Using Skin Care Products with Adventure Watches

Repeated exposure to products skin care products used while golfing or hiking such as bug sprays (DEET), sunscreen, or hand lotions may cause damage to a watch's band and lead to premature failure. If you must use skin care products, always allow your skin to fully absorb the product before putting your watch on and never apply product while wearing your watch. Doing so will reduce the amount of harmful chemicals being transferred to your watch band. 

Additionally, it is important to clean your watch and band anytime your skin comes in contact with skin care products, dirt, sweat, and chemicals. Keeping your watch and band clean will help prolong the life of your watch, and help prevent possible skin irritation. 

For more information on caring for your band, see our band care guide -  Wear and Care Tips for Garmin Watches