Because no one wants to bring the beach back into their car, kitchen, or couch.
Beach days are the best kind of messy. Between the sun, saltwater, and endless snacks, it’s easy to overlook just how many things get covered in sand, sunscreen, food residue—and germs. But if you want to skip the post-beach chaos (and protect your skin, home, and gear), having the right wipes on hand makes all the difference.
Whether you're headed to a local shore or planning a full-on beach vacation, here are five things to clean before the mess gets tracked inside.
1. Hands and Faces—Especially After Sunscreen and Snacks
Sunscreen, sweat, and sticky fingers are a recipe for clogged pores and irritation—especially in the summer heat. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers can dry skin out even more and aren’t designed to remove dirt or oils.
Why it matters:
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Alcohol-free wipes (like SONO Hand Wipes) are gentle on skin but still powerful enough to remove germs, food residue, and sunscreen buildup.
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Safe for kids, faces, and sensitive skin areas.
Pro Tip: Stash a travel pack of SONO Wipes in your beach bag for a quick refresh before snack time or reapplying SPF.
2. Toys, Buckets, and Shovels
Sand is like glitter—it gets everywhere. And when beach toys sit in the trunk, garage, or patio without being wiped down, that sand turns into a breeding ground for bacteria.
What to do:
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Wipe down all surfaces with a disinfecting wipe before storing them.
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Pay close attention to grip handles and crevices—bacteria loves moisture and organic buildup.
Want more on this? We’ve also covered tips for cleaning kid zones in our Shared Space Hygiene blog.
3. Coolers and Snack Bags
Spilled juice. Leaky yogurt tubes. Melty chocolate. Your cooler goes through a lot—and if you’re not wiping it out after every use, it can start to smell (and harbor germs).
How to clean it properly:
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Use a disinfecting wipe that’s food-contact safe once dry (like SONO Wipes).
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Wipe interior walls, handles, and the underside of the lid, where condensation collects.
Bonus: SONO Wipes don’t leave behind strong chemical smells or sticky residue.
4. Phone Screens, Sunglasses, and Keys
These are the things we touch constantly and almost never clean—especially at the beach. Phones especially tend to collect sunscreen, sand, and bacteria from picnic tables or shared spaces.
Quick tip:
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Use an alcohol-free, streak-free wipe on electronic devices and lenses.
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Let air dry—no need to scrub or rinse.
5. Car Interiors (ASAP)
The trunk, door handles, center console, and seatbelt buckles are sand magnets. If you don’t wipe these areas down soon after you leave the beach, you’ll feel (and see) the grit for weeks.
What to clean:
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Seat edges, cup holders, buttons, and steering wheels
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Any place you handled while still sandy or sunscreened
You can learn more about summer travel cleaning in our Road Trip Hygiene Guide.
Why SONO Wipes Are Ideal for Beach Cleanups
Not all wipes are made for both skin and surfaces. SONO Wipes are:
✅ Alcohol-free and gentle for hands and faces
✅ Disinfecting for coolers, toys, and tables
✅ Safe on electronics and delicate finishes
✅ Conveniently packaged for beach bags and glove compartments
Bottom line?
You don’t need a deep clean after a beach day—you just need the right wipes in the right places. Clean as you go, and you won’t spend your evening vacuuming sand out of the carpet or scrubbing down your cooler.
