If you are planning to go snorkelling, you might want to go a little lighter on the makeup.
A snorkelling crew member recently showed the amount of foundation residue left behind on a mask, and explained why it can be troublesome to clean.
‘Normal makeup is okay’
In the video, the crew member could be seen washing the mask with soap and pointing out the foundation marks stuck to its silicone edges.
He reminded women joining snorkelling trips not to apply their makeup too heavily but clarified that wearing makeup itself was not the problem.
Normal makeup is okay. But if it’s like this, washing it can make you want to cry,” he joked while continuing to scrub the mask.
He then pointed to the residue and explained that it was foundation, adding that it was particularly tiring to clean once it had stuck onto the snorkelling equipment.
Equipment cleaned after every trip
Some viewers subsequently asked how often the equipment was cleaned, given that snorkelling masks are typically shared between different guests.
The crew member explained that the equipment is cleaned immediately after each day’s activities so that it is ready for the next group of visitors.
He added that cleaning the equipment, including the boats, is part of their daily routine.
The explanation appeared to reassure some viewers, with several praising the crew for keeping the shared equipment clean.
Netizens share their own experiences
Some suggested that the crew should start carrying makeup remover to make the cleaning process easier, with one commenter joking that a few swipes would probably get the foundation off.
One commenter recalled receiving snorkelling equipment at another location that appeared not to have been properly cleaned, with lipstick marks still visible on it.
The experience, they said, immediately ruined their mood to snorkel.
Some viewers also raised concerns about excessive cosmetic products entering the sea.
