Tan-through swimsuits are designed to allow the sun's rays to pass through the fabric, allowing you to tan evenly without tan lines. There are several technologies available. Here are some general opinions based on user feedback:
1. Even tan: The main benefit is of course avoiding tan lines.
2. Comfort: They are often made of soft and comfortable materials.
1. Limited sun protection on certain technologies: Even if the tan is uniform, depending on the technology chosen, protection against UV rays is not as effective as a classic swimsuit. It is essential to choose a brand with all the guarantees of sun protection (UPF)
4. Effectiveness according to technology: The effectiveness of tanning may vary depending on skin type and sun intensity.
- Sunscreen: Depending on the technology chosen, it is crucial to use sunscreen to protect the skin from harmful rays.
Highlights:
- Innovative technology: BIKUNU uses patented materials that allow UV rays to pass through the fabric, reducing tan lines. The fabric acts like a sunscreen, providing protection of around 30 SPF.
- Eco-responsibility: Patented fabric made in Germany with Oeko-tex label
- Price: BIKUNU products are made in France on the French Riviera and use only high quality Oeko-Tex components and can be more expensive compared to some traditional swimsuits.
Highlights:
- Transparency: Some users report that the jerseys can be slightly transparent when wet.
- Design: Designs can sometimes be less modern.
- Eco-responsibility: Non-Oeko-tex fabric
True Tone
Highlights:
- Technology: Uses micro-mesh fabrics that allow UV rays to pass through to enable an even tan.
- Wide range: Offers many models for men and women.
- Comfort: Generally well rated for comfort and fabric quality.
- UV protection: Like other trans-tanning brands, UV protection is limited and requires the application of sunscreen under the textile.
- Opacity: Can also become transparent when wet.
- Eco-responsibility: Fabric made in China, not Oeko-tex
Cooltan
Highlights:
- Technology: Known for its MICROSOLV fabrics which allow the passage of UV rays.
- Durability: Users appreciate the durability and build quality.
- Reasonable price: Often offers competitive prices.
Weak points:
- Designs: Designs may be less diverse and less trendy.
- Variable effectiveness: Tanning results may vary depending on skin type.
- Eco-responsibility: MICROSOLV fabric made in China, not Oeko-tex
Conclusion
There are two main technologies which are Technical Fabrics like those used by BIKUNU and COOLTAN which act like sunscreens as opposed to Mesh Fabrics which are similar to fishing nets requiring sunscreen to be applied under the textile.
Each brand stands out for its designs and innovative use of tan-through materials. Brands like KINIKI and TRUE TONE offer quality products, often at more affordable prices.
The choice between these brands will depend on your priorities in terms of design, price and comfort. Whatever the choice, it is essential to complement these swimsuits with a good sunscreen to ensure adequate protection against UV rays, whether for some technologies on the whole body and for others only on the uncovered parts.
