Web timer for 20 seconds
Stay beside your snorkelling gear while the mask soaks, then use 20 seconds to rinse away loosened sand and saltwater after a reef swim. Keep the frame over a basin or rinse bucket, moving it gently so fresh water reaches the skirt, lenses, and strap without splashing anyone preparing nearby.
Because you remain with the mask, keep the countdown visible while you rinse and avoid closing its tab or browser. Closing either may stop the page, so there may be no signal when the rinse should end. If you need another screen, leave this one open and return your attention to the mask and running water.
As you finish the rinse, warn nearby swimmers that a signal is about to sound, especially on a quiet banca or at a crowded island wash area. Keep the volume only high enough for you to hear over the water. When it sounds, lift the mask, check the folds for trapped grit, and let excess water drain where it will not wet someone else’s towel or dry gear.
Frequently asked questions
Should the reef mask rinse run longer if fine sand is still caught under the skirt?
Yes. Continue briefly while gently flexing the skirt under fresh water, then inspect it again. A rinse bucket shared after a Philippine beach or island stop can collect sand, so clean running water may clear the folds more reliably.
What if the mask looks clean before the countdown ends?
Stop rinsing and let it drain; extra splashing is unnecessary. Silence the signal before handling other gear so it does not disturb people beside you.
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