Summer is the perfect season to enjoy surfing and other water sports. However, it's also the time of year when our skin is most exposed to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Protecting ourselves from the sun while surfing is crucial, and one of the best ways to do so is by wearing surf rash guards. They not only protect us from the sun, but also provide comfort and functionality during every session.
Why Wear Surf Rash Guards in Summer?
UPF 50+ Sun Protection: This is the main reason, and the one you should pay the most attention to when buying a surf rash guard. We spend many hours in the water, so it's very important to make sure the rash guard is made from high-quality fabric certified for UPF 50+ protection and complies with the AS/NZS 4399:2017 standard. This means it blocks 98% of UV rays, protecting our skin from sunburn and reducing the risk of skin cancer.
Comfort and Chafe Prevention: In addition to protecting you from the sun, surf rash guards prevent chafing caused by constant contact with your board and surf wax. Our rash guards feature a pattern specifically designed to provide maximum mobility in the water, with four-way stretch fabric and no seams along the inside of the arms or sides. They're lightweight and fit close to the body, providing maximum comfort during our surf sessions.
Body Temperature Regulation: Rash guards help regulate body temperature, especially on windy days. They're useful not only for surf sessions, but also for paddlesurfing trips, when you'll appreciate that extra layer if you have to paddle into the wind.
Sustainability: Surf Rash Guards Made from Recycled Marine Plastic
Sustainability is a key factor when choosing the products we buy today. Our surfing rash guards are an excellent example of how a product can be both functional and eco-friendly.
In collaboration with the Seaqual Initiative, at Glassy we make our surf rash guards from recycled polyester sourced from marine plastic. This process not only reduces the amount of plastic waste in the oceans, but also transforms that waste into useful, durable products.
Each rash guard features a Seaqual license number, guaranteeing the transparency and authenticity of the recycled material used. These rash guards are also made in Spain using solar energy, as part of our stronger commitment to sustainability and environmental protection.
Extra sun protection for summer surfing
We've seen how important it can be to choose a good surf rash guard to protect ourselves from the sun in summer, but how can we protect delicate areas of skin like the face? Conventional sunscreens can be dangerous because they may dissolve in the water and get into your eyes while you're surfing. That's why it's important to choose a surf sunscreen made specifically for water sports. If it's locally made with natural ingredients, even better.
Choosing a good surf sunscreen like this one is crucial because it's specially designed not to get into your eyes while you're in the water. It's easy to apply thanks to its stick applicator, and you can choose a subtle skin-tone color or go for a colored sunscreen.
We hope these tips on how to protect yourself from the sun while surfing in summer are helpful and help you enjoy your surf sessions even more.
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