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National Facial Protection Month

Protect your beautiful face and celebrate National Facial Protection Month with our top tips for healthy skin and safety gear recommendations!

Thursday

1–30

April 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAll of April

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYPublic Health

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to protect your beautiful face this April 1 as we celebrate National Facial Protection Month! This month-long event was first started by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in 2002 to raise awareness about the importance of protecting our faces from injuries during sports and other physical activities. Whether it's wearing a helmet while biking or using a mouthguard while playing contact sports, taking care of our faces is crucial for our overall health and well-being. So let's celebrate this month by staying safe and keeping our smiles intact!

TIMELINE

National Facial Protection Month Timeline

Inception of the Holiday

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons initiates National Facial Protection Month to raise awareness about face safety.

First Official Celebration

The very first National Facial Protection month is observed, prompting advocacy for facial safety across the US.

Recognition by Health Organizations

Major health organizations, including Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), recognize and support the event, widening its reach.

Campaign Expansion

Safety campaigns grow to include broader topics of facial protection, such as sun protection and skincare.

Global Awareness

Increased international recognition and participation marks National Facial Protection Month as a global event.

Covid-19 Impact

Face masks, crucial in fighting the Covid-19 pandemic, become a central focus during National Facial Protection Month.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Facial Protection Month

Organize a facial protection seminar

Gather a group of friends or coworkers and organize a seminar about the importance of facial protection. You can invite a speaker or conduct your own research and present it to the group.

CREATE

Create a social media campaign

Spread awareness about National Facial Protection Month by creating a social media campaign. Use hashtags and share informative posts about the importance of protecting your face during sports and other activities.

HOST

Host a fundraiser for facial protection gear

Partner with a local sports team or organization and host a fundraiser to raise money for facial protection gear. This is a great way to give back to the community and promote safety in sports.

CREATE

Create a fun face mask design contest

Encourage creativity by hosting a face mask design contest. You can have participants submit their designs and then showcase them on social media. This is a great way to get people excited about facial protection.

ORGANIZE

Organize a community clean-up event

Show your support for National Facial Protection Month by organizing a community clean-up event. You can focus on cleaning up areas where sports are played to promote the importance of protecting the face during physical activities.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why National Facial Protection Month is Important

It promotes overall safety and health

Facial injuries don't just occur during sports - they can also happen in everyday activities. By promoting facial protection month, we are emphasizing the importance of being mindful of our actions and taking steps to keep ourselves safe from accidents that could cause facial injuries.

It raises awareness for facial protection in sports

National Facial Protection Month is a great opportunity to educate the public on the importance of protecting your face while playing sports. With proper knowledge and equipment, we can prevent injuries to our faces and promote safe play on the field.

It emphasizes the need for protective gear

This month highlights the importance of wearing helmets, masks, and other protective gear during sports and activities that pose a risk to our faces. It encourages individuals to take precautions to prevent serious injury.

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