Modular face mask

A mask for protecting a head with a face having a nose, mouth, and chin, comprising:

• a mask module formed of a material, wherein the mask module comprises an exterior surface and an interior surface, the mask module being sized and shaped to cover a portion of the face;
• wherein the mask module further comprises an adjustable upper portion, a middle portion, and a lower portion, wherein the upper portion conforms to at least a portion of the nose, and the middle portion includes a multi-layer mouthpiece connected to the mask module, a first plurality of pleats, and a second plurality of pleats, wherein the first and second plurality of pleats are generally disposed on opposite sides of a first side of the mask module from each other, wherein the pleats provide an accordion-effect in the material of the mask module that defines a space between the interior surface of the mask module and at least the mouth when the mask is worn over the face;
• and
• a head module engaging the mask module, wherein the head module is configured to engage at least a portion of the head.