When you’re out on the trail, whatever kind of trail it is (even if it’s on the beer trail), sunscreen is your best hiking buddy! Okay, well, your water bottle keeps you hydrated and that is pretty dang good. Yes and your boots/trail shoes protect your feet, but sunscreen? It’s out there saving your skin – literally.
The sun can be brutal, turning a peaceful walk into a sunburn festival. Nobody wants to peel like a lizard after a beautiful day outdoors!
Sunscreen keeps those harmful UV rays from baking your skin, which means fewer wrinkles, less sunburn, and best of all, a lower risk of skin cancer.
And let’s not forget the immediate benefits – no more awkward tan lines or that “lobster red” look in your summit photos!
Here’s a list of the top five sunscreens that hikers commonly use, selected for their high SPF, sweat resistance, and durability in outdoor conditions:
1. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen SPF 70
Why hikers love it: It offers high SPF protection, absorbs quickly, and leaves a lightweight, matte finish. It’s also water-resistant, which is essential for sweaty hikes.
Key features: Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection, non-greasy formula, and water resistance for up to 80 minutes.
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