Have you ever bought a new scuba diving mask and you're constantly having to flood it with water to try to defog the lenses? It can hamper your dive and become very unpleasant.
There are many ways to stop a mask from fogging up, but we have chosen to give you the safest and most effective method… toothpaste!
Follow the steps below to remove the manufacturer's silicone film from the lenses.
CONTENTS:
Step 1
Apply a small amount of toothpaste to the inside of each mask lens. Any brand of toothpaste will do. Apply an equal amount to both lenses.
Step 2
Rub the toothpaste into both lenses using your thumbs until they are completely covered. Continue rubbing for no less than 10 minutes.
Step 3
Leave your mask overnight so the toothpaste can break down the silicone film on the lenses.
Step 4
Rinse off the toothpaste thoroughly with fresh water. Make sure you rinse all the little grooves around the lenses, as any residue left behind can cause eye irritation from the mint in the toothpaste.
Step 5
Just before your dive, apply a small amount of anti-fog gel to the inside of the lenses, or rub your saliva around them, then rinse briefly and immediately place the mask on your face. This creates a thin film that prevents fogging throughout the dive.
Written by Amy-Sarah Lottering