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Sunglasses Ratings and Polarised Lenses Explained
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Sun Protective Clothing Explained
How UPF-rated gear helps protect your skin during active days outside
The benefits of sun protection clothing
Spending long hours outdoors increases exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Sun protective clothing plays a key role in reducing that exposure. Unlike sunscreen, it provides consistent, all-day, broad-spectrum protection that doesn't wear off.
What is sun protective clothing?
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How does sun protection clothing work?
UV sun protection clothing protects the skin in three main ways:
Absorbing ultraviolet radiation within the fabric
Blocking UV rays from passing through tightly woven fibres
Reflecting UV radiation away from the body
The effectiveness depends on fabric type, weave, colour, and construction. With darker and more intense colours providing superior UV protection by absorbing more rays. While light-coloured clothing feels cooler, it allows more UV rays to reach the skin.
Sun-protective clothing is designed to protect against both UVA (which causes aging) and UVB (which causes burning).
Understanding UPF ratings
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UPF ratings
UPF ratings explained
UPF 15 to 24
Classification: Good
UV blocked: 93 to 96%
UPF 25 to 39
Classification: Very good
UV blocked: 96 to 97%
UPF 40 to 50+
Classification: Excellent
UV blocked: 97 to 99%
How long does sun-protection clothing last?
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Final thoughts
Sun protection clothing is a practical and effective way to reduce UV exposure during outdoor sports. By choosing garments with a high UPF rating, you can add a reliable layer of protection that works throughout your activity, helping safeguard your skin over time.
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