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• Method 1 of 2: Using DIY solutions to prevent fogging
• Method 2 of 2: Using commercial options to keep your goggles clear
• Tips

It can be frustrating that your swimming goggles or goggles keep fogging up. Fortunately, there are a few easy ways to get rid of fogging quickly. If you have goggles, you can use spit as a quick fix or buy an anti-fog spray to get rid of the problem completely. If you have scuba gear, consider burning off the foil to keep your goggles from fogging, and for other goggles, try choosing an air permeable, anti-fog design.

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Method 1 of 2: Using DIY solutions to prevent fogging

1. Splash cold water on your face to slow down condensation. By reducing the temperature difference between the outside of your glasses and your face, you may be able to reduce the amount of condensation that forms on the lenses. Splash a little bit of cold water on your face 4 or 5 times before putting on your glasses to cool your face.
   • While this may work at the time, it is not a good long-term solution. If this problem persists, consider investing in a different pair of glasses.
2. Rub a little bit of spit on the inside of the glasses as an inexpensive solution. Just before you put on your glasses, you spit a little in each lens. Use a finger to lightly spread the spit around the glass until they are both covered and a film has built up that can reduce condensation.
   • While this is not a long-term method of preventing fogging in your glasses, it is one of the most effective methods at no cost. Use this technique if you don't want your glasses to fog up for a short time.
3. Try to use baby shampoo or other liquid soap to avoid condensation. Put a drop of liquid soap on your finger and rub it around the lenses of your swimming or work goggles. Dip the glasses in some clean water without chlorine and wash off the soap. A very small amount of soap left behind will prevent condensation from forming on the plastic.
   • Make sure to wash the excess soap out of the glasses before putting them on to avoid getting soap in your eyes. Using baby shampoo or something similar can also help, as it will hurt less if you get it in your eyes.
   • Instead of soap, you can thin a little bit of shaving cream over each glass. Make sure to rinse again to avoid minty gel getting into your eyes while swimming.
4. Rub a sliced ​​potato over your glasses to repel water. Cut a small piece of a potato so that the pulp is exposed. Rub this over the lenses of your glasses to build a thin layer of protection that works to repel water and keep moisture from sticking. Wash the lenses in clean water to remove visible residue.
   • While this may work for plastic lenses, it is usually most effective on glass lenses.
5. Clean your swimming goggles with toothpaste and a toothbrush. Put a little bit of toothpaste on the inside of your glasses. With a clean damp toothbrush, spread the toothpaste slightly and scrub the inside of the lenses lightly. Then rinse your goggles in clean water without chlorine to remove any toothpaste left behind.
   • The slight abrasion of the toothbrush and toothpaste will remove the protective film on the lenses and also clean them thoroughly.A thin film of toothpaste remains and can prevent condensation from building up on the lenses.

Method 2 of 2: Using commercial options to keep your goggles clear

1. Choose an anti-fog spray or anti-fog wipes as a long-term solution. If you don't like putting spit or soap in your glasses or you find these methods don't work long enough, you can also buy anti-fog products. You should always follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer, but here are some products and the recommended way to use them.
   • Spray a little anti-fog spray on the inside of your lenses. Use a clean cloth to rub it over each lens before rinsing them. This will remove any excess spray and leave a thin film on the inside of your glasses.
   • Take one anti-fog cloth from the package and use it to wipe both lenses off your glasses.
2. Choose goggles that are further from your face to prevent fogging. The biggest cause of goggles or masks fogging up is moisture from your breath or face that gets heated and trapped in your glasses. Look for glasses with better ventilation or that are further away from your face to reduce the amount of moisture and heat that can build up on your glasses.
3. Buy anti-fog goggles as an easy solution. There are several swimming and diving goggles that have a pre-applied layer that prevents condensation. Look at your local sporting goods store for glasses that read "anti-fogging" or similar to easily reduce condensation.
4. Burn away the protective film on the inside of your mask. Diving masks are often made with a thin protective film on the inside of the glasses where condensation easily builds up. Hold a lighter about 5 cm from the lenses and move it back and forth to reach the entire surface of the lens. Let the glasses dry on their own before rinsing them.
   • Avoid burning or melting silicone, rubber, or plastic insulation around the rim of the glasses, as they may not be waterproof after that.
   • If you're not comfortable doing it yourself, your local dive shop may be able to burn your goggles for you.

Tips

• Try not to touch the inside of your glasses with your fingers, as this will transfer oil and dirt to the lenses, which can leave smudges.
• If you're swimming in a chlorinated pool, rinse your goggles with clean water when you're done. The chlorine will make the thin film on your glasses disappear faster, so you will have to apply more soap or anti-fog spray much more often.
• Keep your goggles as dry as possible when you are not using them. Any moisture trapped in the lenses will become condensation the next time you go for a swim.
• Try to avoid putting your goggles on your forehead while swimming, as this will get more moisture on the inside of your glasses.