Personal skin care set (part 2/2)

This two-part series covers everything you need in a personal skin care set for climbing. Part 2 focuses on a climber’s first aid kit, foot care tools, recovery & circulation, and a quick reference guide.

First aid kit

A first aid kit should compact, lightweight, and built for climbers. The kit should contain the following tools for climbers:

• Alcohol wipes
• Climbing finger tape
• Wound pads
• Bandage scissors
• Cold pack
• Survival blanket
• Instructions for basic wound care

Foot care tools

Don’t ignore your feet: climbing shoes create pressure, sweat, and skin stress just like handholds.

KletterRetter foot cream

• Soothes dry heels and reduces cracking
• Contains urea for fast rehydration of dry and cracked skin
• Ideal for post-session use, especially after long days in tight shoes
• Helps prevent skin breakdown and odour issues

KletterRetter foot file

• For keeping calluses and cracked skin smooth

Bonus tip: Use SmellWell inserts in your climbing shoes to absorb moisture and keep your shoes dry and fresh.

Recovery and circulation

PowerFingers

• Resistance rings for antagonist and finger training
• Use for warm-ups, rehab, or injury prevention
• Choose from 5 resistance levels: Rehab, Mobility, Strength, Endurance, Max Power
• Also supports blood flow for faster skin recovery

KletterRetter acupressure rings

• Roll over each finger for 2–5 minutes
• Stimulates circulation and blood flow in fingers
• Ideal after cold outdoor sessions or tough bouldering days

Quick reference guide

Even though every climber’s skin is different, we’ve put together a quick reference table for you, so you can see what a basic kit should include.

Useful tip: Pack your skin care products into a small wash bag, so you have everything in the same place when you need it