Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve put together some commonly asked questions to give you more information about Solbari and the products we offer.

If you have a question that you can’t find the answer to, please use the contact us page.

Click on any question to reveal the answer.

Our Brand

What does Solbari mean?

Solbari is the solar (sol) barrier (bari) you wear. All our products are rated with the highest sun protective rating UPF50+ and protect your skin with an effective solar barrier against UVA and UVB rays.

Where are your headquarters?

Solbari is an Australian company based in Melbourne with offices in the UK and the USA.

Do you offer discount codes or discounts?

When you sign up to our Newsletter, you will be sent a discount code that allows you to save 10% and receive free shipping. Insert the discount code SOLBARI at the checkout page and the 10% discount and free shipping will be applied automatically to your order.

You can also visit our Solbari Rewards page for more coupons and discounts.

Do you have stock in-store?

Our products are currently only available online. Please contact us at info@solbari.com if you require any assistance with making a purchase.

Do you love what you do?

Absolutely. While skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, it is also one of the most preventable. Approximately 90% of skin cancer cases are linked to ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure from the sun. At Solbari, we are passionate about preventing skin cancer and we are on a mission to reduce the rates of skin cancer not only in Australia but around the world.

Sizing and Solbari Fabrics

Are your garments true to size?

Our garments fit true to size. They have a nice flattering shape without being baggy or too tight. Before you purchase, we strongly recommend you check our size chart against your measurements. We try to make our sizing consistent across our Solbari range. You can find our size guide on our product pages and under our customer service tab.

My skin is prone to irritation, can I wear Solbari?

We also cater for people with skin conditions and those who need to avoid sun exposure for medical reasons. Our Sensitive fabric is made of natural and certified organic fibres. They do not use harmful chemicals, insecticides or pesticides. They are gentle on the skin, naturally soft and anti-odour, lightweight and rated UPF50+.

What is the difference between Solbari fabrics

Our styles come in a number of different fabrics, all of which have been tested and rated UPF50+ protection.

Click here to learn more about our UPF50+ fabrics.

How do I care for my Solbari?

Always read and follow the washing instructions on the care label for the garments and the swing tag for the hats. You can also find the washing instructions by going directly to the product page and clicking on the "Fabric Details" tab.

Do you sell your fabrics?

We do not sell our fabrics.

Our UPF50+ Rating

What does UPF mean and why is it important?

UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor. This indicates how much of the sun’s UV radiation is blocked by the fabric before it reaches your skin. Our rating is the highest achievable, which is UPF50+ on all our products. This means that 98% of broad spectrum UVA and UVB rays are blocked by the fabric and cannot damage your skin. Our products act as the sun barrier that you wear.

What is the difference between UPF and SPF?

UPF is the protection rating given to Fabrics and SPF is for Sunscreen.

Do all summer garments have the same sun protection as Solbari?

No. Solbari gives you the highest sun protection possible of UPF 50+ and covers large areas of your skin and blocks at least 98% of UVA and UVB rays.

In comparison, most other summer clothing provides very little protection. Research shows that a thin white cotton t-shirt only has a UPF of 5 leaving your skin exposed to sun damage.The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends sun protective clothing as the first line of defence against the sun, then comes sunscreen.

Do regular cotton and bamboo garments protect like your sensitive fabric?

No. Our Sensitive fabric is different to other cotton and bamboo fabrics. Our certified organic cotton and bamboo are grown without the use of chemicals, insecticides, herbicides, pesticides or artificial fertilisers. It took 18 months to develop it. Our team worked closely with scientists and fabric experts to obtain the highest sun protection factor of UPF50+. You can think of it as sun protection SPF50+ built inside the yarn of the fabric.

Do I need to wear sunscreen if I wear Solbari clothing?

You need to wear sunscreen on areas which are not covered by your Solbari.

If you are wearing a hat, we recommend that you still wear sunscreen on your face and neck as UV rays can be reflected from the ground, water and snow.

Shipping Questions

What are your delivery charges?

Please visit our Shipping Information page for more information.

Where are orders and exchanges sent from?

All orders and returns are dispatched and processed from our warehouse in Melbourne (Australia).

Where is my order?

Standard delivery usually arrives within 1-5 working days.
Express delivery usually arrives within 1-3 working days.
International delivery usually arrives within 5-14 working days.

Has my order been dispatched yet?

When your order leaves us, a second email is generated to confirm this titled "A shipment from order #xxxxxx is on the way”. If you don’t receive this email within 3 working days, please feel free to contact our customer care team.

COVID-19

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are aware that the global delivery network has been disrupted causing delays to shipments. This is affecting e-commerce deliveries globally.

Please note that arrival times on our shipping information page are estimates only.

Which couriers do you use?

We use a number of postal carriers depending on the shipping destination including Australia Post, DHL, New Zealand Post, USPS, Canada Post and Royal Mail.

Placing an Order

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Can I cancel/change my order?

If your order has already been sent then it cannot be cancelled or changed.

Can I add to an existing order?

As we receive a large number of customer orders daily, we are unable to add to orders already placed. We recommend you place a new order. We offer free shipping on all orders over $150AUD.

I forgot to use my offer code - can I claim it afterwards?

Please contact our friendly customer service team info@solbari.com and we will be happy assist you.

Will I be charged customs and import duties?

We attempt to prepay all customs and import duties where applicable. In the event that you are charged import duties, please contact our customer service team and we will refund those charges against your order.

Can I buy Solbari products in larger quantities

If you’re a corporate entity or team wanting to order a large quantity of Solbari products to wear, please signup to our Wholesale program at the bottom of this page in the footer or send us an email info@solbari.com and we'll be happy to assist you.

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We’ve put together some frequently asked questions to give you more information about Solbari and the products we offer.

If you have a question that you can’t find the answer to, please use the contact us page.

Click on any question to reveal the answer.

What does Solbari mean?

Solbari is the solar (sol) barrier (bari) you wear. All our products are rated with the highest sun protective rating UPF50+ and protect your skin with an effective solar barrier against UVA and UVB rays.

Where are your headquarters?

Solbari is an Australian company based in Melbourne.

Do you offer discount codes or discounts?

When you sign up to our Newsletter, you will be sent a discount code that allows you to save 10% off your order. Insert the discount code SOLBARI at the checkout page and the 10% discount will be applied automatically to your order.

You can also visit our Solbari Rewards page for more coupons and discounts.

Do you have stock in physical stores?

Our products are currently only available online on our website. Please contact us at info@solbari.com if you require any assistance with making a purchase.

Do you love what you do?

Absolutely. While skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, it is also one of the most preventable. About 90% of skin cancer cases are linked to ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure from the sun. At Solbari we are passionate about preventing skin cancer and our mission is to reduce the rates of skin cancer not only in Australia but around the world.

Are your garments true to size?

Our garments fit true to size. They have a nice flattering shape without being baggy or too tight. Before you purchase, we strongly recommend you check our size chart against your measurements. We try to make our sizing consistent across our Solbari range. You can find our size guide on our product pages and under our customer service tab.

My skin is prone to irritation, can I wear Solbari?

We also cater for people with skin conditions and those who need to avoid sun exposure for medical reasons.

What is the difference between our fabrics?

Our styles come in a number of different fabrics, all of which have been tested and rated UPF50+ protection.

Click here to learn more about our UPF50+ fabrics.

How do I care for my Solbari?

Please follow the washing instructions on the care label for the garments and the swing tag for the hats. You can also find the washing instructions by going directly to the product page and clicking on the "Fabric Details" tab.

Do you sell your fabrics?

We do not sell our fabrics.

What does UPF mean and why is it important?

UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor. This indicates how much of the sun’s UV radiation is blocked by the fabric before it reaches your skin. Our rating is the highest achievable, which is UPF50+ on all our products. This means that at least 98% of broad spectrum UVA and UVB rays are blocked by the fabric and cannot damage your skin. Our products act as the solar barrier that you wear.

What is the difference between UPF and SPF?

UPF is the protection rating given to Fabrics and SPF is for Sunscreen.

A UPF50+ is the highest sun protective rating available in the world for fabrics.

Do I need to wear sunscreen if I wear Solbari clothing?

You need to wear sunscreen on areas which are not covered by your Solbari.

If you are wearing a hat, we recommend that you still wear sunscreen on your face and neck as UV rays can be reflected from the ground, water and snow.

What are your delivery charges?

Please visit our Shipping Information page for more information.

Where are orders and exchanges sent from?

All orders and returns are dispatched and processed from our warehouse in Melbourne (Australia).

Where is my order?

Your tracking information will be emailed to you as soon as your order has been dispatched and you will be able to track your order online.

Solbari does not take responsibility for late arrivals. Postal delays are out of our control. Refunds or cancellations will not be allowed if the shipment arrival times exceed the estimated times outlined on our Shipping information page.

COVID-19

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are aware that the global delivery network has been disrupted causing delays to shipments. This is affecting e-commerce deliveries globally.

Please note that arrival times on our shipping information page are estimates only.

Which couriers do you use

We use a number of postal carriers depending on the shipping destination including Australia Post, DHL, New Zealand Post, USPS, Canada Post and Royal Mail.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Can I cancel/change my order?

If your order has already been sent then it cannot be cancelled or changed.

Can I add to an existing order?

As we receive a large number of customer orders daily, we are unable to add to orders already placed. We recommend you place a new order.

I forgot to use my offer code - can I claim it afterwards?

Please contact our friendly customer service team info@solbari.com and we will be happy assist you.

Will I be charged customs and import duties?

We attempt to prepay all customs and import duties where applicable. In the event that you are charged import duties, please contact our customer service team and we will refund those charges against your order.

Can I buy Solbari products in larger quantities?

If you’re a corporate entity or team wanting to order a large quantity of Solbari products to wear, please signup to our Wholesale program at the bottom of this page in the footer or send us an email info@solbari.com and we'll be happy to assist you.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Our customer service team is happy to assist you if you have questions. Please use this form and we'll get back to you shortly.
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