
