DESIGNED FOR OPTIMAL PROTECTION
THE UV-EXTRA™ PRODUCT RANGE
UV Protection 80 – The most demanding textile standard
Why choose UPF 80 certified clothing?
Unlike the “UV 50” claims often based on laboratory tests, the UV Standard 801 label measures a textile’s protection in real-life conditions of use:
After multiple washes,
When wet (sweat, swimming),
Stretched and worn over time.
👉 Result: a UVEA garment certified UPF 80 blocks 97.5% to 99% of UV rays, even after prolonged use.
The UV Standard 801 tests
Resistance to moisture and wear:
Our fabrics maintain their effectiveness even when wet or after years of use.
Protection after washing:
Unlike simple textiles (e.g. cotton), our UV-protective clothing maintains the same performance after many washes.
Comparison with conventional fabrics
Textile
UPF à sec
UPF mouillé
Pourcentage UV bloqués
Coton blanc classique
10
2
≈ 90 % sec / 50 % mouillé
Polyester standard
15-20
10
93 % sec / 80 % mouillé
UVEA certifié UPF 80
80
80
99 %
👉 This difference explains why a simple cotton T-shirt is not enough to protect the skin, especially that of children.
The benefits of UVEA for your children
Children’s skin is particularly vulnerable. That is why our UV-protective children’s collections are designed to ensure maximum protection during outdoor activities, at the beach as well as at the pool. Our iconic models such as the long-sleeve UV-protective women’s shirt or the recycled men’s swimsuit illustrate our commitment: combining textile performance with environmental responsibility.
Tests effectués selon le protocole UV standard 801 , en laboratoire indépendant
RESULT
R1 : Shoulder Knitted Baby T-Shirt Printed - WHITE
R2 : Shoulder Knitted Baby T-Shirt Printed - PINK
R3 : Shoulder Knitted Baby T-Shirt Printed - BLUE
Measurement of UV protection factor
Screening
(Mean UPF)
R1 WHITE
433
R2 PINK
474
R3 BLUE
409
Measurement of UV protection factor according to UVS 801
R3 BLUE
Screening
New, stretched
New, stretched, wetted
Abraded, Screening
Abraded, stretched
Abraded, stretched, wetted
Washed, Screening
Washed, stretched
Washed, stretched, wetted
Mean UPF
428
228
312
422
228
313
483
216
165
UVS-801 Rating 80
80
R1 : Front and back knit Baby printed T-Shirt - WHITE
R2 : Front and back knit Baby printed T-Shirt - PINK
R3 : Front and back knit Baby printed T-Shirt - BLUE
Measurement of UV protection factor
Screening
(Mean UPF)
R1 WHITE
346
R2 PINK
290
R3 BLUE
257
Measurement of UV protection factor according to UVS 801