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Sun-protective clothing: this summer, fashion and skin care don't have to be at odds - Appearance - Brief Article - Buyers Guide

Men's Fitness, August, 2002 by Mark Thorpe

Sunlight and her harmful UV rays are harder to elude than a flu outbreak. And wearing a T-shirt won't get the job done, as undershirts offer an SPF of only 5 to 9, and when damp, less than that--well below the SPF 15 recommended by doctors. If you're sensitive to the sun, or plan to spend a lot of time in its presence, consider investing in the clothes pictured below. In addition to shirts, there are pants, hats and swimwear, all with at least the minimum doctor-mandated protection, but most with much more.

1 Adidas tennis shirt, SPF 15 ($40)

2 L.L. Bean Summer Plaid shirt, SPF 30 ($35)

3 Asics Illume notch short, SPF 40+ ($36)

4 L.L. Bean Sun Blocker shorts, SPF 30 ($45)

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5 Columbia Booney hat, SPF 15 ($28)

6 Asics Illume long-sleeve run shirt, SPF 40+ ($40)

7 Columbia Homme G shirt, SPF 30 ($60)

8 Sun Precautions cargo pants, SPF 30 ($80)

9 Sun Precautions pullover water shirt, SPF 30 ($90)

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Sun-protective clothing: this summer, fashion and skin care don't have to be at odds - Appearance - Brief Article - Buyers Guide

Men's Fitness, August, 2002 by Mark Thorpe

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