All green sprouts® Swim & Sun Wear is treated using the Rayosan™ process. This process coats fabric in an invisible layer, thereby increasing the material’s effectiveness at blocking UV rays. 

The Rayosan™ process is OEKO-TEX® certified to meet the STANDARD 100. This means that any product treated with the Rayosan™ process has been independently tested against a list of over 350 harmful substances for your child’s health and safety and does not contain these harmful substances. 

Children have very delicate and sensitive skin with less protective melanin than that of adults. Children’s skin is also thinner and easily absorbs chemicals and UV rays. Wearing sun protection clothing helps minimize the need for sunscreen (only exposed areas not covered by UPF 50+ sun protection clothing require sunscreen application) and offers all-day protection from harmful rays. All green sprouts® Swim & Sun Wear offers UPF 50+ protection, blocking 98% of UVA & UVB rays. 

No, UPF will remain relatively unchanged after multiple washes. To extend the life of clothing and UPF protection, try these helpful tips: Wash according to the care instructions; replace when worn or faded; replace when stretched out (or if too tight); avoid over-laundering the product for maximum sun protection.

Our products are tested to meet and exceed the standards set by CPSIA for the United States, as well as product safety standards of Canada and the European Union.

Our products are designed in Asheville, North Carolina and are responsibly manufactured in China. green sprouts® partners with manufacturers who are in alignment with our principles by utilizing innovative, high-quality materials, strict safety standards, and ethical manufacturing practices. All green sprouts® manufacturing partners comply with Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI) standards, in accordance with international labor practices that protect workers’ rights. 

The Brim, Flap, Bucket, and Adventure Hats are made from microfiber polyester with a polyester wicking liner for comfort. They all feature adjustable toggles for a custom fit.

The Brim Hat has a 360° extra-wide brim to provide extra protection for the neck and shoulders; the Flap Hat offers extra neck protection; the Bucket Hat features a more classic design to help protect head, neck, and eyes; and the Adventure Hat has breathable mesh side panels and offers 360° protection for the neck and shoulders as well.

The Breathable Flap & Bucket Hats are made from breathable, quick-dry wicking material with a foam brim that keeps its structure when wet to prevent the brim from falling into baby’s eyes. These hats also have an adjustable elasticized back for a custom fit that grows with your child. 

To determine the hat size that best fits your child, please view our size chart.

Measuring Instructions
1. Using a fabric tape measurer, measure the circumference of your child’s head. Gently measure from the front of the forehead, over the ears, to the back of the head, and back around to the front of the head where the beginning of the tape measurer is.
2. Write down your child’s measurement in inches and centimeters. If your child’s size is in between two age brackets or sizes and you are unsure, size up so you can use as your little one grows!