UV-STOP
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The sun is wonderful, but harmful UV radiation can have mild to severe consequences for your skin. That’s why it’s important to protect yourself well, not only for maintaining healthy skin, but also to prevent skin cancer and premature ageing. But what protection is best? Sunscreen or products from UV-STOP? In this blog, we will delve deeper into that.
Sunscreen is one of the most well-known ways to protect yourself against the harmful effects of the sun. It contains ingredients that absorb or reflect UV rays, preventing them from penetrating deeply into your skin. Sunscreen is measured using SPF (Sun Protection Factor), which indicates how well it protects your skin from burning.
Many people only use sunscreen in the summer or during a beach day, but did you know that UV radiation can also damage your skin in the autumn and winter? Even on cloudy days, a portion of the UV radiation penetrates through. This means that it is wise to also apply sunscreen to your face and hands in the colder months with less sun, especially if you are outdoors a lot. For example, snow reflects UV radiation, which can cause you to burn faster in the winter (or during winter sports) than you might think.
There are different types of sunscreen, depending on the season, your skin type, and activities. SPF 30 already offers good basic protection, but it is important to reapply your sunscreen regularly – especially in the summer – particularly after swimming or sweating. This ensures that you are always well-protected against the sun.
We, UV-STOP, offer a different way of protection: UV-resistant fabrics and products that help you to block harmful radiation. Instead of reapplying sunscreen constantly, these products provide long-lasting protection without you having to think about it.
These are our products:
Precisely, products from UV-STOP offer a practical and long-lasting solution against UV radiation. Where sunscreen needs to be reapplied after a few hours, UV-resistant clothing and clothing washed with the UV-STOP Protection Wash remain effective throughout the day.
While UV-STOP helps to reduce exposure to UV radiation, it is important to remember that no single product offers a complete guarantee against skin cancer. Therefore, it is wise to take multiple protective measures:
Naturally, both sunscreen and UV-STOP products protect against UV radiation, and if you use both, you are extra well-protected. We have listed the differences for you:
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Feature |
Sunscreen |
UV-Stop products |
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How it works? |
UV rays are absorbed or reflected by filters in the cream. |
The fabric physically blocks UV radiation, without extra actions. |
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How long effective? |
Needs to be reapplied regularly. |
Protection lasts all day, without reapplication. |
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Practicality? |
Needs to be carried and used repeatedly. |
No hassle with application, works automatically. |
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Ideal for? |
Short-term protection, ideal for face, hands, and outdoor activities. |
Long-term protection, perfect for daily use without extra effort. |
We are not necessarily team sunscreen or team UV-STOP products. We believe that you get the ultimate protection against UV radiation by combining sunscreen and UV-resistant products. Use sunscreen on exposed skin areas such as the face and hands, especially if you are outdoors for extended periods. At the same time, you can wear UV-resistant clothing and accessories for extra protection without having to think about it.
Do you also want better protection against the sun? Discover our UV-resistant products and enjoy every day outdoors carefree. With and without sun.
Get in touch with us and discover the many possibilities, or let us answer the questions you have
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