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Solar Buddies

Solar Buddies - One Sunscreen Applicator

Solar Buddies - One Sunscreen Applicator

Regular price $24.95 NZD
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The Solar Buddies are the world’s first child-friendly, refillable sunscreen applicators.  Apply sunscreen the easy way, with less mess and no waste. Not just for kids, adults including tradies and sportspeople love it too as no sunscreen gets on your hands.

Your toddler will think this is the best invention since solid food! The Solar Buddies Sun Cream Applicator will make putting on sun cream a fun task before outdoor adventures. It is simple for children to apply on their own, making it ideal for holiday's, day trips, nursery or school. And because it's compact and lightweight, kids can easily carry it around in their a little day packs and school bags. Its reusable, so just top up with your own sunscreen and your ready to go.  The best part is, no messy hands as the sponge distributes the sunscreen evenly over your skin.

Please read the FAQ in relation to this product and the products recommendations before purchasing.

Includes: One Solar Buddies Applicator.

To use, simply unscrew the head, fill with your favourite sunscreen, pop the lid back on and you’re good to go! It really is that simple!

Solar Buddies work with most sunscreens. We advise not to use oily or watery type sunscreens (e.g Sprays and Nivea brand) as they can leak. For us conventional sunscreens from ‘squeezy’ bottles work best. Thicker creams can work but may need a little help getting to a roller ball. Try the 'ketchup shake' to help it out. Don't forget to wash the sponge frequently with warm soapy water and if you are not planning on using for a while clean it all out!

Important information:

The lifespan of the heads depends on how it is used and cared for. We recommend the Solar Buddies are cleaned after the vessel becomes empty (see this article for more information why it is important to clean your Solar Buddie). The heads need to be washed on a more regular basis to stop the head becoming clogged with sunscreen. Do not leave the Solar Buddie in direct sunlight or temperatures that exceed 30C. If in extreme heat keep your Solar Buddies in a shaded place. Do not use sunscreens high in alcohol as this can affect the adhesive. If all directions are followed the Solar Buddies can last in excess of 6-8 weeks. We have always managed to get at least 4-5 months out of each sponge caring for the Solar Buddie as directed. Sponges can be purchased separately.

Fit and features:

  • Wide neck makes it easy to fill and clean
  • Rollerball makes it easy for young children to apply
  • Allows you to use your preferred sunscreen
  • Ideal for nursery or school
  • Holds 100ml
  • Sunscreen not included


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Rachel Dippie
Great for sensory issues

I bought this for my daughter as she loves a roll on sunblock and this is refillable. She loves it and enjoys that the sponge spreads out the sunblock.

It definitely would be great for anyone with sensory issues who doesn’t like touching sunblock with their hands

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Kelly Waite
Fantastic

Such a great product, wish we had known about these so we could have gotten one sooner!

Highly recommend

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Julia Breuer
Great product

This was recommended to me and so pleased I bought it. Means I can send my daughter to school with sunscreen for her sensitive skin confident she can apply it herself. Definitely recommend.

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Yvie McDermott
Lifesaver

It’s almost impossible putting sunscreen on my toddlers face without a fight - this has been so handy, especially around the eyes and ears. Will definitely be getting more for the family.

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Katrina McHaffie
Solar buddies awesomest

Easy to use and clean, no messy little hands going on things! This Grandma is happy