What color clothes are best for sun protection? Scientific data tells you the answer
As the summer heat continues, sun protection has become a hot topic across the Internet. In the past 10 days, topics such as #sun protection clothing color selection# and #physical sun protection skills# have been read more than 200 million times on social platforms. This article will combine the latest research and hot discussions on the Internet, and use structured data to analyze the sun protection effect of different colors of clothing for you.
1. Popularity list of sun protection related topics across the Internet
| Ranking | topic | platform | amount of discussion | heat cycle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun protection clothing color selection | Weibo/Xiaohongshu | 58 million | last 7 days |
| 2 | Physical sunscreen vs chemical sunscreen | Douyin/Bilibili | 32 million | last 5 days |
| 3 | Summer sun protection misunderstandings | Zhihu/Baidu | 21 million | Last 10 days |
| 4 | Celebrity sun protection tips | little red book | 18 million | last 3 days |
2. Comparison of sun protection effects of clothing of different colors
According to the latest test data from the China Textile and Apparel Association (July 2024), under the same material (100% cotton) conditions, the UVB blocking rates of clothing of various colors are as follows:
| color | UPF value | UV blocking rate | Endothermic degree |
|---|---|---|---|
| deep red | 45 | 98.2% | high |
| Navy blue | 42 | 97.6% | high |
| black | 40 | 97.1% | extremely high |
| deep purple | 38 | 96.8% | Middle to high |
| white | 15 | 85.3% | low |
| light yellow | 18 | 88.7% | medium low |
3. Scientific sun protection dressing suggestions
1.Color selection priority:Dark color>Light color>Light color. Experiments show that the UV blocking rate of dark red clothing is 13 percentage points higher than that of white clothing.
2.Material influence: The sun protection effect of polyester fiber is better than that of cotton, and the UPF value of polyester fabrics of the same color is 20% higher on average.
3.Dressing Tips:
- Wear light colors on the inside + dark colors on the outside: taking into account both coolness and sun protection
- Choose sun-protective clothing with a brim: it can reduce 20% of facial UV exposure
- Cuff cuff design: prevent ultraviolet rays from entering through gaps
4. Top 5 popular sunscreen products on the Internet
| product type | Represent the brand | Hot search index | core selling point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark red sun protection clothing | UV100 | 9.8 | UPF50+ |
| Navy blue ice sleeves | Under the banana | 9.5 | Contact cooling technology |
| black sun mask | ohsunny | 9.2 | Breathable and does not remove makeup |
| camouflage sun protection pants | Decathlon | 8.7 | Applicable to multiple scenarios |
| gradient sun hat | VVC | 8.5 | Fashion + Protection |
5. Special reminder from experts
1. Color is not the only factor;Clothing densityMore important. Tests show that for the same red clothing, the blocking rate of tightly woven fabrics is 34% higher than that of loose fabrics.
2. The sun protection effect of all colors of clothing will decrease by 20-30% when wet. It is recommended to prepare a change of clothes.
3. According to the recommendations of the World Health Organization, even if you wear sun protective clothing,noon time(10:00-14:00) Sunscreen still needs to be used.
To sum up, dark red, navy blue and other dark colors have obvious advantages in sun protection effect, but they need to be paired with breathable materials. It is recommended to choose clothing that can effectively protect you from the sun without causing excessive heat based on your own activity scenarios, so as to make summer protection more scientific and efficient.
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