
No matter the season, no matter the weather, if you’re spending time outdoors, you need to be thinking about sun protection. These days, a lot of outdoor gear like hiking pants and running tops boasts labels advertising UPF certification, and if you’re a bit skeptical, you might be thinking – doesn’t all clothing provide sun protection?
Is so-called UPF clothing just a clever marketing ploy to get you to spend more money, or does certain clothing actually provide better sun protection? Read on to get your questions answered.