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Sun sleeves were everywhere at Women’s PGA. Here’s how they work

What is it about sun sleeves that tour players find so appealing? Turns out, there are numerous benefits to wearing them.

What is it about sun sleeves that tour players find so appealing? Turns out, there are numerous benefits to wearing them.

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If you tuned in to the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship this past weekend, chances are you saw a lot of long sleeves, despite the hot and humid conditions in Frisco, Texas. In fact, six of the top seven players on the leaderboard wore long sleeves on Sunday afternoon, including champion Minjee Lee.

What is it about these sleeves that LPGA Tour players find so appealing? There are a number of helpful benefits.

First and foremost, the sleeves offer protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays — a must, especially when players are out in the elements all day. The sleeves also eliminate the players’ need for applying sunscreen on their arms during the round.

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Modern sun sleeves from popular brands like SParms also offer moisture-wicking fabric and cooling technology, which can help regulate a player’s body temperature. The sleeves also offer light compression, which can help improve blood circulation and reduce fatigue.

On the LPGA, the SParms shawl design is especially popular, with players like Brittany Lincicome, Marina Alex and So Yeon Ryu extolling its comfort. The shawl style is also convenient because it provides the benefit of sleeves without the bulk of a full layer underneath.

Sun sleeves are available for both men and women, and make an excellent addition to every golf wardrobe, especially in the summer months. Click on the links below to buy yours now.

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SParms Sun Protection Unisex Shoulder Wrap
SParms Sun Protection Shawls are ideal for people who wish to be protected all the time.
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SParms Sun Protection Unisex Arm Sleeves
SParms are perfect for when wearing a short sleeve shirts to protect your arms from harmful UV rays.
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