Thumbs Up for New Scape Athlete Sunblock – Product Review

The good folks from SmackMedia recently sent me a new sunscreen product to test out.     This product is called Scape SPF 50+ Athlete Sunblock.   I received full size samples of the following:

• SPF 50+ Athlete Sunblock
• SPF 50+ Athlete Sunblock Clean Foam
• SPF 50+ Athlete Lip Balm
• SPF 50+ Athlete Face Stick

SCAPE is:

• 5X more waterproof than any other product on the market – achieved through a new polymer technology similar to an ultra-thin Gore-Tex layer to hold the sunscreen in place
• Will not rub off and go into your eyes
• Breathable – allows the skin to breathe and keep body temperature down and doesn’t clog pores
• Has the highest UVA protection on the market – a result of making the Avobenzone molecule photo-stable
• Loaded with vitamin E and antioxidants to protect and nourish the skin

Test Ride:

I was fixing to go on a 40 mile bike ride today starting at 12 noon.   It was mostly sunny with Carolina blue skies.  The temperature was 86 degrees – the air was dry with high winds.    I applied the Scape SPF 50+ face stick on my face.  It had a hint of lemony scent, and went on smoothly.  It had a nice light feel to it – not at all waxy or sticky as some face sticks.   I always use some type of sunscreen face stick on my face, and this is the best face stick I have ever tried.  I liked the oval shape of the stick, too. It made it easier and quicker to apply than the typical round (smaller) sticks.

Next, I applied the Scape SPF 50+ Athlete Sunblock on my arms, neck, and legs.   It is a creamy white lotion. It had a nice smooth feel, and blended into my skin well, without streaking.  It absorbed into my skin leaving no greasy residue.    The Scape SPF 50+ lotion is unscented, or maybe has a hint of citrus scent.  Very pleasant.

Lastly, I applied the Scape SPF 50+ lip balm.   I loved this stuff!  It has a very lemony flavor.  I wanted to eat it, lol.   Nice and creamy and smooth, again, not waxy like some chapped lip balm products.

The Results:

Then I did my 40 mile bike ride.   It was hot and I was sweaty.   I sweat ALOT from my face, and oftentimes  suncreen products will run down with my sweat and sting my eyes.  That is one reason I always use a stick on my face.    No stinging today with the Scape SPF 50+ face stick.    The Scape SPF 50+ lotion also claims to be non-stinging and won’t run into your eyes.   I will have test that out and report back.

No sunburn today.  I burn easily, too, having fair Irish girl skin.

I also have sensitive skin, and some products will leave my skin, nose, or eyes feeling itchy.   No problems with that today either.

The Scape SPF 50+ Sunblock product is made to last all day, through swimming and sweat, with no need to re-apply.     Too bad that I didn’t have this last week at my White Lake Half race.  I took time in T1 and T2 to apply a spray on sunscreen that day.   Maybe I could have saved that 1 minute that cost me third place if I had used Scape SPF 50+ instead.  :-)

If I get a chance to do an all day workout, I’ll use the Scape SPF 50+ lotion and report back how well it worked all day with no re-application.   Nothing on my schedule like that at the moment.  Maybe I’ll just have to plan a day trip to the beach!

You can buy the Scape SPF 50+ at the Sole Sports Running website.

Here is a fact sheet about the Scape SPF 50+ Athlete Sunscreen [PDF]

FTC GUIDES NOTICE: THIS PRODUCT WAS PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE BY SMACK MEDIA.  THE PRODUCT IS MADE BY http://www.scapelabs.com

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