UV Athlizm Skin Protect Essence SPF50+ PA++++ — Reddit Reviews
by Biore
Updated September 22, 2026
Waterproof sport SPF that stays put through sweat and swimming; tacky and floral.
What the community says
A water-resistant SPF 50+ built for hikes, runs, beach days, and sweaty humidity. It keeps its film through heavy exercise and can feel surprisingly comfortable on dehydrated skin. The trade-off is a sticky, floral, sometimes heavy finish.
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Real Reddit threads — 12 mentions across 11 threads
Biore UV Athlizm Skin Protect Essence SPF50+ PA++++ on Reddit, in one place — 11 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/koreanskincare and 2 more, summarized.
“Needed durable SPF for hikes and distance runs (1.5 - 2+ hr).”
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“Face was *less* of a swampy, sweaty mess with this on. Didn't sting or burn anything. Could still feel it after a 90 min sweatfest/trail run.”
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“This Biore voodoo will absolutely replace my longstanding go-to Elta MD Sport for longer runs, summer, peak UV times.”
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“**Athlizm Protect Essence**”
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“If you thought all Asian beauty sunscreens were too cosmetically elegant and missed the feeling of the tacky, sticky American stuff but want newer filters, this is the sunscreen for you.”
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“The scent is overwhelmingly floral and artificial but I like using this on my hands daily or when I'm going out and need something with more staying power.”
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“I actually prefer to use this on days I know I'll be spending time outside during peak UV since I have a lot more faith in the protection not breaking down with the humidity and sweat.”
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“Next up to try is Biore Athlizm Skin Protect Essence.”
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“I want something more waterproof for my face on beach days”
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“I’ve read great reviews about it.”
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“Sticking with Biore Athlizm for sport.”
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“It's supposed to be sweat/waterproof, but that seems a little too good to be true so only using it for daily wear. Sticking with Biore Athlizm for sport.”
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“Too windy for hat, so it was Biore Athlizm or bust.”
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“Face is still about as pale as I get, thanks to the Athlizm.”
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“Athlizm is the GOAT for any kind of outdoor activity, heavy sweating or swimming.”
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“I also enjoy Biore Athlizm Essence on sweaty days”
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“on sweaty days”
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