The Unintended Workwear Tan

A man found himself sporting an unexpected fashion statement after long days of work under the sun: tan lines precisely marking where his gloves ended. His arms, a testament to his outdoor labor, now boast a shade notably darker than the rest of his body. While sunburn and tans do depend on skin type, which is influenced by genetics, everyone, regardless of biological composition or country of origin, needs sun protection.

A little-known fact is that sunscreen doesn’t block all UV rays, which is why wearing protective clothing, like gloves, leads to such distinctive lines. Again, the sun doesn’t discriminate, even if it does leave us with some amusing marks.