At 1 a.m., Lao Zhou sent a message: "Bro, that spray you mentioned before—does it actually work?"

Lao Zhou is 38 this year, works in sales, and travels frequently for business. He said that over the past six months, every time he got intimate with his wife, it felt like he was racing against the clock—"Just as I start to feel something, it's over." He'd tried some folk remedies and oral supplements, but he never felt confident about them.

What he was asking about was a topical endurance spray. These products have spread widely among men in recent years, but online information is a mix of truth and falsehood. Many people, like Lao Zhou, want to try but are hesitant.

Later, he bought a men's endurance spray called JOKER, used it for two weeks, and told me: "It's genuinely different—the time at least doubled."

This isn't an ad. Lao Zhou is just an ordinary friend of mine, and his experience made me want to talk about how to choose a topical endurance spray.

What Is a Topical Endurance Spray?

A topical endurance spray, also called a delay spray, is an external product applied to the glans and the coronal sulcus. Its principle is simple: by locally numbing or reducing sensitivity, it slows down nerve transmission, thereby prolonging ejaculation time.

Common topical endurance sprays on the market fall into two categories:

Physical delay type: Contains local anesthetics (such as lidocaine or benzocaine), which act directly on nerve endings to reduce sensitivity. The advantage is fast onset; the downside is a numbing sensation that may affect pleasure.

Plant extract type: Contains herbal or plant extracts (such as epimedium, cnidium, or clove), which work gently to improve the local condition. The numbing effect is mild, but onset is slightly slower.

JOKER delay spray belongs to the latter, featuring a plant-based formula and claiming to be "non-numbing."

JOKER Delay Spray Real-World Test

Lao Zhou's first use was on a Friday night. Following the instructions, he sprayed twice on the glans 15 minutes in advance and gently spread it evenly.

"It felt a bit cool right after spraying, and after a minute or two, I couldn't feel it anymore," he said. There was none of that "wooden" sensation you get after applying a numbing agent.

That night, his intimate time with his wife went from the usual five or six minutes to over twenty minutes. "My wife asked if I'd been secretly working out—I was too embarrassed to tell her."

The following week, he tried it again with three sprays. The time was similar, but he said, "It felt more natural, like I wasn't holding back on purpose."

He did mention, though, that if he sprayed too much—say, more than four sprays—there was a slight burning sensation, but it faded after a while.

How to Choose the Right Topical Endurance Spray for Yourself?

It's not about the priciest or the strongest—it's about three key factors:

1. Look at the ingredients

If you want a natural feel, go for plant extract types like JOKER delay spray. If you need strong delay effects, you can choose products with local anesthetics, but be careful with dosage to avoid numbness.

2. Look at onset time

Topical endurance sprays generally need to be applied 10–30 minutes in advance. JOKER's official recommendation is 15 minutes, which matched our real-world test. Some products require longer, like the German-imported EROS伊露丝 delay spray, which recommends 20 minutes ahead.

3. Look at reputation and anti-counterfeit measures

Counterfeits are common in the market, so choose products with anti-counterfeit codes that can be verified. For example, 德国黑金刚 delay spray has an anti-counterfeit verification feature.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Are topical endurance sprays safe? Do they have side effects?

A: Legitimate products are safe when used correctly. Common side effects are local numbness or a burning sensation, which usually disappear quickly. However, if you're allergic to certain ingredients, redness or swelling may occur, so it's recommended to test on a small area first.

Q2: Will using an endurance spray affect erections?

A: Generally, no. Topical endurance sprays only act on the surface of the glans and don't affect blood flow. But if you already have erection issues, it's best to address the root cause first.

Q3: Can I use an endurance spray every day?

A: It's not recommended. Frequent use may reduce local sensitivity, and long-term dependence isn't good. It's best to use it at most 2–3 times a week to give your body time to recover.

Q4: What's the difference between an endurance spray and oral medication?

A: Oral medications (like sildenafil) primarily target erection hardness, while topical endurance sprays mainly address premature ejaculation. The mechanisms are different, and they can be combined, but it's advisable to use them under a doctor's guidance.

Q5: How do I know if I need an endurance spray?

A: If you frequently ejaculate within one minute, or you're dissatisfied with the duration of sex and it affects both partners' experience, you might consider trying one. But if it's caused by psychological factors, it's better to communicate or consult a professional first.

Lao Zhou's Follow-Up

Lao Zhou now keeps a bottle of JOKER on hand, but he also said, "This stuff isn't a cure-all—the key is still mindset and communication."

His wife later found out he was using it. She didn't say much, just told him not to rely on it too much.

"Actually, what she cares about more is whether I'm putting in the effort," Lao Zhou said.

Perhaps true endurance isn't about how long it lasts, but about how much you care for each other.

If you want to give it a try, you can start with plant-based products like JOKER, use a small dose first, and find a rhythm that works for you.