What is a swim shirt?

A swim shirt is a sun protective shirt. Most swim shirts are made from spandex and nylon or polyester and block harmful UV rays. They can be worn swimming or paired with casual clothing to run errands, go hiking or take a walk.  For swimming pair a swim shirt with a bikini bottom or wear…

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Is sun protective clothing important?

Sun protective clothing protects us by absorbing and / or blocking ultraviolet (UV) rays.  It is  important for preventing aging and skin cancers. The more skin covered, the better. Long-sleeved shirts cover more skin than  short sleeve or sleeveless tops. Long pants protect more skin than shorts and high neckline tops or collars protect more…

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