By

Amelia Jerden,

the Strategist’s sleep writer, covering mattresses, pillows, and more.

She has been writing about sleep products since 2021, previously as a staff writer for Sleepopolis.

Summer is here and — particularly for someone like me who tries to spend as much time outdoors as possible when it’s warm — that means it’s time for more sunscreen than usual. I normally avoid spray sunscreens in favor of lotions because sprays are usually aerosols (not great for the environment), the formulas tend to be sticky, and they’re difficult to apply thoroughly, especially on a windy beach. But I’ve always appreciated how convenient they are; they’re also helpful for getting your back and shoulders if you’re by yourself.