There are many options to choose from, and an excellent choice is a sleeveless or a tank top rash guard.
According to Kelly Roper, sleeveless rash vest not only protect your torso but they're also a hot swimwear look this summer.
Given the pain and discomfort that accompany an underwater abrasion or a sun burn, not to mention the long term skin damage and increased risk for skin cancer a burn can cause, it certainly makes sense to protect yourself.
This swim wear is a simple and fool proof way to accomplish this and it won't wash off in the water like sun screens do Sun Protection The sun emits harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays which are the primary cause of skin damage.
The weave and the type of fabric found in a high quality water wear will block nearly all of these UV rays.
When choosing a rash vest make sure that it is Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) rated.
The higher the rating the better the protection will be.
A UPF rating of 30+ means that only 1/30th of the UV rays will get through to the skin, said differently 96.
66% of UV rays will be blocked.
Similarly, a UPF rating of 50+ means all but 1/50th or 98% of the sun UV rays will be blocked.
At this level you are virtually free from any chance of skin damage for the areas that the rash guard covers.
Abrasions There are many opportunities for abrasions underwater, rocks, coral, equipment straps and sand to name a few.
A rash guard serves as a protective outer layer for your skin and can help reduce the chances of getting inadvertent scratches and scrapes that come with underwater exploring.
Wearing a sleeveless rash guard is a simple and effective way for you to avoid unnecessary injury to your torso while diving or snorkelling.
Added Mobility Although the fabric in a top quality rash guard is designed to stretch easily while being worn, sometimes you may want a freer full range of motion for your arms and upper body.
Whether you are in the water or outdoors enjoying the sunshine, a sleeveless rash guard provides that freedom without compromising its protective qualities.
Doubles as an Undergarment Do you know a well fitting sleeveless rash guard is a perfect undergarment for your wetsuit? They do a great job of long lasting protection against irritation and rash caused when moist skin rubs against the neoprene inside a wetsuit.