Snorkel tours are an unforgettable and thrilling experience. You won’t want to miss a moment of the incredible scenery, especially due to a preventable annoyance, like a foggy mask. Here’s how to keep your field of view fog-free. 

3 Tips for Clearing Your Snorkel Mask

1. Clean It

Place a small dot of toothpaste on a toothbrush and gently scrub the inside and outside of the lenses, then rinse it thoroughly with hot water. Repeat this process as needed, and avoid touching the lenses since your fingers can transfer oil.

If you have non-glass lenses, cleanse them with dish soap and a soft rag or brush. Bring these items with you on a snorkel tour to clean the mask quickly before diving in.

2. Create an Anti-Fog Solution

You can make an inexpensive yet effective anti-fog solution at home with a few simple ingredients. Combine 15 drops of baby shampoo with water in a small spray bottle, then shake to mix. Coat the lenses with the solution, rinse the mask with fresh or salted water, shake off the excess, and quickly put on the mask. Bring the solution with you on snorkel tours so that you can use it as often as needed.

3. Burn the Lenses

Masks occasionally develop a thin layer of silicone grease that prevents effective cleaning. To address this problem, dive shops can use a lighter or matches to carefully burn off the layer. It’s best to trust a professional with this process since it’s easy to burn your mask accidentally.

 

Once you’ve de-fogged your mask, schedule a snorkel tour with Banzai Divers Hawaii in Honolulu. These professionals will guide you through Oahu’s waters and take you to the most exciting underwater areas to see stunning coral reefs and vibrant marine life. Get more information about the activity online, or call (808) 462-8290 to schedule an adventure.