Origins of Hats Though the exact origin of hats remains unknown, ancient artifacts show that hats were worn as early as 3200 B.C. In fact, one tomb painting in Thebes, Egypt clearly depicts a man wearing a conical straw hat. Ancient Egyptians commonly shaved their heads and wore headdresses intended to keep them cool and sunburn free (yes, even the...

Choosing a good sun hat is very important. Not only do 1/3 of all skin cancers appear on the face but the biggest cause of premature aging is cumulative damage of the sun from infancy on up. So let's get started finding the perfect sun hat for you. All of our hats are chosen with sun protection in mind, but...

Winter Sun Safety Tips and Misunderstandings Unveiled Myth #1 If it’s cold or cloudy outside you don’t need sunscreen. FALSE. Sun damage is entirely possible and probable on windy, cloudy and cool days if you aren’t protected. Sun damage is influenced by ultraviolet (UV) radiation, not the temperature outside. A cool or overcast day in winter can have similar UV...

A timeless fashionable and utilitarian wardrobe staple, a straw hat is made of tightly interwoven synthetic or natural straw materials and is brimmed for sun protection. Straw hats can be worn by both men and women and come in a variety of styles. Straw hats have been worn in Asia and Europe since the Middle Ages and have never ceased...

Are you doing enough to protect your skin from harmful UVA rays? Hopefully you have already viewed the article Hidden Sources of Aging which dramatically demonstrates just how devastating UVA radiation can be. UVA radiation can play havoc on our bodies causing skin cancer and dreaded premature aging. Are you doing enough to protect your skin from UVA rays? Take...

Most UVB radiation is blocked by window glass but most of the UVA radiation goes on through. Times when the sun's UVA rays can reach you through window glass may be while sitting in an office building, at home near a window or while driving the car. Here is a graphic example of what the UVA rays of the sun...

Going on a trip or just walking long in the sun on a hot day can expose your body to the influence of UV rays which is harmful to your skin. If you are camping, fishing, spending time on a beach, having a picnic or just going for a walk in the park for a few minutes, the sun can...

When we came across Kayla Pigg’s perfectly poised and glimmering Instagram profile (@polishedpiggy) a couple months back, we were instantly impressed with the cheerful colors, positive energy radiating from her feed, and the fact that she, like many of our readers and clients, suffers from Lupus. We were a bit taken aback on how, despite having the disease, she seemed...

Have you ever noticed strange, exaggerated sun burn-like skin conditions or skin lesions (any abnormal change on the skin) after being out in the sun? Such symptoms may be caused by photosensitizing (sun sensitizing) chemicals in your medication or cosmetics that produce a biological reaction when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. This UV light may come from the sun, tanning...

FINDING A HAT SHOULDN'T BE A HUGE HEADACHE. It's not our fault that we were graced with large brains. That doesn't mean we can't be stylish! Unfortunately, those average-shaped folks get all the love when it comes to sizing. Luckily for our outfits it's 2018-- we're in the future! Thanks to the internet, it's never been easier to find a plus size hat....