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Thinking About Scuba Diving? Why Your Land lover Friend Needs a Prescription Dive Mask

So, your friend has finally caught the scuba diving bug! They’re all set to float weightlessly amongst vibrant coral reefs and encounter fascinating marine life. That’s fantastic! But before they take the plunge, there’s one crucial piece of gear that shouldn’t be overlooked: a prescription dive mask (RX mask).

Here’s why an RX mask is essential for anyone ready to explore the depths:

Unforgettable Clarity: Diving into the underwater world should be breathtaking, not blurry. With a prescription diving mask, your friend will enjoy every detail in high definition—from the sparkling scales of a passing fish to the subtle movements of underwater plants. This clarity is not just about beauty; it's about transforming their dive into an unforgettable experience.

Safety and Confidence Underwater: Clear vision is crucial for safety while scuba diving. An RX diving mask ensures that your friend can easily navigate their surroundings, spot potential hazards, and effectively communicate with their dive buddy. It’s not just a tool—it’s a safety net.

Personalized and Hygienic: Sharing goggles or masks isn’t just awkward; it’s unsanitary. A personal prescription dive mask fits perfectly, feels comfortable, and keeps things hygienic. Say goodbye to borrowed, ill-fitting masks that can ruin an otherwise perfect dive.

Opens Up a New World: If blurry vision has been a barrier, an RX mask for snorkeling or scuba diving can open up a new world of hobbies. The right mask can turn a curious beginner into a passionate, lifelong enthusiast, eager to explore the seas.

Ensuring a Smooth Dive:

Choosing the Right Mask: Prescription masks vary, so it’s crucial to select one that matches your friend’s needs. Whether it’s an RX mask for snorkeling or a more robust RX diving mask for deep adventures, the right fit ensures comfort and clarity.

Up-to-Date Prescription: Encourage your friend to get their eyes checked to ensure their prescription is current. This step is key to achieving the best possible vision underwater.

Practice Makes Perfect: Practice using the new mask in controlled conditions like a swimming pool. This familiarity will pay off when they’re ready to tackle the open water.

By ensuring your friend is well-equipped with the right prescription mask for snorkeling or scuba diving, you’re not just enhancing their underwater experience—you’re also boosting their confidence and safety. Be the dive buddy everyone wishes they had, and help your friend see the underwater world as it was meant to be seen: in stunning, crystal-clear detail.

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How to Measure Your Face for a Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Mask

Buying a mask online can be tricky — so we built multiple ways to check fit and feel confident the seal will be just perfect.

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Measure Width

Outer eye corner to outer eye corner in a straight line (don’t wrap).

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Measure Height

From just under your nose to just above your eyebrow line.

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Optional: Head Size

Wrap a string around your hat line, mark, then measure. Use the table as a guide.

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Enter Your Sizes

Use our slider tool to enter your measurements & find your perfect fit.

How to measure your face for a prescription mask

Quick Face-Size Checker

Tips: use a straight ruler (don’t bend it), check in a mirror, or ask a friend to help.

3 Head-Size Checker (Optional)

Measure around the hat line (above ears/brows)

Head-Size to Mask-Size

Measure your head the same way you’d measure for a hat. Use a soft tailor’s tape (or wrap a piece of string/cord), around your head above the ears and just above the eyebrows, then read the length (or measure the string). Keep it level all the way around.

4 Enter Your Sizes
Use the slider to find your perfect fit!
Underwater Lens Calculator

Underwater, light bends differently and can make your usual prescription feel too strong.
We lower it slightly to prevent overmagnification and keep your vision clear. Step 1: Enter your prescription to determine your recommended underwater vision

Choose the sign first:
Use − for myopia, + for hyperopia.
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I can't believe these weren't expensive

I can't believe I let some years go by thinking that prescription masks must be super expensive. These aren't. I haven't used them yet, but just wearing them in the house and looking at objects that I know would be a little fuzzy at a distance, were incredibly sharp. Mask made of silicon is a plus.

ROBERT L.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
This worked beautifully

This was my first time snorkeling. I never went before because I can't see well without my glasses. Honestly, I was nervous about it. But, I didn't need to be. Everything worked really well. I could see. I could breathe. In the end, I had a blast.
Even the boat captain commented that it was a really nice set.

Denise B.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask

Worked great!

Kathy T.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
Allowed my daughter to snorkel and see everything!

My daughter has bad eyesight, -7.5 prescription. She doesnt do well with contacts so wears glasses all the time. Without them she cannot see 3 feet in front of herself. These were so easy to order, arrived quickly and allowed her to really enjoy our snorkel trip to St. Croix. They worked great, no issues with using them. Thank you so much for this!!

Brenda
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
Prescription goggles

We ordered a pair of prescription goggles for our trip to Hawaii and couldn’t be more pleased with our purchase. Shipping was quick and they worked great!

Audrey M.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
Comfy

I enjoy these and I can see with the Rx! The none water filling snorkel is great too!

Jana B.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
Tough prescription and they nailed it!

Super excited to be able to see fish in Hawaii! I tried it out in my pool and it works great. Higly recommend!

Jen M.
Rx Action Farsighted Prescription Dive Mask w/Cam Mount
Nice to see

Awesome mask and vision. Thanks

Gregory S.
Rx Action Nearsighted Prescription Dive Mask w/GoPro Mount - Black

I ordered this mask for my trip to Thailand, and it came I pretty fast! I ordered the white mask/fin/snorkle set and backpack to carry it all in, I felt so cute and everything worked so much better than the gear I would rent in the past. Thanks Ocean Optics! I love you guys and your mission.

Sage H.
Rx Lumix Prescription Snorkel/Dive Mask - Aluminum - White
Wonderful purchase

The goggles were a perfect fit and did not leak or fog as much after I took the steps they suggested to defog , my entire purchase was amazing from beginning to end. Highly recommend !

Allison G.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
Perfect

The mask is perfect, fits well and works great!

Robin B.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
I’ll finally be able to see!

We ordered three and we all can see great. Good quality. Only complaint one was supposed to have GoPro attachment and didn’t but did not have time to return before our trip. Other wise very happy.

Joanne V.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
Great!

They work great!

Brittany J.
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask
Fantastic!

The last time I went snorkeling (more than 10 years ago) I wore contacts. At age 65, glasses only. I thought I was done snorkeling, until I found these! They worked perfectly! I could see the fish. And at around 80 bucks for the mask and a breather tube, it's a bargain. They charge like $25 to rent them at the beaches when you go on a cruise (and it is gross using something that was in someone else's mouth!) I highly recommend these if you are near-sighted and want to snorkel.

GoBucksJoe
Rx Obsidian Nearsighted Prescription Snorkel & Scuba Dive Mask

Ecellent mask, i can finally see! Wow, im so happy i found this site!

Jewell S.
Rx Action Nearsighted Prescription Dive Mask w/GoPro Mount - Black

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