Product Review: Sea to Summit Wilderness Wipes

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What Is it: Sea to Summit Wilderness Wipes, available on Amazon or Sea to Summit’s website refreshing wipes for when you can’t get a shower.

Pros:

No water required
Removes sweat and odors
pH balanced for human skin
Compostable
Contains aloe vera and vitamin E

Cons:

Resealable package doesn’t always reseal all that well—you may want to keep these in a zip-top bag to prevent drying out.

How it Rates:

Usefulness: 10/10. Perfect for camping or the beach (or anywhere that you don’t have access to clean water)

Value: 9/10. The wipes are currently on sale on Amazon for $3.95 for a 12 pack.

Portability: 10/10. Comes in a large or compact size.

Cool Factor: 9/10. Smelling fresh and looking clean is definitely cool!

Final Verdict: Pack these for camping or beach trips and feel refreshed, even after a long hot day.

(Photo: Sea To Summit)

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