Why Choose equatorsun for Sun Protection?
Learn why you should choose equatorsun for sun protection. Offering UPF 50+ clothing, swimwear, and sun hats to keep you protected, no matter where you are.
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Live life safe in the sun with equatorsun
Enjoying the outdoors shouldn’t come at the cost of your skin health. The sun’s UV radiation causes skin cancer and premature ageing, just to name a few of its damaging effects. That’s why sun protection is so important.
How equatorsun Started?
equatorsun was founded by my mother, Annette, shortly after being diagnosed with melanoma. Her mission was clear: to provide clothing and swimwear that actually protected people from the sun without constant reapplication of sunscreen. Tragically, Annette lost her battle with melanoma, but her vision lives on. Today, my family continues her work, ensuring that equatorsun remains a trusted name in sun safety.
Why Choose equatorsun?
Australian Sun Protection Brought to the UK & Europe
Since its inception, equatorsun has been focussed on providing the highest quality and most effective UPF 50+ sun protective clothing and swimwear. We found that the best way to deliver this to our customers was to venture across the world to Australia. Here you can find the most intense sun and the harshest sun protection standards. In fact, sunscreen and the UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating system was invented in Australia. It had the perfect recipe for a high-quality sun protective clothing brand.
We didn’t stop here though. We researched sun protective clothing and swimwear suppliers and found the original sun protective brand in Australia: Stingray. Founded in 1986, Stingray has been distributing sun protection to the people of Australia and internationally for almost 40 years, a global leader in sun protection clothing. Fast forward to now, equatorsun has been selling Stingray sun protective clothing, swimwear and sun hats for almost 20 years.
It's been a success. People love the garments we sell. They’re soft, comfortable and breathable, every feature that most sun protective clothing lacks. For our European customers, they take particular comfort knowing that our UPF swimwear and clothing are tested to the highest standards, providing reliable protection even under Australia's harshest sun. Over the years we continually see a growing loyal base of returning customers. Here's why:
Highest Quality Sun Protection
All of our products are rated the highest UPF 50+ sun protection rating. In fact, our products meet and exceed the strict Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 4399:1996, and are even featured on the Australian government's website! Our products protect against the harshest sun intensities in the world, so you can be sure that it will protect you no matter where you are in the world.
To quote from our supplier, Stingray:
“Unmatched by any other supplier of similar products. You can be sure you are dealing with the original and best sun protection products supplier worldwide.”
Extensive Coverage
What's the point of sun protective clothing if it doesn't cover you properly? Sun protective clothing isn't just about the material it’s made from; it's also about how much coverage it provides. At equatorsun, we carefully select clothing and swimwear that offers maximum skin coverage, with features like high collars, extended sleeves, and wide brims.
Comfortable, Breathable and Movable
Sun protective clothing is designed to block tiny UV rays, which means the fabric has to be tightly woven. Because of this, many people assume that such clothing isn’t breathable and may be uncomfortable to wear.
However, at Equatorsun, we’ve designed all of our clothing, swimwear, and sun hats to be both breathable and comfortable, with careful attention to detail like bespoke fabrics and strategically placed ventilation.
Not only breathable and comfortable, but our clothing is made for everyday life and active living. Whether you’re enjoying outdoor activities or simply having a coffee at the park, each piece is designed to allow you to move freely.
With over 40 years of experience in sun protective clothing, every product we offer has undergone continuous refinement based on customer feedback. This ensures that each item not only protects you from the sun but also provides a comfortable and enjoyable wearing experience.
Trusted Partner
We've partnered and been recommended by charities and organisations to help spread sun protection as far as possible. We help communities affected by conditions like lupus, vitiligo, and psoriasis in combating the challenges of sun exposure.
Our Sun-Safe Range
Sun protection doesn’t have to compromise comfort or style. Our range has your whole family covered:
- Women's UPF Clothing: Sunsuits, tops, bottoms, sun hats, and accessories.
- Men's UPF Clothing: Sunsuits, tops, bottoms, sun hats, and accessories.
- Children's UPF Clothing: Sunsuits, tops, bottoms, sun hats, and accessories.
- Infant/Baby/Toddler UPF Clothing: Sunsuits, tops, bottoms, sun hats, and accessories.
Each piece is designed for maximum comfort and protection.
FAQs About equatorsun
UPF 50+ indicates that the fabric blocks more than 98% of the sun's UV radiation, offering excellent protection.
Look for clothing with a high UPF rating (50+ is ideal), and consider the design features such as long sleeves, high collars, and wide brims. At Equatorsun, every item is carefully selected and tested to meet these standards, ensuring you’re getting the best possible protection.
No, equatorsun currently only sells Stingray sun protective clothing, swimwear, and sun hats.
Many customers have shared that their equatorsun suits have lasted for years, with some even over a decade! Our clothing is very durable to say the least. Nonetheless, the sun protection in our clothing is built to last through regular wear and washing, as long as you follow the care instructions provided.
Equatorsun’s sun protection clothing is specifically designed with fabrics that offer a high UPF 50+ rating, blocking more than 97.5% of harmful UV rays. Our clothing also includes thoughtful design features like extended sleeves, high collars, and wide brims, ensuring maximum coverage to protect your skin from the sun.
In contrast, regular clothing provides minimal sun protection. For example, a typical cotton t-shirt has a sun protection factor equivalent to SPF 5, allowing around 20% of UV rays to reach your skin. In comparison, Equatorsun's swimwear and clothing let through no more than 2% of UV rays, offering significantly better protection.
Yes, we offer shipping to various countries. Please check our shipping information page for details.
We accept returns and exchanges within a specified period. Please refer to our returns policy for more information.
Choosing equatorsun…
Choosing equatorsun means prioritising your family's sun safety without sacrificing comfort or style. With our high-quality, Australian-made UPF 50+ clothing and our commitment to sun protection education, you and your family can enjoy the outdoors with confidence.