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Rashguard Shirts - Stop Sunburn With Rashguard Shirts

UV rashguard shirts with SPF protection are a fantastic and economical way to stop sunburns. Let's face it, we all have gotten terrible sunburns over the years. Unfortunately, over time repeated exposure to the sun can cause serious damage to your skin and eventually lead to skin cancer. And to make things worse, today's sun is much stronger than it was a generation ago. But don't fret, this article addresses the benefits of using a rashguard shirt to protect your skin from the sun and stop sunburns!

In a nutshell, sun protection is something that cannot be ignored by you or your family. The problem with sunscreen is that it is not 100% effective. There are so many things that can go wrong. For one, sunscreen is extremely messy. Greasy sunscreen just gets everywhere and makes for an unpleasant experience while applying on your body. Also, it is often cold, which nobody likes, especially the kids. But most importantly, if you don't reapply constantly or miss a spot, you will still get a sun burn.

This summer I went to Panama, and on my first day there went on a six hour fishing trip. The boat left at 6am and being half asleep that early I wore trunks and a wife beater only, completely forgetting about bringing my uv rashguard I had packed specifically for the trip. Luckily, on the boat I was able to borrow some 30+ sunscreen and would smother the stuff every 30 minutes on every exposed area of my body including my ears and feet. When I got back to the hotel that evening my arms and shoulders were okay, but I missed spots around my armpits and shoulder blades where my wife beater had rubbed. These areas were totally fried and on the verge of blistering. I was so frustrated, because I knew if I wore my rashguard shirt these areas would have been protected.

A rashguard shirt provides SPF protection that does not rub or wash off and does not need to be reapplied. Wearing a rashguard shirt means your skin will be protected from the sun and you will not miss any spots covered by your swim shirt. Today's rashguards are comfortable and stylish, making them something you and your kids will want to wear at the beach or outdoors. Rashguard shirts are very affordable. Sunscreens are expensive and you have to keep buying more. A rashguard shirt ranges from $25-$50 depending on the brand, and typically will last 3-5 years with moderate use and proper care. But also keep in mind, you will save money on all the aloe-vera and after-sun products you will not be buying. So, are you convinced yet?

Upgrade your skin protection today and start wearing a rashguard shirt with your sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses to ensure total sun protection that will stop sunburns! Visit your local sporting goods, department store, or one of the numerous online retailers who sell a large selection of SPF rashguard shirts for you and your family.

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Xcel Stretch Rashguard (Girls) (Pink) $28.5 The Xcel Stretch Solid Rashguard is made with 8-ounce 4-way stretch fabric. UltraViolet protection is excellent, blocking over 98% of harmful UVA/UVB Radiation. An engineered, durable, and comfortable fit make this rashguard top of the line in protection and function for your little beach bums.

Xcel Solid Stretch Rashguard (Girls) (White) $28.5 The Xcel Stretch Solid Rashguard is made with 8-ounce 4-way stretch fabric. UltraViolet protection is excellent, blocking over 98% of harmful UVA/UVB Radiation. An engineered, durable, and comfortable fit make this rashguard top of the line in protection and function for your little beach bums.

O'Neill 24/7 Tech Blue Sleeveless Rashguard $24.99 The 24/7 Tech sleeveless rashguard by O'Neill goes from the water to the streets seamlessly with its DWR fabric coating that literally sheds water and loose-fit tank top cut!

Rashguard $24.95 Slippery Rashguard Protect yourself from vest and wetsuit chafing while keeping your skin protected from the sun's harmful rays. Comfortable and protective, this rash guard is just what you're looking for. No rash pattern design Flat-stitch Lycra construction Form-fitting for style and comfort

AquaSport Short Sleeve Rashguard Top $69.95 "Rash guards have become so popular! They protect from the sun, and they keep you warm in aqua class or open water. Rash guards take their name from surfers who wear them to avoid abrasions from their boards. Super sporty plus size design has contrast color at the neckline, zipper and curved body and shoulder panels. Center-front zip and chafe-free seaming allow easy on and off even when wet. The special AquaSport fabric is fast-drying and nearly impervious to chlorine. Why? This fabric builds stretch into the knitting process and uses NO spandex for maximum chlorine and fade resistance. Pack this in your bag for travel, as it dries very quickly and can also be worn simply as a shirt. Mix and Match. 50 UPF UV Sun Protection. "

Billabong Mary L/S Rashguard (WHT) $32 Before you jump in the water for another great session, be sure to have the Billabong Mary Rashguard. This long sleeve top is 91% nylon 9% spandex, and will protect your skin from board rash and chafing, also shielding it from the sun's harmful rays because it is UPF 50.

Billabong Sarah L/S Rashguard (BLK) $33 Before you jump in the water for another great session, be sure to have the Billabong Sarah Rashguard. This long sleeve top is 91% nylon 9% spandex, and will protect your skin from board rash and chafing, also shielding it from the sun's dangerous rays because it has UPF 50 protection.

Toddler Boy Pirate Shark Rashguard Swimwear $35 Colorblock rash guard swim top features a screened Ahoy Matey Pirate design. Swim trunk features a mesh lining and an allover Ahoy Matey! pirate print. Rashguard: 85% Polyester, 15% Spandex. Swim trunk: 100% Polyester. Machine wash. Available in Blue. Sizes 2T-4T.

Hurley One & Only Surf Rashguard - Black $29.5 Protection should be your top priority when you grab your board and head to the shore. Give your upper half the care it deserves with Hurley’s One & Only surf shirt. This snug rashguard offers a UPF of 40+, defending your sensitive skin from the sun’s harmful rays. Its mega-stretchy, super-lightweight material allows for maximum flexibility on the waves, so you can bust out your greatest moves in ultimate comfort and security. Safety first, dude.

Hurley One & Only Surf Rashguard - Red $29.5 Protection should be your top priority when you grab your board and head to the shore. Give your upper half the care it deserves with Hurley’s One & Only surf shirt. This snug rashguard offers a UPF of 40+, defending your sensitive skin from the sun’s harmful rays. It’s mega-stretchy, super-lightweight material allows for maximum flexibility on the waves, so you can bust out your greatest moves in ultimate comfort and security. Safety first, dude.

Hurley One & Only Surf Rashguard - White $29.5 Protection should be your top priority when you grab your board and head to the shore. Give your upper half the care it deserves with Hurley’s One & Only surf shirt. This snug rashguard offers a UPF of 40+, defending your sensitive skin from the sun’s harmful rays. It’s mega-stretchy, super-lightweight material allows for maximum flexibility on the waves, so you can bust out your greatest moves in ultimate comfort and security. Safety first, dude.

Quiksilver Toddler Outlaw Long Sleeve Rashguard - White/Black/Classic $24.95 Your lil’ dude was always a little different from other toddlers — and it didn’t just have to do with his rockin’ Mohawk. He always wants to be out on the beach and in the sand, but it’s tough constantly applying sunblock to him all the time. Thanks to the Outlaw rashguard from Quiksilver, you don’t have to worry about shielding him from the sun! This flexible top offers UPF of 50+ that provides maximum protection from UV rays and a cool, disjointed tri-colored design — making this rashguard perfect for protecting him from the sun and making sure he looks awesome at the same time.

Nike 6.0 - 6.0 Logo Rashguard (Big Kids) (Deep Purple) - Apparel $15.99 6pm.com is proud to offer the Nike 6.0 - 6.0 Logo Rashguard (Big Kids) (Deep Purple) - Apparel: Drop in on a wave and cruise on the endless ocean. ; Crew neck. ; Top sewn seaming for reduced chafe. ; Nike 6.0 chest graphic. ; Straight hem. ; 90% polyester, 10% spandex. ; Machine wash cold, flat dry. ; Imported. ; Length: 23 in ; Product measurements were taken using size SM (8 Big Kids). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Nike 6.0 - 6.0 Logo Rashguard (Big Kids) (Circuit Orange) - Apparel $15.99 6pm.com is proud to offer the Nike 6.0 - 6.0 Logo Rashguard (Big Kids) (Circuit Orange) - Apparel: Drop in on a wave and cruise on the endless ocean. ; Crew neck. ; Top sewn seaming for reduced chafe. ; Nike 6.0 chest graphic. ; Straight hem. ; 90% polyester, 10% spandex. ; Machine wash cold, flat dry. ; Imported. ; Length: 23 in ; Product measurements were taken using size SM (8 Big Kids). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Nike 6.0 - 6.0 Logo Rashguard (Big Kids) (B Cactus) - Apparel $15.99 6pm.com is proud to offer the Nike 6.0 - 6.0 Logo Rashguard (Big Kids) (B Cactus) - Apparel: Drop in on a wave and cruise on the endless ocean. ; Crew neck. ; Top sewn seaming for reduced chafe. ; Nike 6.0 chest graphic. ; Straight hem. ; 90% polyester, 10% spandex. ; Machine wash cold, flat dry. ; Imported. ; Length: 23 in ; Product measurements were taken using size SM (8 Big Kids). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Beach Belle® Solid Black Rashguard $29 Beach Belle® Solid Black Rashguard

Xcel Men's Drylock L/S Rashguard (BLK) $48 Xcel men's Drylock rashguard.

Xcel Drylock L/S Rashguard (LTG) $48 Xcel men's rashguard

Xcel Ventx L/s Rashguard (Sea Blue) $40 Breathable 4-way performance stretch top, UV protection, moisture wicking, and quick drying.

Kimi & Li Puff Sleeve Rashguard Set (Leopard) $54 - Established in 2005 by Shane Dorian's wife, Lisa Dorian, the Kimi & Li swimsuit line is definitely for the hard to please, trend setting toddler. Dancing through the water without a care in the world, sand in your hair, the light smell of sunscreen and a sun kissed nosee  to feel so fancy you could spin. This is a e´Kimi & Lie¶ girl. - Our twist on the rash guard. Love the puff sleeves on this top! Your little one wone†t even mind the coverage. This comes as a set. Short sleeve rash guard and matching bottoms. Perfect for those long days at the beach. - - XS (newborn - 1 year) - S ( 1-2 years) - M (2-4 years) - L (4-6 years) - XL (6 plus)

Quiksilver Legion White Rashguard $34.99 Stay protected as you surf the waves in this Legion lycra rashguard by Quiksilver with UVtech for the ultimate sun protection!

Quiksilver Rock Steady White Rashguard $28 Rock the waves in this rashguard from Quiksilver featuring UVtech for the ultimate in sun protection!

Roxy Delish Pink Juniors Rashguard $29.99 Catch some waves and attention in this brightly stylish Delish rashguard by Roxy!

O'neill 24/7 Rashguard (Coal) $36 The O'Neill 24/7 rashguard is made of 93%nylon/7%spandex. It features a screened logo on the chest, back right shoulder and left sleeve, a boardshort cord, and UV protection.

Rusty Corpo White Rashguard $26 Get iconic Rusty style while protecting your bod in the surf with the Corpo rashguard featuring flatloc stitching, a crew neckline and large branding across the chest!

Toddler Boy Surfer Rashguard $14 Lil' Surfer Dude screened rashguard shirt with contrasting color stitching. 92% Polyester, 8% Spandex. Machine wash. Available in White. Sizes 2T-4T.

O'Neill Skins Day Away Juniors Long Sleeve Rashguard - White/Hot Coral $41.95 Keep your bod protected, girl — you only have one! Luckily, O’Neill has designed this Skins Day Away rashguard or else you might find yourself gettin’ pretty beat up after a surf sesh. This super-lightweight long sleeve guard features a quick-dry, 4-way stretch material that also contains a U.P.F. of 50+, providing you with ultimate protection against the elements, your board and sun fatigue. Plus, it’s got custom branding printed across the chest and matching bright stripe designs along the sides, so you’re destined to look pretty fly, too. Nothing says "I've got it covered" like this top, no way.

Lost Muse Turquoise Rashguard $29.5 Get UV protection that's out of this world with the Muse lycra rashguard from Lost featuring a printed planet logo on the chest and a 51+ rating to block 97.5% of UV rays!

Lost Muse White Rashguard $29.5 Get UV protection that's out of this world with the Muse lycra rashguard from Lost featuring a printed planet logo on the chest and a 51+ rating to block 97.5% of UV rays!

Head Hunter Rashguard Gel (Gel) $8 This rashguard gel from headhunter comes in 3 fl oz. and is designed to help prevent and treat skin irritation.

Quiksilver Live Wire Gray Rashguard $35 Hit the seas in slick Quiksilver protection with this Live Wire lycra rashguard featuring UVtech!

Quiksilver El Porto Gray Rashguard $29.99 Get major performance and style with this El Porto lycra rashguard by Quiksilver with UVtech to keep you protected!

Quiksilver Rock Steady White/Navy Rashguard $28 Rock the waves in this rashguard from Quiksilver featuring UVtech for the ultimate in sun protection!

Volcom Stone Rashguard - Blue $29.5 Tear up the water with your fiery moves but ditch the sunburn in the Stone rashguard from Volcom. It features a screen print logo on the chest, branding on the right arm, flat lock stitching for comfort and Volcom Modulator technology with 51+ UV protection, because a sunburn is never in style, dude.

Volcom Stone White Rashguard $25 Tear up the water with your fiery moves but ditch the sunburn in the Stone rashguard from Volcom. It features a screen print logo on the chest, branding on the right arm, flat lock stitching for comfort and Volcom Modulator technology with 51+ UV protection, because a sunburn is never in style, dude.

Volcom Colorblock Rashguard - Blue $29.5 A hardcore surfer like you needs some topnotch gear to tackle those gnarly waves. To keep up with your lifestyle, Volcom used the best modern-day technology to bring you the Colorblock Rashguard. Built with the same power and precision as their best-selling boardshorts, this rashguard is from Volcom’s trashguard line—the next level of performance surf gear. It features a screen print logo on the chest, branding on the right arm, flat lock stitching for comfort, 50+ UV protection, Volcom’s modulator technology and contrast color panels fading down the sides so you can hit the waves with style.

Volcom Colorblock Rashguard - White $29.5 A hardcore surfer like you needs some topnotch gear to tackle those gnarly waves. To keep up with your lifestyle, Volcom used the best modern-day technology to bring you the Colorblock Rashguard. Built with the same power and precision as their best-selling boardshorts, this rashguard is from Volcom’s trashguard line—the next level of performance surf gear. It features a screen print logo on the chest, branding on the right arm, flat lock stitching for comfort, 50+ UV protection, Volcom’s modulator technology and contrast color panels fading down the sides so you can hit the waves with style.

Toddler Boy Beach Bums Rashguard $14 Boys Beach Bums rashguard shirt with contrasting color stitching. 92% Polyester, 8% Spandex. Machine wash. Available in Red. Sizes 2T-4T.

O'Neill Skins Rashguard - White $36.95 Look, tan is good, beet red is bad. Whether it be from the sun or the wax, red, blistered skin is not gonna score you points with the girls! Protect your social life while you're hitting the barrel with this rashguard from O'Neill. The 50+ U.P.F. will keep you out there all day so you can perfect that crazy trick you're working on and ensure you look good when you come ashore to chat up the ladies!

Volcom Fade Rashguard - White $29.5 Don't let shoddy surf gear affect your performance. Keep going strong in the Fade rashguard from Volcom. It features a screen print logo on the chest, branding on the right arm, flat lock stitching for comfort 51+ UV protection and contrast color panels fading down the sides so you can keep hitting the waves without losing your edge.

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