The Sports range comes in variants from SPF20 to SPF50. The SPF50 Gel is only available as a 200ml bottle, whereas the SPF30 and SPF20 both come in a larger – and therefore better value and more environmentally friendly – 400ml bottle as well, and also a more compact 100ml option. The 200ml bottle is fine for home use, but not ideal for carrying on a ride for re-application, which is a shame. Sweat-resistance: ‘You also want something highly water and sweat-resistant, meaning it won’t slide off or drip into your eyes during your workout,’ says Austen.

Application: It’s important to think about how long you intend to be running and the practicalities of reapplying during your run. A longer-lasting product can be a lot less faff, but if you've got the means to carry your SPF with you, you may want the reassurance of applying something more often.

Pelotan SPF30

shopperanno Anno Very good melts into the skin protection for the day I have used this product for some time. No better on the market Lamellar technology uses a Lamellar gel structure that is specifically made to work in harmony with your skin. This unique technology helps the formulation bind and work in harmony with your skin, offering longer lasting UV protection that is fully water-resistant whilst helping to strengthen your skin’s barrier. According to the Met Office, even when the weather is overcast, UV radiation can still be 80% of its normal levels. Not to mention, the temperature can be deceiving – especially if there’s a breeze making it feel a lot cooler than it is. So even if it's cloudy it's important to protect yourself. Bevy3 Ultra sun lotion I’ve been using this product for years and swear by it. It is so convenient to just put on once a day and am so pleased that I can get this size from M&S. Bear in mind that running at altitude means you’ll be more exposed to UV rays – up to 10% more for every 300 metres above sea level,’ he adds. ‘Nobody ever regretted wearing sunscreen, but we have all regretted skipping it… Skin damage is long-lasting, difficult (if not impossible) to reverse and yet massively avoidable.’ How often should you apply facial sunscreen?

It felt grainy on application. Left it for 20 minutes before getting dressed. Has ruined a summer dress, underwear and linen shirt. Left a yellow stain on everything, including bedding. I realised the following morning and threw it in the bin. An expensive waste of money. The formula is vegetarian and vegan friendly, and does not contain any of the controversial ingredients that are harmful to coral reefs, which is good to know, and makes it a great option for sun, sea and cycling holidays. Verdict TLT66 Sports oil, not gel! Not happy with this product. The gel is liquid and feels like an oil, and is yellow in colour.Summer riding can be punishing enough without adding sunburn into the mix. Up the ante by adding in high altitude or sunnier climes and it can be a very real and painful risk. Finding a sunscreen that delivers on protection and is also sweatproof, ethical, non-greasy and easy to apply can be challenging. Swiss company Ultrasun has been a specialist in sun protection products since 1992 and produces a dazzling array of different formulas designed for every type of end user. The Sports range is particularly useful for cyclists, with its easy application and high protection options. Puddy122 Best Sun Screen Best sun screen I have ever used. Apply once a day. Does not mark your clothes. Strong alcohol smell when first applying but this dissapates within seconds. Mrs Christie Ultra Sun This is an excellent Sun cream for those who like an oil based sun protection . Used Ultrasun for years and have never burnt whilst using it UVA rays might not cause you to burn, but they do penetrate more deeply into the skin and play a greater role in premature skin ageing. Application is super easy, and the clear liquid gel is light and non-greasy and rubs in very easily. The waterproof and sweat-resistant properties are clear in how difficult it is to wash off the hands after application. Once it's on, this stuff isn't going anywhere!

Whatsmyname50 Fantastic Ultrasun product Amazing product but make sure you use it correctly. Ultrasun works very differently from other sun protection. You must put it on at least 30 minutes before going out in the sun to give it time to get into the skin to give the protection.Factor: For running, look for products with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more and with broad spectrum protection, says Austen. ‘Even with a high SPF, if a sunscreen isn't broad spectrum, you won't be protected from all UVA rays'. Ultrasun Sports Gel Sun Protection is a non-greasy and easy-to-apply clear gel liquid with UVA and UVB SPF50 protection. This ultra-protective sunscreen formula is designed specifically with sportspeople in mind and is water resistant, long lasting and sweatproof. The liquid gel comes in a 200ml bottle, but there is a 150ml SPF50 spray option too, and other sizes in other SPFs are available too. spartan535 Ultrasun Sports Gel SPF 50 200ml Easy to apply once a day sunscreen with a long shelf life opened and unopened.. My advice would be to find a sunscreen that you enjoy wearing, that doesn’t interfere with your joy of running, and build it into your ritual the same way you do with fuelling and stretching,' says Austen.