AMW Reviews: SunPlay Watery Cool Sunblock Lotion with Menthol SPF65 PA+++

Happy Monday!  Are you lazy?  Sleepy?  Wanting to go back to bed?  *high five*  I'm sure I feel the same!  Since I came back from Shanghai, I've been very sick but it's all worth it!  It was fun walking around the city and I'm proud to announce, I did not get lost!  I made sure to do my research and ask my brother on how to go to a certain place and took down notes as I take a peek at my post-it notes every now and then as I get pushed inside the train!  *laughs* 

All worth it! 

Speaking of walking around the city.  The weather in Shanghai was as crazy as Manila!  It's hot, humid and it rains mid-day!  Though I brought an umbrella with me, I'm not used to using it to protect myself from the sun! (Bad Nikki!)  But hey, I made sure to apply sunblock approximately 30 minutes before I leave the hotel room!  

Since I knew it's going to be hot and humid in Shanghai, I brought with me the SunPlay SPF 26 PA++ Watery Cool Clear & Smooth. 

Sunplay SPF65 PA++ Watery Cool says ---

Sunplay Watery Cool SPF65 contains Menthol that provides a cool refreshing sensation. It has a Revolutionary Watery Liquid Formulation that gives you the protection that you need, without you feeling a thing!

• High UV protection against UVA & UVB.
• Contains Menthol for cool & refreshing sensation.
• Japan Watery Liquid formulation is light and non greasy.
• Highly water-proof .
• For face & body.

Ingredients:

AMW says ---
Pros

• Packaging is super cute, simple, tiny packaging easily to carry during travel.
• Packaging has a clear print on expiration date.

• Once purchase, you know that the product you are getting is fresh from manufacturer due to its nice packaging.

• The twist cap prevents spillage.

• Easy to wipe/clean the tip after every use.

• Multi-tasking product, can be used on both face and body.
• Milky formula makes it easy to spread all over face and body.
• Gets absorbed into the skin in no time!
• Doesn't leave white casts.
• Does not feel heavy on skin even if I perspired a lot.
• I did not get dark after walking approximately more than an hour under direct sunlight.

Cons

• I can easily use up this product because of its tiny size.   
• It says to have "Menthol" for cooling effect but I never felt it? (could it be just me?)
• A bit pricey for 35g product.

Overall

I had a friend who texted me telling me how she hated the feeling of sunscreen but she needed the protection, I immediately recommended this to her because I've tested this under the most extreme weather (direct sunlight, heat plus humidity) and this fairs really well!  I did not have a bit of the sticky-feel that I sometimes get in other sunblock!  Once I got back, I immediately asked Mr. AMW if I got dark, he told me: "Nope!" So SPF65 protection, CHECK!

Tips

• Apply at least 15 minutes before you go out of the sun.
• Do not follow my crazy steps, try to use a hat, umbrella and steer clear from direct sunlight even if you have sunblock protection! 
• If you have very sensitive skin, do the patch test before you apply this all over your body.
• Do the same on face application, apply a bit on one area and see if your skin reacts!  
• Shake well before use, you can hear the sound of the "metal ball" inside.
• Always clean the tip after every use (just my OC thing).
• Re-apply  if you've been sweating a lot or if you were out of the sun for too long.
• Planning to head on to the beach and you needed much more protection?  Choose their other variant that has higher SPF.  Sunplay Super Block SPF130 PA+++

Will I repurchase?
Yes!

To whom do I recommend this to?
Anyone who hates the feeling of lotion or sunblock.

Where to purchase and how much?
At Watson's or selected Beauty by SM for Php349.00 (approx $8.31).

A photo to show you the water-y texture

Once applied on one arm, after less than 5 minutes

it gets absorbed into my skin without the "shine" or "film-y texture"

A good sunblock lotion that goes up to my list!  
Have you tried SunPlay?  Do you like it?

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

Eureka Moment: Sunblock with Menthol + Highest SPF Sunblock

Happy Friday everyone!  If you're in a mood today just like I do, flash me a huge smile please? 

 **photo from source

Any reader of my blog knew how happy I was when the brand Mentholatum came down to our shores.  Gone were the "Stalking Sasa website" days for "online hoarding"!  And I'm even feeling giddier when I learn from my dear twitter friend Mimi when she confirmed that SunPlay is indeed available locally!

Summer season is definitely on our way and there are so many outdoor activities we want to do!  As we get exposed to the sun, the ultraviolet rays are harmful to our skin!  

Confused on the difference of UVA and UVB?

UVA rays darken skin color as it penetrates deeply into skin.  Prolong UVA exposure causes permanent damage to our collagen fiber.  Once damaged, our skin will lose the elasticity leading to wrinkle development and aging.

UVB rays, on the other hand, are known to cause sunburn.  It's when the surface of our skin reacts quickly by becoming red, inflamed and freckled.

When you purchase sunblock, you will also see PA and a couple of pluses (+).  And you think they are just there because it looks cool?  *laughs*

PA+      means 2-4 times protection

PA++    provides 4-8 times protection.

PA+++  gives an 8-time protection or more

Now that you get the basic on sunblock, it is natural we choose a sunblock that contains both SPF & PA factors for broader protection! 

I remember how I get excited on SPF25 as its the highest available in the market back then!  Would you believe we finally have the highest SPF and PA in the market available locally?  Eureka Moment!

SunPlay SPF130 PA+++

Php399.00 (approx $9.50)

• Highest SPF and PA in the market, giving maximum protection against UVA and UVB rays.
• Super sweat and waterproof formula for long hours outdoors and water activities.
• Absorbs quickly onto skin for a weightless, non-greasy feel. 
• Suitable for daily use on face and body

SunPlay Watery Cool SPF65 PA+++

Php349.00 (approx $8.30)

• contains menthol for a cool and refreshing sensation.
• Watery Liquid Formulation provides ultimate sun protection that's weightless and non-greasy.
• Highly water-resistant.
• Ideal for sports and outdoor activities.

There are 2 other lower SPF variants available!

SunPlay Clear Water SPF50 PA+++

Php349.00 (approx $8.30)

SunPlay Powdery White SPF47 PA+++

Php349.00 (approx $8.30)

All of them are ideal for face and body, ideal for daily use!  Local readers can find these exclusively in all Watsons stores nationwide!

Definitely a Eureka Moment for sun protection lovers out there!

It'll be perfect if they bring in Mr. AMW's favorite facial cleanser OXY, which has this cooling effect during wash!  Mr. AMW hoarded in Shanghai and he has one tube left! 

(also made from Mentholatum, same company)

I will review the SunPlay SPF130 PA+++ and SPF65 PA+++ once I've used them!  Do wait for my reviews!  For the early birds who have purchased these, feel free to click comment and tell everyone your experiences on these!

What's the highest SPF you've used?
Happy weekend!
Keep smilin'
Stay happy!