Tan-through swimwear is a growing trend that will continue into the 2024 swimwear season. Let's dive into what tan-through swimwear really is and why it's so popular.
What is techno fabric?
What sets tan-through swimwear apart from traditional swimwear materials is the fabric called techo fabric. It's made with a unique knitting process with millions of microholes. It might look see-through as you hold it up to the light but as the fabric touch the skin, it offers full coverage.
The benefits of techno fabric
Ultra quick-drying
The microholes in techno fabric not only make the fabric exceptionally light and breathable but also makes the fabric ultra quick-drying. The swimwear dries 7X faster than traditional swimwear.
Tan-through
Millions of micro holes allows the suns tanning rays to pass through the material. The sun blockage can be compared to wearing SPF 10 – you will get a light sun kissed tan under your swimwear.
Traditional swimwear vs. 30 days wearing O'tanned tan-through swimwear
How it works
The tan-through capabilities of techno fabric stem from its knitted material. Through a unique knitting process that incorporates millions of microholes, the fabric allows tanning rays from the sun to effortlessly penetrate through the material. This innovative design mimics the effect of wearing SPF 10, enabling individuals to achieve a light, sun-kissed tan underneath their swimwear. Unlike conventional fabrics that block the sun, techno fabric strikes a balance, permitting beneficial tanning rays while still providing protection from harmful UVB rays.
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