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Hippopotamuses produce a natural sunscreen. Skincare, but aggressive.

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Hippos secrete a reddish “sweat” that contains compounds that can help block UV and inhibit bacteria. It’s not blood—just a protective skin secretion that oxidizes and darkens.

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