Sun protection is not limited to summer

Concerns about ultraviolet rays in winter

Yancheng Ruize Pigment Co., Ltd. 

The cold winter wind carries dry air, making people's skin taut and their lips cracked. Many people are busy stocking up on hand cream and face cream, but they overlook a crucial detail - winter sun protection. During the "trousers-on" season, the sun seems to become gentler, but the threat of ultraviolet (UV) rays has never disappeared. 

The necessity of sun protection in winter 

Why is the winter sunlight still dangerous? The answer lies in the characteristics of ultraviolet rays. Ultraviolet rays are divided into UVA (long-wave ultraviolet rays) and UVB (medium-wave ultraviolet rays). The former has strong penetrating power and can reach the dermis layer, damaging collagen and elastic fibers, leading to skin aging and pigmentation; the latter mainly acts on the epidermis layer, causing sunburn and peeling. In winter, the clouds are thinner, and the filtering effect of the atmosphere on ultraviolet rays is weakened. Especially in snowy and water surfaces, they can reflect over 80% of ultraviolet rays, creating a "double blow". 

What is even more alarming is that the skin barrier function weakens in winter. Low temperatures reduce sebum secretion, and dry air accelerates water loss, causing the skin's stratum corneum to become thinner and its defense ability to decline. At this time, if no sun protection is provided, ultraviolet rays will more easily penetrate the fragile skin, triggering aging and even skin diseases. 

But is it enough to rely solely on skincare products for sun protection? The answer is no. For scenarios where one is exposed to the outdoors for a long time (such as skiing, mountain climbing), or for situations requiring long-lasting protection, the combination of physical shading (such as sun-protective clothing, sun hats) and chemical sun protection is the key. And the protective effect of sun-protective clothing depends on the performance of its core material - the anti-sunlight functional masterbatch. 

Sun protection function masterbatch 

Clothing has always been our first line of defense against environmental factors, but ordinary textiles have limited protection against ultraviolet rays. The UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) of a typical white cotton T-shirt is only 5-7, which means that a considerable amount of ultraviolet rays can still penetrate the fabric and reach the skin. With the development of materials science, functional fiber technology emerged, integrating sunscreen agents into the fibers to create intelligent textiles with long-lasting protective capabilities. 

If sunscreen is the "external shield" for the skin, then the anti-sun exposure functional masterbatch is the "built-in armor" for textiles. This functional additive is mixed and melted with polyester, nylon and other fiber raw materials, and is uniformly dispersed inside the fibers during the spinning process, giving the fabric a lasting ability to block ultraviolet rays. The application of anti-sun exposure functional masterbatches has long gone beyond the scope of traditional sun-protective clothing and has permeated into various fields such as sports, medical care, and outdoor activities. For example: 

Skiing suit

In high-altitude areas, ultraviolet rays are intense, and the reflectivity of the snow is as high as 80%. Skiing suits with anti-sun exposure masterbatch can effectively block ultraviolet rays. At the same time, combined with waterproof breathable membrane, it achieves a win-win situation of "protection and comfort". 

Medical protective clothing

Medical staff who work outdoors for long periods need to confront the dual threats of ultraviolet rays and bacteria. The combined use of sun protection masterbatch and antibacterial masterbatch can simultaneously provide sun protection and antibacterial functions, reducing the risk of occupational exposure. 

Automobile interior fabrics

Ultraviolet rays accelerate the aging of leather and fabrics, causing discoloration and brittleness. Sun protection masterbatch can extend the lifespan of the interior and reduce the release of harmful gases (such as formaldehyde) inside the vehicle. 

Functional masterbatch empowers a healthy lifestyle 

In the field of functional textiles, Yancheng Ruize Color Masterbatch Co., Ltd. has always been driven by technology and has been deeply engaged in the research and production of chemical fiber functional masterbatches. Our product portfolio includes more than 20 functions such as flame retardancy, desaturation, coolness, heating, anti-static, anti-aging, antibacterial, anti-odor, anti-mite, anti-alcohol, anti-allergy, hydrophilicity, softness, water repellency, oil repellency, sweat absorption, smoothness, insect repellent, mold prevention, sun protection, far-infrared, activated carbon, etc., to meet the customized needs of different scenarios. 

The skincare wisdom for winter reminds us that protection should be comprehensive and long-lasting. When technology integrates this protection into the fibers of our daily clothing, sun protection no longer becomes a task that needs to be deliberately remembered, but rather becomes a seamless part of our lives' protection. From ski suits to daily commuting outfits, from sports gear to outdoor workwear, functional fibers are quietly changing the way we interact with the environment. 

Winter sun protection is a long-term battle between health and beauty. And the anti-sun exposure functional masterbatch is the indispensable "backstage hero" in this battle. Yancheng Ruize Pigment Co., Ltd. is willing to use innovation as the pen and functionality as the ink to jointly write the future chapter of the textile industry with its partners.