According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, a person¹s risk for melanoma doubles after five or more sunburns, making skin protection a priority for families preparing to hit sunny destinations this spring break. It can be overwhelming getting everyone packed and ready, and bringing along sun protection is often overlooked. Coolibar , makers of sun-protective clothing for the whole family that looks good, wears well and lasts a lifetime.
In 2014, the acting Surgeon General issued a ³Call to Action to Prevent Skin Cancer² because skin cancer rates continue to increase, even though most cases of skin cancer are preventable. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends sun protective clothing as the first line of defense , and Coolibar is the first sun protective clothing line to receive the SCF¹s Seal of Recommendation.
For the review I received the ZnO Sun Wrap that can be worn as a beach cover-up or as a cardigan. This wonderful wrap is available in 11 different colors, including some of your basic neutral tones. Available in sizes X-small through 3X. Rated UPF 50+
The fabrication is fantastic! It is light-weight but yet, not flimsy at all. It is made out of breathable ZnO SUNTECT cotton/viscose from bamboo/spandex blend. It measures 29″ long so you get plenty of body coverage and I love the open front. There are not buttons or zippers to fumble with and it has a stylish shawl collar. Besides the design of this cover-up I appreciate that it’s machine wash and tumble dry on low.
Right now it is still too cold here for mom & I to go outside and model this for ya with our bathing suits so instead my mother is modeling it styled as a cardigan over her short-sleeved top. As I previously stated, you can wear it as a bathing suit cover-up or wear it as a stylish cardigan or jacket. One piece of advice, you will want to order it true-to-size. This one fits my mother a little big because she is one size smaller than me…it fits me perfectly!
You all know I share a ton of vacation photos with all of you on our blog & on Facebook so I guarantee you that you will see me wearing this once we hit the beach house in May. I love how this cover-up just drapes across the body and gives you plenty of coverage but yet…is breathable! This summer I will be wearing it as a bathing suit cover-up and also as a light-weight summer jacket/cardigan. Just gorgeous!
You can learn more about this item and the other items that Coolibar has to offer by visiting their site online. Check out the company on Facebook too.
Disclaimer: Shelly H. has personally reviewed the product listed above. Shelly has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Shelly did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Please read our Terms of Service & Disclaimer Policy before entering our giveaways. This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Google+ in any way. Thanks!
I live in Florida and love Coolibar products. Both my husband and I have them in our wardrobe year round.
I really like the look of this wrap. It is very flattering and I like the lines. It doesnt look too heavy and I like the feautures you describe and the color os beautiful.
I am someone who wears sunscreen whenever I go out in the sun. The ZnO Sun Wrap looks like an item that I should definitely own. Thank you for sharing this review.
Many of my running outfits have a sun-protective feature and I so appreciate it living in a sunny state. Two of my family members are skin cancer survivors so I make sure I protect myself when going out. Great colors on the sun wrap.
I love the idea of protective clothing. This wrap is great because it can be a cardigan or bathing suit coverup. I like all,the different colors.
I need to check this out. I’ve been good about sunscreen year round and staying covered up from hat to shoes, but I know sometimes, just because a shirt is long sleeves doesn’t mean it is protecting my skin. I need this!!!