UV Protection with Superior Performance Sun Protection Clothing and Accessories
Introducing our new Designer Range: BluKuda
Our extensive collection offers over 150 unique articles of UVprotective clothing, making Sun-Togs one of the largest single brand manufacturers on the market today. Our new BluKuda range offers the perfect mix of maximum (UPF 50+) sun protection with a colorful fashion that the whole family will enjoy.
BluKuda brings professional design and fashion to sun protection clothing using top quality fabrics - chlorine-resistant swim fabrics and technical leisure fabrics. Our newBluKudarange of UV protective clothingandswimwearcomplies with Australian and New Zealand standards (AS/NZS 4399) and USA standard (ASTM-D6603-USA) offering a superb UPF 50+ protection(the maximum Ultraviolet Protection Factor available for clothing).
At Sun-Togs, we are constantly looking for other companies who stand out for their commitment to providing Sun Protective products and materials. Click on the links below for baby baby sunglasses, kid's sunglasses, baby sunscreen, kid's sunscreen and more.
Julbo Sungasses for Kids and Baby
Protect young eyes with our high-performance sunglasses by Julbo that are built to take the abuse of active kids. Julbo has been producing high performance optics since 1888 - the year this French company was founded! Julbo Baby Sunglasses are specially designed with safe, flexible and reversible frames. No hinges, no right or wrong way up, these glasses will adapt to small faces between 0-2 Yrs. Our range of baby and kid's sunglasses will fit small faces from 0-14 Yrs.
Don't forget the Suncreen!
Baby Blanket Suncare high protection sunscreens are made especially for babies, children and those with sensitive skin. All Baby Blanket Sunscreens are Pediatrician and Dermatologist Tested, Fragrance-free, Paba-free, Gluten-free, Peanut-Free, Hypoallergenic, Water Resistant and Provide Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Baby Blanket Sunscreens also contain Aloe Vera and Vitamin E to nourish and soothe your baby's skin.
Sun-Togs new BluKuda range includes: Sun Protective Clothing, UV Clothing, SPF Clothing, Sun Protection Clothing, UV Swimwear, Sun Protection Swimwear, UV Protection Clothing, UV Protective Clothing, UV Clothes, Sun Protection Swimwear, Kids Sun Protective Clothing, Sunglasses, Baby sunglasses, Kid's Sunglasses, Children's Sunglasses, and Baby Sun Protection.
Our Educational Links page contains various links to organizations recognized for research or information regarding sun protection and treatment of the adverse effects of over exposure to the sun's harmful UVA/UVB rays. Many of these organizations provide sun safety programs for kids, which are fun and educational. In particular, there are many articles relating to summer safety for babies and kids. The American Academy of Pediatrics features a very good Summer Safety Tips article (please click here for the full article):
FUN IN THE SUN
Babies under 6 months: Avoiding sun exposure and dressing infants in lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and brimmed hats that shade the neck are still the top recommendations from the AAP to prevent sunburn. However when adequate clothing and shade are not available, parents can apply a minimal amount of sunscreen with at least 15 SPF (sun protection factor) to small areas, such as the infant's face and the back of the hands. If an infant gets sunburn, apply cold compresses to the affected area.
For Young Children: Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside, and use sunscreen even on cloudy days. The SPF should be at least 15 and protect against UVA and UVB rays.
For Older Children: The first, and best, line of defense against the sun is covering up. Wear a hat with a three-inch brim or a bill facing forward, sunglasses (look for sunglasses that block 99-100% of ultraviolet rays), and cotton clothing with a tight weave. Stay in the shade whenever possible, and limit sun exposure during the peak intensity hours - between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or greater. Be sure to apply enough sunscreen - about one ounce per sitting for a young adult. Reapply sunscreen every two hours, or after swimming or sweating. Use extra caution near water, snow, and sand as they reflect UV rays and may result in sunburn more quickly.
HEAT STRESS IN EXERCISING CHILDREN
The intensity of activities that last 15 minutes or more should be reduced whenever high heat and humidity reach critical levels.
At the beginning of a strenuous exercise program or after traveling to a warmer climate, the intensity and duration of exercise should be limited initially and then gradually increased during a period of 10 to 14 days to accomplish acclimatization to the heat.
Before prolonged physical activity, the child should be well-hydrated. During the activity, periodic drinking should be enforced, for example, each 20 minutes, 5 oz of cold tap water or a flavored sports drink for a child weighing 90 lbs, and 9 oz for an adolescent weighing 130 lbs, even if the child does not feel thirsty.
Clothing should be light-colored and lightweight and limited to one layer of absorbent material to facilitate evaporation of sweat. Sweat-saturated garments should be replaced by dry garments.
Practices and games played in the heat should be shortened and more frequent water/hydration breaks should be instituted.
The Environmental Protection Agency provides a great tool which will show you your local UV index and forecast. Click on the link below and enter a zip code or an address to get your own UV index:
