Dee, founder of SunKin, sitting on a stool smiling, sharing the story behind creating UPF50+ sun-safe apparel for kids

Everyday clothing. Extraordinary protection.

I moved from the UK to South Africa and watched my skin age in fast-forward. That's when I realised how lethal the sun really is. My generation grew up covering ourselves in baby oil, chasing tans - we didn't know better. We learned through damage we can't undo. But we now have the knowledge and technology to protect skin BEFORE damage occurs. SunKin is building the future where UV clothing is as standard as sunscreen - starting with the next generation, because that's where cultural shifts begin.

What started as a personal mission quickly grew into a CANSA-certified brand that blocks 98% of harmful rays. Every garment reflects our mission - because childhood should be wild and free, with memories that last forever, not sunburns.

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Two young children wearing SunKin UPF50+ sun-safe clothing, playing with toys and smiling against a white background

What Makes Our Clothes UPF 50+?

Not all fabrics are created equal. At SunKin, our UPF 50+ protection is the fabric itself—no chemical coatings or harsh sprays, just clever design and naturally sun-safe fibres.

We use breathable, tightly woven natural fabrics, which are kinder to sensitive skin and block 98% of UVA and UVB rays. Every fabric in the SunKin range is laboratory tested and trusted by CANSA, because your child’s sun safety isn’t just a feature—it’s the foundation.

Buy well, wear well, and protect your skin.

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