UV shirt kids

Sun, summer, water and kids are undeniably intertwined, and many good games start at the edge of the water. Because of this, it is also important that the protection is top quality, so that the little ones don't get sunburnt while they splash around and play. With a UV shirt for kids, you are guaranteed effective protection against the sun's harmful rays. Already after 20 minutes in the water, 50% of even the waterproof sunscreens will have been washed off the skin, and the protection obviously drops considerably. With a UV shirt for kids, they are guaranteed 100% 50+ UPF protection for the entire time they are wearing the UV shirt.

Therefore, with the right UV swimwear/sunwear, you can prolong the kid's playtime in the water, without having to fear whether the dear little ones will now get sunburned.

UV swimwear for every situation

There are a lot of different needs when it comes to swimwear, especially in relation to the kid's age. Among other reasons, it is important to find the right UV shirt for kids, as well as UV clothing that kids can enjoy. In many ways, the very young benefit the most from a UV suit with long sleeves and legs, while the older kids find it more comfortable with a UV blouse/UV shirt.

But in all cases, the most important function of UV swimwear is to be a safe alternative to - or a good supplement to sunscreen. But as many parents can probably agree with, it can be a bit of a struggle to get the little ones marinated in sunscreen. Either they don't have time, you break in in the middle of a game or they are simply too impatient. In addition, many kids find it uncomfortable to wear sunscreen.

This is one of the primary reasons why UV swimwear is so amazing. When they are wearing it, they can bathe and play for a much longer time, without having to constantly getting sunscreen reapplied in endless layers. Virtually all UV swimwear for kids protects with a UPF 50+, which protects your kid from 98% of the sun's rays. And it doesn't matter if it's wet or dry.

This is why you need a UV shirt for kids

It can be tiring all the time, having to get in and our of a UV suit constantly, depending on whether the kids are in the sun or the shade. Although most UV swimwear is quick-drying, it is a good idea to take it off and hang it to dry in the shade when the kid is not in the sun.

For older kids, there is rarely time for a break in the shade, or to wait for the UV suit to be dry enough. Things are going quickly, and it can easily be an on-off process. As such, it is easy to quickly pull a UV shirt over the head, and then they are fully protected during the time they are in the sun. Depending on your needs, the UV shirt comes in both short- and long-sleeved versions. Because of this, they can also protect both arms and the upper body.

Although older kids' skin can better tolerate UV rays, you should still remember to protect the areas that the UV shirt does not cover. It may possibly be with sunscreen or other UV swimwear, such as swim trunks and sunhats. We also have products that have spandex sewn into the material, so they are really stretchy. This makes it easier for the older kids to swim while they are wearing the UV shirt, as it allows for really good movement.

Which size should you choose?

There are many great pieces of advice, when it comes to which size to buy UV shirts in. Particularly when it comes to kids. First of all, it is better to buy it a size or two too big, as it isn't that important with a perfect, tight fit.

On the other hand, if it is too small in size, it will first be too short on the stomach and be uncomfortable to wear. Particularly if they tighten around the neck and arms. The most important reason why they must not be too small, however, is that the protection is in the weaving of the material itself, and the density of the fibers. So if you stretch the shirt too much across the skin, the fibers are stretched and the shirt loses its protection.

Additionally, they also have the opportunity to grow in them if they are a few sizes larger than their actual size. The most important thing is that a UV shirt does not extend over the hands or "sag" on the kid's body. It will be too difficult for them to play in the water or swim if they swim in the UV shirt.

Can everybody benefit from a UV shirt?

There is no age group that can't benefit from using a UV shirt. Since kids from 0-6 months old are not advised to be exposed to UV rays, you can hardly get enough UV swimwear. With a UV shirt, it is easy and quick to change the little one's nappy when necessary. This is one of the reasons why a UV shirt is so great to have on hand, as it can fulfill several different needs in many ways.

Even adults will benefit from having a UV shirt at the ready. It may very well be, that many head down south to get a tan, but you just have to remember that the rule of thumb regarding sunscreen and water also applies to this group. If you are a little too casual when it comes to constantly applying sunscreen, or if you tend to get sunburned easily, a UV shirt can be quite useful.

Since it in many ways function like a T-shirt, most kids won't think twice about wearing it. And combined with a pair of smart and matching swim shorts or swim trunks, they are ready to take on both the pool and the beach.

Maintaining a UV shirt

Regardless of whether your kid has been in chlorine or salt water, it is important that you rinse the shirt thoroughly in cold fresh water when they are not going to wear it again that day. Particularly salt and chlorine water wears down the material a lot, and will eventually soften it to the point that the UV shirt will gradually lose its protection. 

So to make it more manageable, we're just going to give you a list of good tips to remember. They also apply to most UV swimwear: 

• It's better to wash UV swimwear by hand - preferably without laundry detergent, and with cold water. 
• If it requires a wash in the machine to be perfectly clean, it should be at maximum 30 degrees, and preferably without centrifuge. This way you avoid that the fibers get too stretchy, so the clothes doesn't lose it's protection.
• Never tumble dry, since this is a very rough way to dry the UV swimwear. Let it air dry in the shade instead.
• The brighter colours of the UV swimwear can get yellowish spots due to sunscreen. This won't affect the protection, just the looks.

Buy a UV shirt kids will love here at Watery.ie

We will - without a doubt - have a UV shirt that will also suit your kid's taste and style. We only sell UV shirts of the best quality, as it is important that the kids are sufficiently protected. When it comes to kids and harmful UV rays, you shouldn't compromise.

In addition to this, there are also a number of advantages you get, when you shop at watery.ie:

• Free shipping on orders over €79
• 3-5 days delivery
• Our customer service is ready all weekdays from 8 AM to 10 PM.

If you need advice and guidance, our professional customer service is ready to answer all your questions. Together we will find precisely what you're looking for. This way you and your kid can dress safely, for the next trip to the water.