I've been swimming as long as I can remember. Swim Team, Lifeguard, the works. My Grandparents bought a house in Castro Valley with a pool and I swear we would spend all day in there swimming, only getting out to eat tuna sandwiches and Otter Pops. My Grandmother always said buying that house with the pool was the best decision as all of us Grandkids became strong swimmers.
My Wife is a strong swimmer also although she is claustrophobic. After going to Hawaii I found out the $$$$ I spent on a prescription dive mask was a bust. She just couldn't do it.
It was suggested to use a Full Face Snorkeling Mask and that saved the day. It really does make a difference if your swimming skills aren't as strong as you'd like or have claustrophobia issues...
https://www.amazon.com/Easybreath-Snorkeling-Anti-Fog-Microfiber-Turquoise/dp/B07RN1YYSM/?tag=full-face-snorkel-mask05-20