I don't think there is a good way to make what looks like a health mask being removed work well, no matter the explanation given. It just looks bad in the current environment, especially with the mask being tossed off onto the floor. Even if in your mind it is to make eating more enjoyable, it is still discarding something meant to protect health for enjoyment, which is very irresponsible.
Here is a screenshot of one of the red buttons.
