Why UV protection in kid's clothes is optional anymore

When we think of sun safety for kids, sunscreen is usually the first line of defense. But what many parents don’t realize is that UV rays can penetrate through clothing — especially lightweight fabrics, light colors, and materials not designed with sun protection in mind.

Children’s skin is more sensitive and vulnerable to UV damage than adults’, and early exposure plays a major role in long-term skin health. Research shows that just one serious sunburn during childhood can significantly increase the risk of skin cancer later in life.

That’s why we built sun protection directly into the fabric of Eyrx shorts — because when it comes to your child’s health, passive protection matters.

☀️ Not All Clothing Protects Equally

It’s a common misconception that clothing blocks UV rays automatically. In truth, many standard garments — especially those made from untreated cotton or loose weaves — allow a significant amount of UV radiation to pass through.

Factors like fabric thickness, fiber type, color, and moisture content all influence how much protection a garment actually provides. In fact, clothing can lose over half its UV-blocking ability when wet or stretched — which, let’s be honest, happens daily with active kids.

🧒 Why It Matters for Kids

Children spend more time outside than adults and have more delicate skin, meaning they absorb more UV radiation over time. And unlike sunscreen, which needs to be reapplied frequently and often gets missed or wiped away, sun-protective clothing works automatically — no reminders, no fuss.

When kids are active, sweaty, and too busy to slow down, they need gear that’s working even when no one’s thinking about it.

🩳 Built Into Eyrx From the Start

At Eyrx, we didn’t want to create just another pair of shorts. We wanted to solve the real problems parents face — including protecting their kids from sun exposure in a way that’s simple, consistent, and built to last.

Our custom-engineered fabric offers advanced UV protection woven directly into the fibers — not sprayed on as a temporary treatment. It won’t wash out or fade away after a few laundry cycles, and it doesn’t compromise softness, breathability, or comfort.

Eyrx shorts are built for movement, made to perform, and designed to give parents peace of mind — from the playground to practice and everywhere in between.

The Bottom Line

Sunscreen is essential. But it’s not enough on its own. UV-protective clothing adds a critical layer of defense — one that doesn’t require a timer or a reminder.

That’s why every pair of Eyrx shorts includes built-in sun protection. Because when kids are free to move, they should also be protected — effortlessly.

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