Q: Why do children need to wear sun-protective swimsuits? What does UPF 50+ mean?

A: Children's skin is about 30% thinner than adults and more sensitive to UV rays. Exposure to the sun while swimming for a long time can easily cause sunburn and even skin problems. UPF 50+ (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) means that the fabric can only transmit 1/50 (i.e. 2%) of ultraviolet rays and block 98% of UVA/UVB, which is the highest internationally recognized sun protection level. Dolphin eShop's sun protection clothing is made from UPF 50+ fabrics, providing professional-grade protection for kids.UPF 50+（Ultraviolet Protection Factor）It means that the fabric can only transmit 1/50 (i.e. 2%) of ultraviolet rays and block 98% of UVA/UVB, which is the highest internationally recognized sun protection level. Dolphin eShop's sun protection clothing is made from UPF 50+ fabrics, providing professional-grade protection for kids.

Q: Long-sleeved sun protection clothing vs short-sleeved sun protection clothing, how should I choose?

A: Long sleeve styleProvides comprehensive arm protection, suitable for training in outdoor swimming pools or long-term exposure to the sun;Short sleeve styleIt is more flexible and comfortable, suitable for indoor swimming pools or leisure swimming in summer. Whether long-sleeved or short-sleeved, the sun protection effect is the same, the main difference is the coverage and ease of movement. It is recommended to choose according to the use occasion.

Q: How often do I need to change my sun protective clothing? How to judge service life?

A: Dolphin eShop's sun protection clothing uses permanent sun protection fabrics, and its protective function will not be lost simply by the number of washes. However, the effective life of sun protection clothing depends on yourFrequency of use and maintenance habitsclosely related.

In actual use, frequent contact with chlorine in swimming pools, salt in seawater, and friction on the beach or poolside will cause natural physical loss of fibers. To ensure that your children receive the highest level of UV protection every time they enter the water, we recommend that you look at the following indicators:

• Fabric condition:If you find that the fabric has become significantly looser and less elastic than before, or it is obviously thinner and transparent when viewed against a light source.
• Cosmetic wear:If fiber pilling or surface fibrosis occurs due to frequent friction.

💡 若出現上述情況，即代表面料的物理保護結構已受損，建議您為孩子更換全新的防曬裝備，以維持最佳防曬效能。