Body Glide
Original Anti Chafe Balm
Manufacturer list price (MSRP)
$10.99
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Overview
Body Glide is a deodorant-style balm stick that lays down an invisible dry barrier to stop chafing and blisters before they start. Gear-heads carry it because thigh, pack-strap, and heel chafe are the most preventable trip-ruiners in backpacking, and prevention weighs an ounce and a half.
Specs
- Brand
- Body Glide
- Weight
- 42 g · 1.5 oz
- Type
- Anti-chafe and anti-blister balm stick (deodorant-style applicator)
- Formula
- Petroleum-free, made with plant-derived, allergen-free ingredients
- Item Volume
- 1.5 fluid ounces
- Item Weight
- 2.4 ounces
- Material Features
- Plant-Based
- Material Type Free
- Gluten Free, Lanolin Free, Paraben Free, Phthalate Free, Sulfate Free, Talc Free
- Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎
- 5 x 1.5 x 7 inches; 2.4 ounces
- Size
- 1.5 oz stick
Weight vs. category
This product1.5 oz
Category average4.9 oz
70% lighter than the category average.
Our verdict
Body Glide Original Anti Chafe Balm is listed in the First Aid & Repair category. Its listed weight is 70% lighter than the category average. The manufacturer list price is $10.99.
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Manufacturer list price (MSRP)
$10.99