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Why buy Platypus Australia Swimwear?

Platypus Australia produces UV protective swimwear and sun protection childrenswear including matching beachwear. Platypus produces surf inspired ranges for children from 2 to 8 years old and youths from 10 to 14 years old.

Platypus Australia's clothing ensures the wearer maximum sun protection, blocking out at least 97.5 per cent of harmful ultraviolet radiation. This meets the strict criteria of both the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) and the British Standard for ultraviolet radiation.

Platypus swimwear has been designed for children who just have to be active. The clothing is extremely comfortable, durable but it still retains a stylish look and offers more sun protection than many other swimwear ranges.

Platypus Australia's mission is to educate parents, children and industry representatives of the importance of protecting children against the sun's damaging rays, trying to prevent skin cancer in later life.

What do I need to know about Platypus Australia?

Platypus Australia was formed in 1996 by two mothers who had first hand experience with applying sun-screen lotion to kids-on-the move! They realized that there was a demand for swimsuits and clothing that would protect children from the sun's damaging rays and still be comfortable and cool.

Since 1996, Platypus Australia has grown rapidly in the UK and is now expanding in Europe, Asia and the US market. Platypus swimwear can be found online at John Lewis.

Platypus Australia is internationally acclaimed and was featured in the UK Junior Magazine, "Wish you were here" travel show on UK television, London Science Museum's exhibition on "Sun and Radiation" and numerous UK daily and weekly magazines.

By choosing to buy sun protection swimwear for your children you are making an important choice – please remember that although the suits provide sun protection, you should still continue to use the highest sun protection cream possible suitable for your children.

Platypus Swimwear Clothing Range for toddlers and children

Platypus Sunsuit - Navy

The Platypus sunsuit is an all in one navy sun suit with gorgeous turquoise arms and Platypus branding with a zip fastener.

Platypus swimwear is for kids who like to be active, comfortable and stylish and yet protected from the sun, providing a UV protection factor of 50+. It is made from 80 per cent nylon and 20 per cent lycra and should be hand washed in cold water and left to air dry. You can buy the following sizes: 2 years old, 4 years old, 6 years old, 8 years old.

Platypus Sun Top

This Platypus turquoise sun top with contrasting navy arms and Platypus logo across the front is great for kids who really want to be active in the sun. It provides a UV protection factor of 50+. It is made from 80 per cent nylon and 20 per cent lycra. Remember to wash it in cold water and allow it to air dry. You can buy the following sizes: age 2 years old, 4 years old, 6 years old, 8 years old.

Platypus Sun Shorts

The Platypus navy swimwear sun shorts for children have turquoise stripes down the legs and Platypus branding. The Platypus sun shorts have been designed for kids who like to be active. The clothing provides a UV protection factor of 50+ and is made from 80 per cent nylon and 20 per cent lycra.

Make sure you hand wash them in cold water and allow them to air dry. The sun shorts are available in the following sizes: age 2 years old, 4 years old, 6 years old, 8 years old.

Platypus Star Print Swimming Trunks

These Platypus star print swimming trunks sun protection swimwear are great fun – just remember to slap on the sun bloc and reapply regularly throughout the day. The Platypus Star Print Swimming Trunks come in both red and blue. They are 80 per cent nylon and 20 per cent lycra. Remember to hand wash them in cold water and allow them to air dry. They come in the following sizes: Age 2 – 3 years old, 3 – 4 years old, 4 – 5 years old, 5 – 6 years old.

Platypus swimwear can be found online at John Lewis.

Hints to care for your Platypus Australia Swimwear

• Rinse well in cool water after use
• Hand wash with mild detergent

• Do not machine wash
• Do not pack or store while wet
• Do not bleach, soak or iron
• Drip dry in shade, do not tumble dry
• Be careful with rough surfaces such as concrete and swimming pool edges
• Because of the tight weave of the fabric, sand can easily be trapped. Remove all sand grains by rinsing your garment or carefully stretch dry fabric over thumbnail and sand will drop out.

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