Sun Protection Blogs

Ultra-safe gardening protection for arms and hands

Ultra-safe gardening protection for arms and hands

Whether it’s a hobby or your 9-5, there is one thing gardeners can’t avoid: the sun (and probably a few thorns in the thumb as well). The right sun protective...

UV face masks: armour from early wrinkles and germs

UV face masks: armour from early wrinkles and germs

Not to be confused with cosmetic UV LED masks, face masks are all about keeping your skin safe from sun damage, wrinkles and infectious diseases. As we learn more about...

The best all-weather sun protection neck gaiters for Australia

The best all-weather sun protection neck gaiters for Australia

Neck gaiters. They’re the oddly-shaped tubular shields that deliver big protection to a fast-growing number of sun-smart Aussies. So, what is their purpose and why would you need one? What...

Top 8 must-have sun protective clothing for your Australian wardrobe

Top 8 must-have sun protective clothing for your Australian wardrobe

It’s one of the best investments you can make in preventative health: a basic but brawny collection of quality UPF50+ clothes ready to deliver unbeatable sun protection at a moment’s...

Benefits of zinc-based mineral sunscreen versus chemical sunscreens

Benefits of zinc-based mineral sunscreen versus chemical sunscreens

Sunscreen is part of everyday life as an Aussie. It saves us from hot, uncomfortable nights tossing and turning from sunburn, prevents premature aging and helps protect us from skin...

Your SParms Story: James

Your SParms Story: James

Tell us about yourself! Name, work, hobbies.Name: JamesWork: Business ConsultantHobbies: Cycling, mountain biking and road cycling, volunteer fire fighter, video games! In 3-5 words, your friends would describe you as?...

How UV protection arm sleeves cool and protect Aussie skin

How UV protection arm sleeves cool and protect Aussie skin

UV protection sun sleeves are made from UPF50+ fabrics that block out harmful UV rays and help to keep your skin cooler at the same time. Here’s your guide to...

Protection and performance: How to use sun sleeves for cycling

Protection and performance: How to use sun sleeves for cycling

Anyone who loves cycling knows that quality protective wear is as essential as a good bike. While helmets, sunglasses and padded shorts immediately spring to mind, superior sun protection is...

How sun protection gloves for driving keep you younger

How sun protection gloves for driving keep you younger

We usually don’t think much about sun protection in the car because the car itself seems like protection enough. But in fact, drivers are at huge risk of dangerous skin...

The best sun protection face masks for athletes: what to look for

The best sun protection face masks for athletes: what to look for

Sun-protective face masks look almost identical to medical-grade masks, being the same general shape and size. But that’s where the similarities end. UV protective face masks have a vital job:...

Best-selling arm sleeves and wraps (and do they work for slimming?)

Best-selling arm sleeves and wraps (and do they work for slimming?)

Can arm wraps make your arms more toned? We get asked all the time, so let’s break down the purpose of arm sleeves and wraps, the best ones to choose...

What’s the point of wearing arm covers (and what are they really called?)

What’s the point of wearing arm covers (and what are they really called?)

What are arm covers? Nope, they’re not for protecting your couch! Arm covers are sleeves you slip on your arms to defend your skin against sun damage (and they do...

How to avoid ‘leather-skin’ on your face and neck

How to avoid ‘leather-skin’ on your face and neck

It’s not just painful red skin that we get from a day’s worth of sun – after years of exposure, you might look in the mirror and see a few...

Top 5 best UV50+ arm sleeves for women in 2023

Top 5 best UV50+ arm sleeves for women in 2023

We’ve learnt the hard way that sun protection is vital, whether you’re running around the backyard after the kids, outdoors for work, or playing your favourite sport in the sun....

Sensational, must-have sun sleeves to cover your arms (perfect for men and women)

Sensational, must-have sun sleeves to cover your arms (perfect for men and women)

As you head outside to enjoy a game of golf or alfresco dining, you might have smeared a little sunscreen on your nose or popped on a hat – but...

Why zinc sunscreen is great for eczema skin

Why zinc sunscreen is great for eczema skin

Zinc is a great ingredient for those with eczema who want to use sunscreen. It's hard to find a sunscreen that doesn't make your eczema worse, but zinc oxide might...