Running partners generally have two pursuits:

Slimness and longevity! Slimness is for health and beauty, and longevity is for increasing the length of life.

Ultraviolet rays are a challenge to beauty. Darkening is just the surface; prolonged exposure to UV rays can accelerate skin aging and, in severe cases, cause skin cancer.

With the arrival of summer and the scorching sun, the damage from UV rays becomes even greater. Marathon, as an intense outdoor sport, is not only a challenge to physical fitness but also to the skin. Therefore, sun protection measures must be taken seriously.

Most sunscreen products on the market are designed for daily activities, such as commuting or shopping, which involve short-term exposure to sunlight. For activities like marathons, which involve prolonged sun exposure and a lot of sweating, the effectiveness of these products may be significantly reduced. So, how should marathon runners choose and correctly use sunscreen products?

First, runners should understand and interpret the various labels on sunscreen products. For example, the SPF value does not indicate the strength of sun protection but rather the multiple of time the sunscreen can protect against UV rays. Simply put, SPF1 equals 15 minutes of protection, so SPF30 can last about 6-7 hours, and so on.

There are two types of rays that affect our skin: UVA and UVB. Therefore, the main focus of sun protection is the product's UVA and UVB values. UVB affects the skin's surface, causing redness (erythema) in a short time and damaging skin cells, also known as vacation UV rays. UVA penetrates deeper into the skin. Although its effects are slower, it is 15 times more potent than UVB, causing long-term loss of skin elasticity. It can penetrate common barriers and even reach the skin on cloudy days, hence also called daily UV rays. Therefore, even on cloudy days, marathon runners should take sun protection measures.

For marathons, which involve prolonged sun exposure and heavy sweating, sunscreen products should not only have high-intensity and long-lasting sun protection but also be gentle on the skin, waterproof, sweat-resistant, and easy to reapply.

I recommend a sports sunscreen that I have been using—Mentholatum Sunplay Super Cool UV Spray, also known asMentholatumSunplay Super Cool Spray!

It offers 80 minutes of water and sweat resistance, making it very convenient. You don't have to worry about sweat affecting the sunscreen's effectiveness. Amazingly, it can be sprayed directly on sweaty skin! It forms a protective film, so sweating won't affect the sun protection!

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    Before exercising, just spend a few seconds spraying it on, which is perfect for lazy people like me!
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    With SPF 40 PA+++, it can easily handle various outdoor activities without the fear of getting tanned. Wear shorts and short sleeves, and enjoy a worry-free summer. Whether it's outdoor fun during a long weekend or daily training runs, you can still stay fair-skinned with this product.
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    Moreover, the unique spray texture of Mentholatum Sunplay Super Cool Spray feels very dry on the skin and is not sticky at all! Before discovering this, I had used many other sunscreen products. I couldn't stand those that left a white cast and felt heavy after application. This Super Cool Spray is breathable and won't clog pores, so you don't have to worry about heavy sunscreen causing breakouts.
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    Another amazing feature worth mentioning is the cooling sensation: each spray gives a magical experience of lowering the temperature by 10 degrees for a second, making it perfect for outdoor activities! It's like being in an air-conditioned room instantly. Plus, it helps with after-sun repair!
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    I believe everyone loves running for both health and beauty. Therefore, when engaging in outdoor activities, make sure to protect yourself and take sun protection seriously. By the way, this little sunscreen wonder is available at Watsons and on Taobao!
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