SunCanary
A fun, colour-changing wristband that reminds your kids to reapply sunscreen — before the burn.
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A fun, colour-changing wristband that reminds your kids to reapply sunscreen — before the burn.
Join WaitlistFrom sunscreen to reminder — in one colour-changing glance.
☀️ 9:00 AM
Sunscreen applied
🕚 11:00 AM
UV rising, protection wearing off
🕛 12:00 PM
Band turns purple
🧴 Reapplied
Back to safe play!
Because remembering sunscreen shouldn’t be a daily battle.
£6.99 – Retail price
Why Kids Love It
Kids love spotting the colour change. It becomes part of their outdoor routine, not a chore.
How It Works
The band shifts from yellow to purple based on UV strength, so kids know when to reapply sunscreen.
Kids start their day as usual – with sunscreen applied on exposed skin.
The band reacts to the sun as kids play, reminding them when exposure rises.
When the band turns purple, it’s time to reapply sunscreen and stay protected.
Children's skin is more vulnerable to UV damage than adult skin. Studies show that severe sunburn in childhood significantly increases the risk of skin cancer later in life. Just one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence more than doubles the risk of developing melanoma. That's why consistent sun protection during outdoor play isn't optional, it's essential.
SunCanary uses photochromic pigments that respond directly to ultraviolet radiation. These specialized materials change colour when exposed to UV rays, creating an instant visual indicator of sun exposure levels. Unlike apps that rely on weather data or time estimates, the band reacts to actual UV conditions wherever your child is playing, whether that's the beach, playground, or back garden.
Dermatologists recommend reapplying sunscreen every two hours, or more frequently after swimming or sweating. But here's the challenge: parents forget, kids resist, and it's hard to judge when protection is wearing off. SunCanary solves this by making UV exposure visible. When the band changes from white to purple, it's time to reapply; no guesswork, no phone timers, no arguments.
Teaching children to monitor their own sun exposure creates habits that last a lifetime. When kids can see UV levels changing on their wrist, they begin to understand sun safety intuitively. This hands-on learning approach is more effective than abstract rules about staying in shade or applying lotion. SunCanary turns sun protection from a parent's responsibility into a child's active awareness.
Protecting little adventurers, one colour change at a time. SunCanary makes UV awareness playful, visible, and part of every sunny day. Thousands of families have tested our bands during beach holidays, sports days, and everyday outdoor play. Here's what parents and teachers are saying about how SunCanary has changed their approach to sun safety.
From reducing parental anxiety to empowering children with visible safety cues, SunCanary transforms sun protection from a daily battle into an intuitive habit that kids actually enjoy maintaining.
“It’s the only UV product my kids actually notice. The colour change is instant, and they love showing me when it turns purple. No nagging needed!”
Rachel B.
Mum of 2, Brighton
“We used them during Sports Day. The bands made it easy to spot which kids needed a top-up, and they were aware to come reapply”
Jack P.
Primary school teacher
“What I like most is I don’t have to remember. The band turns purple, and the kids actually remind me. That’s the magic.”
Tom G.
Dad, Cornwall
Tells kids when to top up, even when they're distracted by sandcastles
Teachers can spot who needs sunscreen during outdoor PE or field day
Works in sun, shade or water — no apps, batteries or reminders needed
Parents can check the band colour from across the park
If your family loves outdoor adventures; hiking, camping, beach holidays, or sports, SunCanary becomes your silent safety partner. Parents can focus on enjoying family time rather than constantly worrying about sun exposure timing.
The band works independently of phones, apps, or internet connections, making it ideal for remote locations where technology isn't practical or reliable.
Teachers and childcare providers manage multiple children during outdoor time. SunCanary provides a quick visual check across an entire class; no need to track individual timers or remember when each child last applied sunscreen.
The bands help staff ensure consistent sun protection during PE lessons, sports days, outdoor learning, and playground time throughout the school day.
Camp counsellors and activity leaders can distribute bands at the start of outdoor sessions. The colour-changing feature makes group sunscreen breaks obvious and fun rather than disruptive.
Children become responsible for their own sun safety, reducing the supervision burden while maintaining protection standards throughout extended outdoor activities.
Children with fair skin, freckles, or family history of skin conditions need extra vigilance about sun protection. SunCanary provides constant monitoring without requiring parents to hover or repeatedly interrupt play.
The visual reminder system is especially valuable for children who burn easily and need more frequent sunscreen application than standard two-hour intervals.
Yes. SunCanary bands are soft, flexible silicone and designed to fit most kids aged 4–10 comfortably.
The centre strip uses UV-sensitive pigments that shift from white to purple as UV exposure increases.
Each band is designed to last a full summer season with typical outdoor use.
Yes! The band is waterproof and safe for beach, pool, or water park use.
Yes. When the band turns purple, it’s a signal that UV levels are high or protection is wearing off.
Absolutely. It’s made from BPA-free, hypoallergenic silicone.
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