Why Every Kid Needs a Sun Hat This Summer ☀️
When it comes to keeping kids safe in the sun, sunscreen is just the beginning. The real MVP? A good sun hat. Whether you're chasing waves, building sandcastles, or just walking to the park, a sun hat is the easiest way to keep your little ones cool, comfortable, and protected.
Here’s why sun hats are a must-have — and how to choose the best one for your beach days and beyond.
🌞 4 Reasons Sun Hats Are a Summer Essential
1. Built-In Shade
A wide-brim sun hat provides instant, physical shade for your child's face, neck, and ears — areas most vulnerable to sunburn.
2. Less Sunscreen Fuss
While you’ll still want to apply sunscreen, a hat means you can skip constantly reapplying it to sensitive areas like the scalp and forehead.
3. Protects on the Go
From beach days to school drop-offs, a sun hat goes wherever your kid does. Toss it in your bag and you’re always ready for outdoor adventures.
4. Cute + Functional
Let’s be honest — sun protection is way more fun when it looks good. At Sunguard, our kids’ sun hats come in beachy colors and surfer-approved prints that your little explorers actually want to wear.
👒 What to Look for in a Kids’ Sun Hat
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Wide Brim or Full Coverage: For the best protection
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Lightweight, Breathable Fabric: Keeps kids cool and comfortable
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Adjustable Chin Strap: So it stays put in wind or waves
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UPF 50+ Rating: Extra layer of sun defense built right into the fabric
☀️ Our Top Pick
We designed our Sunguard Straw Lifeguard Hat for maximum sun protection with a splash of surf style. Available with a wide brim, chin strap, lightweight natural materials, and tropical prints to chose from — it’s the perfect match for long beach days and everyday play.