Summer Clothing Tips for UV Protection
When the sun is blazing and the outdoor temperature is higher than your body, you might think light-colored clothes are always cooler. While light colors do reflect some heat, they are less effective at absorbing harmful UV rays, which can lead to sunburn during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Surprisingly, red clothing can be a better choice for long hours under the sun.
Absorbs UV Rays: Red light has a longer wavelength, which allows it to absorb and filter more ultraviolet rays from sunlight, reducing skin damage.
Reflects Heat Radiation: While absorbing UV rays, red clothing can reflect red light and infrared rays, helping to reduce heat buildup and keeping you cooler.
Indoors or Cooler Weather?
In air-conditioned rooms, on cloudy days, or at night, darker colors can actually make you feel cooler. Dark clothes absorb heat quickly and release it faster, creating an airflow effect that helps sweat evaporate, taking away heat from your skin.
Fabric Matters More Than You ThinkFor hot weather, choose natural fibers:
Cotton – Breathable, sweat-absorbing.
Linen – Large pores, excellent breathability and moisture absorption.
Silk – Soft, lightweight, and cooling to the touch.
Loose-fitting clothes with open collars, cuffs, and pant legs improve ventilation, making you feel fresher even in high temperatures.
Pro Tip: In extreme heat, wearing less doesn’t always mean feeling cooler. When the outside temperature equals or exceeds your skin temperature, your body can’t release heat effectively — it can even absorb more heat, increasing the risk of heatstroke.
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