SUN PROTECT™
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Athletes and sport

Train hard. Race long. Protect your skin.

South African summer UV hits 11 and higher by mid-morning. A pocket tube of SPF 50 broad spectrum (UVA/UVB), a reapply routine and shade at the finish make every session safer.

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Built for the way you train

  • Runners in caps, sunglasses and long-sleeve tops on a beachfront promenade on a sunny morningAI illustration

    Runners

    Early starts end in midday sun. Apply 15 minutes before, carry a pocket tube, reapply at the halfway water point.

  • Road cyclists in long-sleeve jerseys riding a coastal mountain road on a bright morningAI illustration

    Cyclists

    Long rides mean long exposure on arms, neck and knees. Reapply every 2 hours and at every coffee stop.

  • Amateur soccer players in training bibs on a dusty field, coach in a wide-brim hatAI illustration

    Soccer and field sport

    Training and matches on open fields. A team tube in the kit bag and shade for the bench.

The pocket tube athletes carry

SUN PROTECT 50 ml pocket tube (illustration; final 50 ml artwork pending)AI illustration

SUN PROTECT PRO 50 ml

R 69.99 incl. VAT

Clubs and teams: R 39.00 excl. VAT (R 44.85 incl.) per tube, cartons of 48.

  • SPF 50 broad spectrum (UVA/UVB)
  • Fits a jersey pocket, saddle bag or running belt
  • Non-greasy lotion for every skin tone
  • Batch and expiry on every tube, checkable online
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For clubs and events

Sun Stations at the start, finish and water points

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  • Attended Event Sun Station with SPF 50, shade and water: R 3,500 a day excl. VAT
  • Reapply announcements for the PA system and marshal briefings
  • Spectator flyers and social share cards with your event QR
  • Site Packs for groundsmen and coaches who work outdoors all week
Book an Event Sun StationGet the club starter kit

Check the UV before you go

Seasonal UV guide

South African midday UV is high most of the year

  • ExtremeNovember to February: inland 11 to 14, coast 10 to 13
  • Very highSeptember, October, March: inland 8 to 11, coast 7 to 10
  • HighApril, May, August: inland 5 to 8, coast 4 to 7
  • ModerateJune and July: inland 3 to 5, coast 2 to 4

Typical clear-sky midday values. Check the daily SA Weather Service UV forecast. Reapply times

Reapply-timer routine

  1. Apply 15 minutes before you start.
  2. Set a 2-hour timer on your watch or phone.
  3. Reapply at the timer, and after heavy sweating or towelling.
  4. Seek shade between sessions and wear sunglasses.
Download the reapply-timer card

Questions from athletes

How often should athletes reapply?

Every 2 hours, and straight after heavy sweating or towel drying. On a long ride or run, carry a 50 ml pocket tube and reapply at a water stop.

Is the sunscreen water resistant?

We claim SPF 50 broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) only. Reapply after sweating, swimming or towelling.

Can our club or event get Sun Stations?

Yes. An attended Event Sun Station with SPF 50, shade and a water point costs R 3,500 a day excl. VAT. Clubs can also order Site Packs for their grounds staff.

  • SPF 50

    broad spectrum (UVA/UVB)

  • Batch + expiry

    on every pack, checkable online

  • Made in SA

    for Health Brands SA (Pty) Ltd

  • Sun Stations

    installed free on loan with a Site Pack

Questions about club supply: 082 868 7762

Run a club, venue or event?

Order pocket tubes for your members, book an Event Sun Station or download the workplace kit for your coaches.

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