Hair and mask problems?

[syourczek]

I have layered curly shoulder length hair. My suggestion would be to put what you can in a low ponytail. then take the rest of it and put it in a barret on top of your head. it works great. of course you'll get a few that never will stay in place but that's what we get for managing curly hair.
Hope this helps,
Syourczek

 

[ladycute1]

I just wanted to post an update to my current hair and mask technique. I have really long (waist length) hair. I now put it in a pony tail and then fold the ponytail up and secure it on the upper back of my head with a barrett. (I use relatively cheap plain barrettes -- sometimes I can find them in thrift stores -- so I can just throw them away when they start to get too corroded from the salt water) I use a neoprene strap wrapper on my mask strap. I position the strap so that it covers the barrett. I find that that combination holds the mask in place and also keeps my hair from getting too knotted. Finally, I use a neoprene covered snorkle keeper to attach my snorkle to the mask strap... that eliminates the problem of the fine hairs getting tangled in the snorkle keeper.

Happy Diving,

Liz

 

[scbababe]

Pony-tail or braid, ever since I've been diving I wear a beanie hood made of a light neoprene with a velcro under chin strap. It protects my hair from the sea elements as well as some of the issues posted here. Never had problem with mask adjustments. Mine is from deep sea. I've had mine for 2.5 years and it still looks fairly new. I do not dive without it! and I highly recommend it.

 

[Xena Warrior Diver]

I have unusually long hair (down to my thighs) and all I do is put my hair into one thick braid over to my left side, but I let it float freely. I've tried putting it the wet suit, but that's just uncomfortable to me.

 

[Sue-ba]

My hair is mid-back length. It is all in layers. I have struggled with this too but after so long, it just becomes a nuisance that I do not even think about too much anymore. I do wear a ponytail for the bulk of the hair--not as much hair flying everywhere. The little pieces still float around and do get in the mask, do get tangled etc.

I have just decided that I love to dive inspite of these little minor inconveniences.

On my last dive trip, I did see a guy with a bandana type head cover. It was like what Harley riders wear. We have a couple for motorcycle riding and I actually thought I would like to try one sometime, could probably make one out of more water friendly fabric. Anyone else know what I am talking about? :06:

 

[Diver_Gurl82]

This is what I got for my mask...It works really well!

http://www.diversdirect.com/scripts...?Item=4708&Template=CONVERT240CONVRT&Group=34

 

[Mako Mark]

If I can chip in here ladies, here are some suggestions.

Slap strap

lycra hood. If it is too warm for a neoprene hood.

normal Baseball cap (yep they even work underwater). I wear one for sun protection, but I have seen ladies use them for hair control.

 

[Turtle Gal]

Here is another one to check out www.Dee-rags.com I haven't used one myself but others on SB say it works.Ive checked out Dee's site and there is plenty of colors to pick from.Hope this info helps? Turtle Gal

 

[bsquyres]

I have short hair, so don't have much of a problem keeping it out of the way. I do use a bandanna to cove my head when I am out of the water. It can be folded in a triangle and works just like the "Dee Rag", but doesn't cost you $15 +. Save your money, go to walmart or wherever and by one for about $1 to $4, they come in lots of colors and designs. Also, think of this, when you surface and take your mask off, the bandanna can come off completely, unless it is tied so tight that you loose blood circulation. It does work though.

By the way, I make these for my husband to wear at work and they don't cost $15 to make -- more like $5 and that is with a double layer of fabric.

 

[Damselfish]

Light neoprene beanie with the chin strap works well for hair control and a little extra warmth is a bonus. I have one of the lycra hoods but don't really like it, it reminds me too much of a real hood which I can't stand. The beanie doesn't bother me.