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During the summer months, you need to be especially careful about accidental sunburn. Have you been careless in thinking that you are safe indoors or in your car? In fact, UV rays can reach you even when you are indoors, so you need to take adequate UV protection. In this issue, we will introduce UV-protection films recommended for car drivers.
Ultraviolet A waves pass through glass!
Ultraviolet rays are said to accelerate skin aging. When exposed to UV rays, melanin pigment is produced to protect the skin, but if turnover does not work properly and melanin is not properly eliminated, it can cause blemishes. In addition, the hair and scalp are also adversely affected, as the moisture content of the hair decreases, causing it to become dry and the scalp to become parched.
Ultraviolet rays come in two types: A-wave (UV-A) and B-wave (UV-B). A-waves reach deep into the dermis of the skin and cause skin damage. B-waves, on the other hand, are more energetic than A-waves and cause a burning, red sunburn. Ultraviolet A waves can pass through glass, so UV protection is essential even when indoors or in a car.
UV-cut film is recommended for UV protection inside the car.
Thus, even when we are inside a car, UV rays are falling through the glass. Many people wear arm covers to prevent UV rays on their arms when driving a car, but most people’s hair is unprotected and they do not take any UV protection.
Exposure to UV rays is said to damage the keratin protein that makes up hair, causing hair to become dry, stiff, and lack luster. Even when you are inside a car, you should take all possible measures to protect your hair from ultraviolet rays.
One of the recommended measures to prevent UV rays inside the car is to use UV-cut film. There are various types of UV-cut films available, but we especially recommend those that can be applied to the windshield and front side glass near the driver’s side. In addition to being effective in cutting ultraviolet rays, these films also have a high heat shielding rate, which helps to soften the rising temperature inside the car even in the hot summer months.
However, from the viewpoint that car window glass must ensure safety when driving, it is required by law that the visible light transmittance of windshield and windshield side glass be at least 70% when the film is applied. When applying the film, be sure to pay attention to the visible light transmission rate.
Sunglasses also prevent UV rays from entering the eyes.
When in the car, it is also effective to wear sunglasses to protect the UV rays from entering the eyes. It is best to choose light-colored sunglasses, as dark-colored sunglasses will cause your eyes to take in more light and increase the strain on your eyes.
Make good use of UV-blocking film to prevent UV damage to your hair!
