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Sunscreen is a summer (or, let's be honest, year-round) staple, but the logistics of it can make it a hassle. For one, transporting large tubes of the stuff risks greasy leaks all over your beach bag; plus, getting it onto a squirming child is easier said than done. Enter: the Solar Buddy. This refillable sunscreen applicator is an Amazon best-seller with over 3,400 five-star reviews—and we can see why.
Here's how it works: Squeeze the cream sunblock of your choice (stay away from sprays or oils, as they may leak) into the storage side, give it a quick shake, then use the roller side to apply it to the skin. It has a sponge for easy application, and its chunky design makes it a cinch for tiny hands to grip so they can do it themselves. It's never too early to teach your little ones about sun protection, after all.
"I never thought a Facebook viral item would be so valuable," writes one reviewer. "It's so easy to use and way easier than trying to use aerosols which can cause allergic reactors and creams that go on one spot thick and refuse to spread evenly. This thing is great and the cap clicks on great to be mess free."
Currently, it retails for around $16 for a single bottle or $24 for a pack of two. They come in multiple colors—which is handy if you have multiple children, so you can designate each their own signature hue—and per the manufacturer's website, are BPA-free with an anti-bacterial coating. If you're someone who hates spray-on sunscreens (or just the mess of regular squeeze bottles), it's a serious game-changer. One reviewer even notes the product works with thicker formulas: "Filled a buddy with Banana Boat #30, which is a rather thick lotion," they explain. "Had to shake it down periodically but it applied easily and evenly. No leaks, no messy hands!"
Technically, Solar Buddies are designed for children, but the convenient 100 ml size means they're TSA-approved for carry-ons. In other words: Frequent travelers of all ages should snap one up before their next summer getaway.
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Elly Leavitt is a fashion and luxury commerce editor at Hearst covering fashion, design, and more across multiple brands. You can probably find her in line at Trader Joe's. You will never find her at SoulCycle.
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