Columbia Sportswear: Omni-Shade

Our Omni-Shade® clothing blocks harmful sun exposure. Your safety increases with the Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF).

The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends a rating of UPF 30 or higher for effective protection from ultraviolet light. Columbia is the first global apparel producer to earn the seal of recommendation.

Learn about Omni-Shade®

It’s like sunscreen, but you don’t have to re-apply. Find out how Omni-Shade fabric protects you from the sun’s harmful rays
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Rays Awareness

Enjoy activities developed by Scholastic and The Skin Cancer Foundation to teach your kids about sun safety... because kids should be exposed to more UV than TV.
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Have you seen our CEO?

In our latest TV ads, CEO Tim Boyle thrives in the harsh desert thanks to Omni-Shade sun protection.

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