Do I NEED to attach the dust mask to the Bandusta™?
No. You do not need to attach the dust mask to the Bandusta™ using the loop fasteners. The elastisized inner portion of the Bandusta™ forms a large “cup” where you can place your dust mask. You can then just attach the Bandusta™ to your face, and the dust mask should stay in place. Of course, if you use the loop fasteners, it is much easier to keep the dust mask in place.