What does a rating of UPF 50+ mean?
The fabric used in many of our hats has a rating of UPF 50+. This simply means that this fabric only allows 1/50th of the UV radiation falling on the surface of the hat to penetrate. The high-density fabrics have been independently tested by a third party company assuring you of a tighter woven premium hat that protects your skin against the harmful UV rays. Wearing UPF 50+ (not SPF) rated hats are a smart healthy habit for protection from harmful UV sun rays.
UPF vs. SPF
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UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) - Used to measure effectiveness of Protective Fabrics
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SPF (Sun Protection Factor) - Used to measure effectiveness of Sunscreens
Learn More:
Sun Protective Clothing - UPF Ratinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sun_protective_clothing#UPF_ratingHats: Stylish and Sun Protective
Wearing a hat can be an important weapon in skin protection.