Sun Protection Sleeve and Gloves
Sun Protection Sleeves & Gloves FAQ
1. What are sun gloves for?
Sun gloves are special, lightweight sleeve accessories designed with a UPF 50+ fabric to block out 98% of the sun’s rays. Men and women’s sun protection sleeves and UV hand sleeves are ideal for individuals with skin sensitivities or conditions or anyone who wants to protect their skin from unnecessary sun exposure while driving or spending time outdoors.
2. Should you wear sun gloves?
If you are prone to sunburn or have sensitive skin, it may be a good idea to wear sun sleeves and sun protection gloves outdoors.
3. How can I protect my hands from sunburn?
You can protect your hands from sunburn by wearing full coverage men’s and women’s sun sleeves or gloves like the Prototex SPF Grip Gloves, or the Prototex Elle Grip Long Gloves with built-in UV arm covers.
4. Do sun protection gloves work?
Yes! Sun protection gloves made with UPF 50+ fabric effectively block out 98% of the sun’s harmful rays. Both sun protection gloves and UV protection sleeves are recommended by dermatologists and worn by adventurers in various settings, from hiking and trekking to beachgoers and gardeners.
5. Do arm sleeves protect from sun?
Yes. Arm sleeves made with UPF 50+ fabric like those sold at UV Skinz® protect skin from 98% of UVA/UVB rays.
6. What are the best arm sleeves?
The best arm sleeves are those made with UPF 50+ fabric that is breathable and comfortable. For instance, UV Skinz® bamboo arm sun protectors are super thin sun sleeves that are both extremely comfortable and effective at blocking out the sun.
7. What are sun sleeves?
Sun sleeves are long, thin pieces of fabric designed to cover the forearm and top of hand for extra sun protection support.
8. What is the point of arm sleeves?
Like sun protection gloves, UV sun protection arm sleeves are designed to stop the sun from ever reaching the skin on the forearms and top of hands. UV sleeves are great for everyone, but those with sensitive skin, skin conditions, or who spend a lot of time in the sun benefit the most.
