Introducing Sun Protective Undercover Waterwear

Undercover Waterwear is an innovative brand of sun protective swim and casual wear, perfect for summer beach vacations and lounging by the pool, all while preserving modesty. {Product provided for review/feature consideration}

The warm weather beckons! Before you go, don’t forget to protect yourself against the sun’s harsh, damaging rays. The sun is responsible for 80% of premature skin aging and is a known cause of skin cancer. Most dermatologists recommend using 30+ SPF and keeping skin covered as much as possible. Undercover Waterwear’s swim collection provides women and girls with swimwear that is both sun protective and modest. It’s perfect for when you want to be active and look good all while staying safe in the sun.

Undercover Waterwear lets you enjoy any water activity such as swimming, jet-skiing, boating or going to water parks. Undercover Waterwear’s modest swimwear is worn on top of your own swim suit, so you can buy just one swim suit and a bunch of swim dresses and swimskirts and you're ready for your aquatic adventure! All swimwear is made of a special Lycra and Spandex swim fabric that is chlorine-proof, non-clingy in water and has UPF 50+—it protects your skin from the suns strong rays without having to apply sun-screen.

Before you dive into the pool or swing the golf club, make sure you’re practicing proper sun safety for yourself and family. The temps are heating up and the sun’s UV rays are extremely damaging to your skin. The sun is responsible for 80% of premature skin aging and is a known cause of skin cancer. Below UnderCover WaterWear shares their top sun safety tips to help you have a safe and sunburn-free summer!

• Avoid Peak UV Hours—the sun is at its peak between the hours of 10:00 am – 3:00 pm when damaging UV rays are at their highest. Limit sun exposure during this time frame. Plan walks and swim lessons outside of this timeframe if possible.
• Find or Make Shade—if you’re going to be outside with your kids, try and play in the shade as much as possible. Take an umbrella or canopy to the beach. Keep infants in the shade at all times as they lack the tanning pigments known as melanin to protect their skin and most sunscreens are for babies 6+ months. The American Academy of Pediatrics only approves sunscreen use on babies under 6 months if no other option is available.
• Use SPF 30+ Broad Spectrum Sunscreen—from summer to winter, always wear a sunscreen that’s at least 30 SPF. Look for a broad spectrum sunscreen that prevents sunburn and protects against skin damage (UVA and UVB rays). Many sunscreens only protect against sunburn. Apply 30 minutes prior to going out into the sun to allow time for the sunscreen to bind to skin. Reapply every 2 hours at the minimum. Sunscreens should also be reapplied immediately after swimming, toweling off, or sweating.
• How Much Sunscreen to Apply—each person should be applying approximately 1 ounce of sunscreen prior to sun exposure—this is about the size of a shot glass full. If you’re planning on being in the sun for an extended amount of time, plan on using ¼ to ½ of an 8 ounce bottle.
• Wear a Hat & Sunglasses—protect your skin and eyes from the sun’s damaging rays by wearing protective clothing, sunglasses, and a hat. Make sure your sunglasses provide UV protection. UV radiation is the leading cause of cataracts. Are you prone to melasma (the brown patches women tend to get on their faces)? One of the most common treatments for melasma is sun protection. So put on a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to help prevent the spots from starting.
• Wear Sunscreen When It’s Cloudy—up to 40 percent of the sun's ultraviolet radiation reach you on a completely cloudy day. This misperception often leads to the most serious sunburns, because people spend all day outdoors with no protection from the sun. So slather on the sunscreen on cloudy days too.
• Sun Safety at School & Daycare—know your school and daycare policy on sunscreen. Some schools are not allowed to apply sunscreen to children or treat it like a medicine and need written approval from the parent. Know your school and daycare policy, but also play it safe by applying to your child before they leave as well. If allowed, send them with a sun hat and protective clothing.
• Avoid Sunburns at All Costs—too many sunburns can lead to skin problems in adulthood including skin cancer. Also keep in mind that although tanned skin may look more appealing, tanned skin is actually sun damage as well.

UnderCover WaterWear is available in Girl’s, Women’s and Plus sizes. Find more great styles by visiting www.undercoverwaterwear.com. You can also find them on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and You Tube. Until next time...