TWO FORMS OF PROTECTION

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SPF and UPF both protect against UV radiation, but they do so in different ways. SPF protects with a product applied to the skin. UPF protects with a certified fabric worn over the skin.

Together, they form a stronger daily protection routine.

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THE BASICS

THE SAME UV, DIFFERENT MEASURES

UPF and SPF are often mentioned in the same breath, yet each describes a different form of protection. Both relate to UV radiation but are measured, applied, and assessed differently. The difference lies not only in the product but also in how the protection reaches the skin and becomes part of a daily routine.

TWO PROTECTIVE FACTORS

UPF VERSUS SPF

Both offer UV protection, but in different ways. Discover the differences between UPF for protective fabrics and SPF for sunscreens.

UPF 50+ is the highest official protection rating for sun-protective fabric. This classification means that a maximum of 1/50th of the UV radiation can penetrate the material.

SPF 50+ is the highest official protection category for sunscreens within Europe. SPF only works as intended when sufficient product is applied and the protective layer is renewed in a timely manner.

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WEARABLE PROTECTION

UPF

Protective textiles form a physical layer between the skin and UV radiation. Putting them on provides immediate protection.

APPLICATION
Protective textiles
START
Immediately upon wearing
ROUTINE
To attract
Unbranded sunscreen for skin SPF

PROTECTION TO SPREAD

SPF

Sunscreen is applied to the skin and works well when enough product is used and reapplied in a timely manner.

APPLICATION
Product for the skin
START
According to directions for use
ROUTINE
Apply liberally and reapply

THE DIFFERENCE AT A GLANCE

WHAT DOES IT STAND FOR?

UPF

Ultraviolet Protection Factor.

SPF

Sun Protection Factor.

WHERE IS IT USED?

UPF

In certified protective textiles.

SPF

In sunscreens for the skin.

How does it work?

UPF

The fabric blocks a large portion of UVA and UVB radiation before it reaches the skin

SPF

The product absorbs, scatters or reflects UV radiation on the skin.

HOW IS IT USED?

UPF

By covering the skin with the textile.

SPF

By applying the product generously and evenly.

When does the protection start?

UPF

Immediately upon wearing the fabric

SPF

After approximately 30 minutes.

UPF and SPF are not interchangeable. Together, protective textiles, shade, and sunscreen can be part of a conscious UV routine.

THE PRACTICAL ROUTINE

WHEN SPF AND WHEN UPF?

SPF and UPF protect in different ways. Use SPF on skin that remains uncovered and UPF-protective fabric on skin that can be easily covered. Together, they form a complete daily protection routine.

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SKIN PROTECTION

UpF

Use UPF protective fabric on skin that can easily be covered.

  • Hands and back of hands
  • Immediately protected once the fabric is worn
  • No waiting time before exposure
  • No reapplication needed
  • Protection remains as long as the skin is covered
  • Practical when driving, getting a manicure, cycling, and during outdoor activities


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Protection for areas that cannot be covered.

Apply liberally and evenly about 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply frequently, especially after swimming, sweating, toweling off or friction.

SPF

SKIN PROTECTION

SPF

Apply sunscreen to skin not covered by clothing or protective fabric.

  • Face, ears and neck
  • Shoulders and arms
  • Fingertips
  • Legs, ankles and feet
  • Décolletage and other exposed areas
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Wearing is protecting.

Protected instantly, as soon as the UPF-protective fabric is worn. The protection doesn't need to be absorbed and doesn't need to be reapplied. As long as the skin is fully covered by the fabric, the protection remains.

WHAT MAKES HANDSOME SKIN DIFFERENT

SPF IS VALUABLE, UPF CONTINUES TO PROTECT

Handsome Skin uses certified UPF 50+ protective fabrics. The skin on the hands remains covered, while nails and fingertips remain free for phone use, touch, grip, and precision.


The protection is not a temporary layer on the material. It originates from the fabric itself and does not need to be reapplied during the day.


This makes the gloves particularly practical during times when sunscreen on the hands wears off more quickly, for example, due to washing, friction, sweating, or repeated use of a phone and steering wheel. From manicures to driving and from cycling to daily outdoor activities: putting them on makes protection part of the moment.

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THE FORGOTTEN ZONE

HANDS ARE OFTEN FORGOTTEN

The face is increasingly receiving daily SPF. Hands, on the other hand, are often forgotten, even though they are directly exposed to light during many daily activities.

Sunscreen on the hands can also wear off more quickly due to:

  • washing hands;
  • contact with clothing and bags;
  • friction on a steering wheel or bicycle handlebar;
  • use of a phone and other objects;
  • sweating during outdoor activities.

Therefore, covering hands with UPF-protective fabric can be a practical addition to an existing skincare routine.

EXPERT ON DAILY PROTECTION

CREAM FADES. FABRIC STAYS.

“SPF only works optimally after about twenty minutes. Washing your hands means reapplying. This is almost impossible to keep up with in daily life.”

CHARLOTTE FRANKE · COSMETIC DOCTOR KNMG

TWO CARRYING FEELINGS

CHOOSE YOUR DESIRED LEVEL OF SUPPORT

MY SHIELD provides a strong on protection, reliable feel when worn, offering immediate protection. MY MINERAL feels light and supple, like a second skin. Five colours, one certified UPF 50+ standard.

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MY SHIELD QUARTZ CREME UPF 50+ handschoenen met open-tip design

MY SHIELD

QUARTZ

Warm neutral tone with a robust, protective feel.

€29.95
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MY SHIELD SILVER UPF 50+ handschoenen met open-tip design

My Shield

SILVER

Cool silver-grey with a firm, refined feel.

€29.95
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Handsome Skin MY SHIELD BASALT UPF 50+ UV-handschoenen met open-tip design

My Shield

BASALT

Deep black, powerful, and strongly protective.

€29.95
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MY MINERAL KUNZITE licht paarse UPF 50+ handschoenen met verfijnde pasvorm en open vingertoppen

MY MINERAL

KUNZITE

Soft lilac with a light, smooth second-skin feel.

€34.95
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MY MINERAL ONYX ZWART UPF 50+ handschoenen met open vingertoppen

MY MINERAL

ONYX

Timeless black with a light, supple second-skin feel.

€34.95
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YOUR FUTURE SKIN WILL THANK YOU.

THE HANDS NEED
THEIR OWN ROUTINE.

SMARTER IN THE SUN

DETER, CLOTHES AND LUBRICATE

Protection is not about one product or one moment. Check the UV index, be mindful of when you go outside, and combine shade, clothing, and sunscreen. Three simple habits that together make all the difference.

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WHEN PROTECTION IS NEEDEDWERE

Temperature is not a measure; the UV index is. Plan smartly, seek shade when the UV index is high and limit exposure during the strongest hours of the day.

COVER WHAT NEEDS TO BE PROTECTEDCLOTHES

What is covered does not need to be reapplied. Choose covering, densely woven clothing and use UV-protective textiles to combine reliable protection with comfort and style.

LUBRICATE WHAT REMAINS UNCOVEREDLUBRICATING

Liberally apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to exposed skin. Reapply regularly. See it as the finishing touch of protection, not as a license to stay in the sun longer.

DURING THE MANICURE

SPF IS VALUABLE, COVERAGE PROVIDES SECURITY

SPF can help protect the skin during a manicure, but its effectiveness depends on sufficient product, even distribution, and the protective layer remaining intact.


During manicure preparation, hands and nails are often cleaned, degreased, or touched. This means it's not always clear how much sunscreen remains on the skin.


An open-tip UPF 50+ glove directly covers the backs of the hands while leaving nails and fingertips free for treatment.

This makes coverage a simple and predictable addition to the manicure routine.

DURING DAILY MOMENTS

PROTECTION THAT FITS THE ROUTINE

Protection works best when it's easy to maintain. For the face, SPF often fits naturally into the morning routine. For hands, it's different. They are washed, used, and exposed to friction more often throughout the day.

UPF-protective gloves add a physical form of protection when reapplication is less practical.


Not as a replacement for SPF, but as a supplement in places where coverage is possible.

UPF PROTECTS OVER THE SKIN.
SPF PROTECTS ON THE SKIN.

KNOWLEDGE OF PROTECTION

DAILY LIGHT, DAILY PROTECTION

Discover how daily moments, materials, and routines come together in conscious UV protection.

DRIVING & UV

What car windows let through and why hands, in particular, receive daily light exposure while on the road.

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THE MAIN QUESTIONS

UPF & SPF

The most important questions about sunscreen, protective clothing and combining both forms of UV protection.

Is UPF the same as SPF?

No. SPF is a sun protection factor for sunscreens applied to the skin. UPF is a protection factor for fabrics worn over the skin.

Is UPF 50+ the highest protection class?

Yes. UPF 50+ is the highest official classification for sun protective fabric.

Can UPF replace SPF?

Not for use on exposed skin. SPF remains important for skin not covered by protective fabric. UPF can supplement SPF in areas that can be covered.

Does UPF need to be reapplied?

No. The protection is present as long as the certified fabric completely covers the skin.

Should sunscreen on hands be applied more often?

Yes. Hands are washed regularly and touch many surfaces throughout the day. This can cause the protective layer to disappear more quickly.

Does SPF also protect against UVA?

That depends on the product. Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB.

What exactly does UPF 50+ mean?

The classification means that a maximum of 1/50th of the incident UV radiation reaches the skin through the fabric.

Can Handsome Skin be worn with SPF?

Yes. Use SPF on exposed skin and wear Handsome Skin over the areas covered by the glove.

WHAT DOES UPF 50+ MEAN FOR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING?

UPF 50+ is the highest common protection class for textiles. The ultimate protection also depends on fit, coverage, wear and tear, and correct use. For Handsome Skin, always follow the advice for gentle handwashing and other product instructions.

DO UV GLOVES COMPLETELY REPLACE SUNSCREEN?

No. Protective clothing only covers the skin actually shielded by the material. Open fingertips, wrists, and other uncovered areas still require an appropriate protection strategy, such as shade and a broad-spectrum sunscreen.

SPF AND UPF
WORK BETTER TOGETHER.