Certain colours and types of clothing can offer greater protection from UV rays
A group of skin cancer experts have issued a warning to those heading out to the sun to be aware of how harmful its rays can be.
According to experts at The Skin Cancer Foundation , the colour of your clothing and what it's made of can actually make a difference to how protected you are from the sun. The material your clothing is made out of also makes a difference, as dense material makes for a better option in the sun - but this can be difficult to wear in the heat.
"On the opposite end of the spectrum are natural and lightweight fabrics , which tend to be thinner and let more light pass through."
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