Exciting with masks and UV protection shirts

Hot weather has caused UV-blocking shirts, glasses, and masks ordered from abroad to be sought after by online shoppers.

In the first days of May, the heat covered all three regions of the North, Central and South. Especially, in Ho Chi Minh City, the temperature fluctuated 36-38.2 degrees Celsius. According to the Southern Hydrometeorological Station, the UV intensity in Ho Chi Minh City and some major cities in recent days has always been at an alarming level, from 9-10.

Concerned that high UV levels can cause skin burns and even cancer if you stay outdoors for too long without protection, many people have started looking for effective sun protection products. As a result, imported UV-blocking shirts, sunglasses, and masks are always out of stock.

Ms. Thu Ha, owner of an online fashion shop in Ho Chi Minh City, shared: "Japanese sunscreen products are selling well at my store. Compared to April, the revenue from this item has doubled. Before, I sold 3-4 pieces per day, but now I sell 8-10 pieces. Many times there are no products in stock, so customers have to order 7-10 days in advance." According to the 8x owner, the most popular product is Japanese sunscreen shirts.

Japanese sun protection shirts are popular for their UV protection and eye-catching appearance.

Explaining the "hotness" of this item, Ms. Ha said that the first is its ability to block UV rays. This product is advertised as being woven from polyamide or polyester fibers mixed with ceramic fiber, so it does not cause skin to burn when exposed to the sun. In addition, it also has the ability to block UV rays up to 90%. The design is also a plus point that helps Japanese sun-protective clothing attract customers.

"Japanese sun protection shirts have beautiful, vibrant colors, the fabric is airy and does not cause discomfort to the wearer.Unlike other types that only have one size, this shirt always has enough sizes S, M, L, XL for women to choose from to fit and neat.", said the shop owner.

This Japanese product is currently being sold by online stores for between 400,000 VND and 500,000 VND. If you are willing to wait and order through the official website of the land of the rising sun, buyers can save 50,000-100,000 VND compared to available products.

In addition to sun protection clothing, masks, sunglasses, and UV-blocking hats are also popular. Every day, Ms. Phuong in Hanoi receives dozens of messages on her personal page asking to buy UV-blocking masks. The shop's target customers are not only limited to women but also men.

Specially designed Japanese mask can cover the neck area from the sun.

"Although the price is 2-5 times higher (VND 70,000-150,000) than normal masks, buyers are still very willing because of the outstanding advantages of this product. It prevents up to 96% of ultraviolet rays, protects the skin from the harmful effects of sunlight, absorbs quickly, is airy, and creates a comfortable feeling when used," said Ms. Phuong.

Cheap foreign branded glasses, but with the ability to filter 100% of UV rays, are also popular this summer. Having relatives in the US, Ms. Nhung in Hanoi takes advantage of the opportunity to earn extra money by selling imported glasses from the US online on Facebook. The products she chooses are usually affordable (VND 300,000-500,000), fashionable designs and especially have the UV 400 label. She explains that there is no difference when it comes to the ability to shield eyes from harmful rays between expensive and cheap products. The advantage of expensive glasses is that they are designed with durable frames, comfortable fit and are more high-end than cheap products.

The UK Department of Health recommends that when choosing sunglasses, you should look for one of the following information: CE Mark and British Standard (BS EN 1836:1997); UV 400 label; commitment to filter 100% of UV rays. In addition, you need to ensure that the lenses cover both eyes for comprehensive eye protection. Thanks to good advice and honest sales methods, since the beginning of the heat wave, Ms. Nhung has sold nearly 20 products a day, making a profit of nearly 500,000 VND.

In addition to choosing sunglasses, Ms. Nhung also shared her experience in distinguishing Japanese sun protection shirts from fake ones. Accordingly, fake shirts often have straps of a different color than the shirt. The material used to make the shirt is thicker, rougher, hotter, not cool to the touch, and does not absorb sweat. The label and stamp of the shirt are blurry and unclear. The price on the shirt does not match the price on the official website. The shirt gets fuzzy after 1-2 washes.

In particular, genuine Uniqlo products are not "Made in Japan" because the company's products are often manufactured in third countries such as China, Vietnam, Cambodia,Bangladesh.However, from technology to raw materials are all provided by the company, finished products go through strict inspection before being exported back to Japan.

According to VNE