Right, they fared better... oops, no they didn't. What "science" do you have", mr/mrs. scientism of belief?

You want to know what the only randomised trial on masks showed for reducing respiratory viral infections? Here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4420971/

Penetration of cloth masks by particles was almost 97%

It's better for N95 masks. Wear an N95 mask and get better inhaling protection. But if you're infected your exhaled breath is going to be putting it out without any filter. Enjoy breathing for long times with that on ;)