BABY UV Shorty - dolphins mendocino 
BABY UV Shorty - lill dion 
BABY UV Shorty - vanira bay code zero 
BABY UV Shorty - epiorchid stripes 
BABY UV Shorty - coo code zero 
When it's too warm for long pants – but never too warm for UV protection.
Baby UV shorties protect sensitive thighs with UPF 80 while allowing plenty of airflow on hot days. The perfect balance of protection and comfort.
Lightweight protection when every degree counts
On hot summer days, at the beach, and on vacation, long UV pants can sometimes be too warm. But going "pants-free" means your baby's sensitive thighs are left completely unprotected in the sun. UV shorties solve exactly this dilemma.
Shorties are ideal for situations where your baby spends most of their time in the shade but occasionally steps into the sun – under a beach umbrella, in gardens with shaded areas, or while playing in the wading pool.
Thighs are among the most sun-sensitive areas of a baby's skin. They are rarely pre-tanned, frequently missed or unevenly covered when applying sunscreen, and face the sun directly when sitting in a stroller or on a towel.
UV Shorties + UV Shirt = Maximum Protection, Minimal Fabric
The smartest approach for hot days: A UV shirt protects the upper body, while UV shorties safeguard the thighs. This covers the largest part of the body with UPF 80 – while ensuring maximum wearing comfort.
UV Shorties + UV Shirt
- Upper body and thighs protected by UPF 80
- Only face, hands, lower legs, and feet need sunscreen
- Maximum air circulation on hot days
- Slip them on and go – no need to apply sunscreen to thighs
- Ideal for the beach, pool, and wading pool
- Dries completely in 10–15 minutes
- No slipping, no need to reapply sunscreen
Sunscreen Only
- The entire body must be covered in sunscreen
- Baby resists full-body sunscreen application
- Inner thighs are frequently forgotten
- Quickly washes off in the water
- Sand sticks to lotion-covered skin
- Requires a complete reapplication every 2 hours
- Not recommended for babies under 6 months
We recommend mineral sunscreen for your baby's uncovered lower legs. This gives you the ideal combination: UV clothing for primary protection, and sunscreen only on small areas.
Shorties or Long UV Pants?
Both have their place. The right choice depends on the situation and the temperature.
| Situation | UV Shorties | Long UV Pants |
|---|---|---|
| Hot beach day (30 °C+) | ✓ Ideal | Can be too warm |
| Shaded playground | ✓ Ideal | Also good |
| Full day in direct sun | Good, apply sunscreen to lower legs | ✓ More coverage |
| Wading pool / Pool | ✓ Ideal | Also good |
| Hiking / Stroller trip | Good in hot weather | ✓ Full coverage |
| Vacation in Southern Europe | ✓ Ideal for the pool | ✓ Ideal for day trips |
Our tip: Pack both. Shorties for the pool and the hottest hours, long UV pants for excursions and days with a high UV index. Both dry quickly and take up virtually no space.
What to Look for in Baby UV Shorties
Quick Checklist: Buying Baby UV Shorties
- Features the "UV STANDARD 801" label
- UPF rating of at least 80
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Class I (for babies)
- Elastic waistband – fits comfortably over diapers and swim diapers
- Flatlock seams on thighs and waistband to prevent chafing
- Quick-drying (10–15 minutes)
- Chlorine and saltwater resistant
- Transparent and European production site
60% more protection reserve than UPF 50+
UPF 50+ is the industry standard. hyphen surpasses it – under any condition.
Since 2001: UV protection for the youngest ones
When hyphen was founded in 2001, UV protection clothing for babies was practically non-existent in Germany. Today, more and more parents know: Textile UV protection is the better way. hyphen paved the way – relying on the strictest standard right from the start.
