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Prevent Sunburn With UV Wristbands
June 2, 2009 at 11:30 AM by Cafe Kim - Comments (5)
I'm freckly with really fair skin, so despite my best efforts (and constant sunscreen application), I'm always getting sunburn in the summer. That's why these new, sun-safe UV SunSense wristbands caught my eye—they change color to let you know when to reapply sunscreen and when to get out of the sun.
The band monitors how much UV radiation the wearer has soaked up. Here's how it works: The wristbands start off orange. Place wristband on your wrist, color side-up, and apply sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) to exposed skin and over the band. When the wrist is exposed to sunlight, it immediately turns purple to indicate that it has been activated. When the band turns brown, that means it's time to apply more sunscreen. If it turns orange/peach, it is recommended that you get out of the sun. They even work in water!
Cost is $5.87-$7.89 for a package of seven. I found them at Amazon.com, or you can check the official Web site for more retail locations.
Would you wear a UV wristband this summer?
FILED UNDER: products, summer safety
Comments:
These UV wristbands are great for those who cannot remember. IMO you can never be too careful when it comes to protecting yourself from the sun. This would be great for teens who don't pay attention to time.
I think they are cool. Being red haired, freckled and very easy to burn I think that this will help people with sun-sensitives. Plus helping with those days that you really don'realize that you are getting sun (overcast days) to remind you that you still need to reapply
I think they sound awesome as well, you can NEVER be too careful in the sun now days. But it kinda sucks they are a one time use only. $6-$8 for a package is pretty cheap but how many would you need for your whole family to use all summer long?
Neat idea , thanks for sharing.
I think it looks good. I am fair and burn easily as well and am super paranoid about sun exposure. I think something like a sticker might work better than a wristband though.
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What a ridiculous waste of money. Just remember to reapply!
Babygirl1971 Jun. 2, 2009 at 11:56 AM