Masks: Rule 1 No smiling allowed...

[Anna C]

So, I have issues with my masks when I smile underwater. One solution is dont smile hahahaha, right . So does anyone have any good experiences with masks that dont leak when they smile, or maybe any suggestions??

 

[rmannix]

I never smile.

 

[aboalreem]

I never smile either....I always laugh.........
Water in the mask is a normal issue, just make sure you have the right mask size that fits your face just right.

 

[tstormdiver]

And I thought that that was just part of the charm of a mask. I laugh & grin at almost everything, so I just put up with the leaks.

 

[spectrum]

It's almost inevitable to leak when most divers smile.

If the leak overwhelms the joy then you need to get more comfortable with having water in your mask and then clearing it.

Pete

 

[kidspot]

What Pete said

Aloha, Tim

 

[Sue-ba]

So, I have issues with my masks when I smile underwater. One solution is dont smile hahahaha, right . So does anyone have any good experiences with masks that dont leak when they smile, or maybe any suggestions??

Botox baby, that is the answer. Tighten the old face up and smiling becomes a rare event.

Good Diving,

Dave

 

[CompuDude]

If you wear a regular mask and smile, folds in the skin near your mouth guarantee a leak in ANY mask that seals along that area of you face.

If you need to smile and can't tolerate a short-term leak and then clear it, a full face mask is really your only option.

Of course, then no one can see your smile.

Ain't life grand?

 

[jd950]

Everyone who already responded has more experience than me, but none of these were suggested:

Glue?

Silicone sealer like they use on aquariums?

Duct tape?

Always think about work while diving to cut down on smiles?

Let me know how these work out. I have just learned to live with the small amounts of water and have made peace with it. It helps prevent fogging and dilutes the nose slime.

 

[300bar]

KEEP SMILING