
Have you ever returned home from a hike or trail run with a red face and burning skin even though it was overcast? Perhaps you even put on a little sunscreen before you went out, and still your skin is smarting. If it was windy out and you were outdoors for a long time, you could have got yourself some windburn. Read on to find out what windburn is and how to prevent it the next time you’re planning on getting your best hiking boots or trail running shoes out for an adventure in an exposed area.