How Clothes Protect you From the Sun

If you are spending time in the sun, think outside the bottle, beyond sunscreen. The right clothing can help protect your skin from the sun's damaging UV rays. Choose tightly woven fabrics and dark colors. Wear long sleeves and pants whenever possible.

Special sun blocking clothes which come in many different styles are a good option. They typically cost about 20% more than ordinary duds.

You can also find a laundry product that wash sun protection right into your own clothes. The cost is about $6 per load and the effects last through 20 washes.

Don't forget to top yourself off with the hat, just be sure the brim is wide and goes all around your head. If you must wear a ball cap, add a bandanna to protect your ears and neck, common sites for skin cancer.

Remember, smart clothing choices are important all year around, not just in summer. Protecting yourself from the sun is something that's always in style.


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