Innovative Design Trends in Dive Masks

diving mask trends

Carrie Garcia

Super Silicone
Skirt material technology is advancing rapidly, making some high-end masks softer, more supple and ultimately more capable of creating an effective and comfortable seal. Great examples are the Mares X-Vu Liquidskin and Cressi Big Eyes Evolution Crystal.

Next-Level Lenses
Mirrored lenses are becoming more functional than ever, cutting glare and advancing style. See this in the Scubapro Spectra Mirrored and Tusa Visio Pro.

Big-Time View
By creating a longer profile, downward vision is enhanced, adding to a mask’s overall field of view. Our picks are the Cressi Big Eyes Evolution Crystal and Sherwood Scuba Allure.

High-Tech Glass
All quality dive masks use tempered glass, but some up the performance ante with enhanced optics that promote better light transfer for increased vision. Check out the Tusa Visio Pro and Atomic Aquatics Venom.

Cranial Comfort
Some brands have refined strap systems that adjust at a single, rear-mounted unit, or developed swiveling buckles for a more customized fit. See this in the Tilos Hawk Eyes and Aqua Lung Venture+.

60:Second ScubaLab - IST SPORTS MP206 CHAMELEON MASK

The MP206 Chameleon mask from IST Sports is made from a liquid-injected, hypoallergenic silicone that is soft and supple, resulting in a skirt that offers comfort as well as a watertight fit.

60:Second ScubaLab - IST SPORTS - MP204 SPEAR MASK

IST’s MP204 Spear mask, with its low-volume dual-lens design, provides an expansive view of the underwater world. The soft, supple skirt is made from high-quality silicone and features a double-sealing system for a comfortable, watertight fit. The strap buckles swivel so you can dial in a good fit. They also fold in against the frame, presenting a low packing profile for traveling.

60:Second ScubaLab - Cressi Frameless Mask

Cressi’s frameless mask is lightweight, low volume and offers a compact profile. Its flared single window lens provides good field of view, including over the bridge of the nose. The silicone skirt’s double seal system is effective in blocking water entry. Strap buckles attach directly to the skirt, allowing for lots of lateral movement, plus lets the mask fold flat for packing. The mask comes with a black or white skirt.

How to Find a Leak-Proof Scuba Mask Without Getting Wet

Buying your first scuba diving mask? Ideally, you'd be able to try various models on while in the water. If that's not practical or possible, follow our dry-fit tips for finding the mask that's perfect for your face.

60:Second ScubaLab - SCUBAPRO Spectra Trufit Mask

On Scubapro’s Spectra Trufit, narrow ribs molded into the ultra-soft silicone create a pliable skirt that molds to facial contours, creating an excellent seal on a variety of face shapes. Buckles attach to the skirt, enabling the mask to be folded flat for packing, and the dual-lens design offers good field of view. The frame is painted with a unique powder-coat effect in a choice of colors.