Gifts for Hikers
Clean, small-batch tallow balms sized for a daypack. Bug and tick protection, after-bite relief, sun and lip care, and a magnesium butter for tired legs. The small things a hiker forgets to pack, wrapped and ready to give.
Bug & Tick RepellentKeep ticks and mosquitoes off without DEET. A tallow balm that swipes on clean and won't melt in a pack.Shop now →
Trail ReliefFor the bites that get through. Jewelweed and plantain calm the itch from bugs and poison ivy, no cortisone.Shop now →
Sun Balm 10%Mineral zinc for exposed miles. A tallow sun balm for the face, ears, and back of the neck.Shop now →
Hand Repair CreamRope, rock, and cold crack up hands fast. This tallow hand cream sinks in and holds through the day.Shop now →
Peppermint Lip BalmWind and sun leave lips raw. Tallow and egg yolk oil stay put longer than waxy balms, with a cool peppermint finish.Shop now →
Sleep TightThe reward for tired legs. Magnesium-infused tallow butter to unwind aching muscles at camp or back home.Shop now →
The kit that earns its place in the pack
Every hiker deserves skincare that keeps up. Beef tallow is close to skin's own oils, so it absorbs clean and holds up outdoors. No DEET, no synthetic fragrance, no grease.
Start with Hiker's Friend to keep bugs and ticks off, then Trail Relief for the bites that get through. Add zinc Sun Balm, a hand cream for rope-worn palms, and a lip balm for wind and sun. Sleep Tight butter is the reward for tired legs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you give a hiker who already has all the gear?
Skincare they will actually use. Bug balm, after-bite relief, and sun and lip care are the small things people forget to pack.
Is the bug balm really DEET-free?
Yes. Hiker's Friend uses a tallow base with plant oils, no DEET and no aerosol propellant.
Will these melt or leak in a pack?
No. They are solid balms in twist-up tubes and tins, made to ride in a pack without spilling.
What helps after a bug bite or poison ivy?
Trail Relief. Jewelweed, plantain, and colloidal oatmeal calm the itch without steroids.
Are the sizes travel-friendly?
Yes. Every piece is small enough for a daypack, purse, or glovebox.



