Do you want to be the next Rey Mysterio? You better start looking for a new wrestling mask to wear. Most masks cater to the Mexican lucha libre tradition; Mexican wrestlers of this variety are called "luchadores." There are a wide variety of Mexican facemasks for sale, in all sorts of sizes, shapes and colors. Masks have been used in Mexican wrestling over the last century, and they seem to be inspired by the masks worn by the ancient Aztecs into battle. The masks are an important part of lucha libre fighting; most luchador masks for sale are meant to resemble different creatures or mythic personalities. When looking for a luchador facemask, it is important to choose one that will benefit your wrestling persona.



If you are wrestling as a heel, you will be looking for different features and qualities than someone who is wrestling as a face. When looking at different masks, you will no doubt want one that looks more sinister and intimidating. If you are looking for something that is more suitable for a face persona, you will want a design with vibrant colors that captures the crowd's attention rather than scaring them. Also, when searching, it is easy to find masks that resemble famous luchadores such as Blue Demon, or El Santo. You can find a some lower quality masks for a humorous effect, like those in the Jack Black comedy, Nacho Libre. Also, there are many facemasks for sale for children. These masks are usually more lighthearted and playful than the adult versions. Of course children should only be using wrestling attire for costume and not for actual fighting.



With the rising popularity of wrestling around the word, it is possible to find new styles that draw upon many other wrestling traditions. Although still mostly steeped in the Mexican Luchador tradition, there are more and more designs that draw upon an Asian influence. Some of these new masks you'll see for sale can be very ornate, decorated with everything from sequins to devil horns. If you are interested in using this stuff to actually wrestle in, it is important to choose a mask that will be safe for both you and your opponent.