Reported cases of skin cancer are on the rise even though many other forms of cancer are declining. Are swim shirts or sunscreen the best solution when one is looking for both comfort and the best protection from UV rays?
From the simple freedom of movement standpoint, sunscreen comes closest to acting as a second skin. There are no clothing-drag issues while in the water, and no layers to trap heat or restrain movement while on land. It is possible to forget there is any substance on the skin at all.
Sunscreen provides the most thorough coverage of areas exposed to the sun. If applied liberally according to instructions, it can protect fingers, ears, and surfaces underneath clothing that may be exposed. Shirts do not cover hands and can pull up causing areas around the waist to receive direct sunlight.
The safety of the method used is also a factor in making a choice. Research has shown that popular sunscreens contain toxins and other chemicals that can affect hormone production. On the other hand, swim shirts treated to provide UV protection do not pass these ingredients on to the body.
Swim shirts leave no doubt that sun protection is in place. However, if lotion washes off the skin, there is little or no indication to the user that they are at risk. This is particularly important when monitoring children playing in the sun.
While hot days and athletic activity can make a shirt uncomfortable to wear, cool days and cool water make the extra layer a welcome insulator. The material dries very quickly, so the chilling affect of evaporation is brief. These shirts can actually be worn throughout the day.
Sunscreens can be blended with ingredients that help heal and renew the skin. There is thus a double benefit of being protected from the sun and having dry and damaged skin repaired at the same time. As an alternative, skin cream could be used under a swim shirt, though this would mean an additional step and product.
The constant re-application of sunscreen can cause a family to go through a lot of product in a short amount of time. Consequently, trips to the store for more product add up quickly. The lifespan of a swim shirt can can extend for years if wear is average and care instructions are followed.
For UV protection with the least risk and greatest effectiveness, swim shirts are a better solution. At the same time, a lotion can cover all skin surfaces and combine protection with skin care. Given a goal of speed, economy, and no exposed areas of skin, a combination of both with some overlap is the top choice for a healthy day in the sun.
From the simple freedom of movement standpoint, sunscreen comes closest to acting as a second skin. There are no clothing-drag issues while in the water, and no layers to trap heat or restrain movement while on land. It is possible to forget there is any substance on the skin at all.
Sunscreen provides the most thorough coverage of areas exposed to the sun. If applied liberally according to instructions, it can protect fingers, ears, and surfaces underneath clothing that may be exposed. Shirts do not cover hands and can pull up causing areas around the waist to receive direct sunlight.
The safety of the method used is also a factor in making a choice. Research has shown that popular sunscreens contain toxins and other chemicals that can affect hormone production. On the other hand, swim shirts treated to provide UV protection do not pass these ingredients on to the body.
Swim shirts leave no doubt that sun protection is in place. However, if lotion washes off the skin, there is little or no indication to the user that they are at risk. This is particularly important when monitoring children playing in the sun.
While hot days and athletic activity can make a shirt uncomfortable to wear, cool days and cool water make the extra layer a welcome insulator. The material dries very quickly, so the chilling affect of evaporation is brief. These shirts can actually be worn throughout the day.
Sunscreens can be blended with ingredients that help heal and renew the skin. There is thus a double benefit of being protected from the sun and having dry and damaged skin repaired at the same time. As an alternative, skin cream could be used under a swim shirt, though this would mean an additional step and product.
The constant re-application of sunscreen can cause a family to go through a lot of product in a short amount of time. Consequently, trips to the store for more product add up quickly. The lifespan of a swim shirt can can extend for years if wear is average and care instructions are followed.
For UV protection with the least risk and greatest effectiveness, swim shirts are a better solution. At the same time, a lotion can cover all skin surfaces and combine protection with skin care. Given a goal of speed, economy, and no exposed areas of skin, a combination of both with some overlap is the top choice for a healthy day in the sun.
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