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Female Founded in Boulder, CO

1% Donated To Skin Cancer Research

Skin Cancer Foundation Recommended

Certified B-Corp Since 2013

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What is UPF?

Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) indicates how much UV radiation (both UVB and UVA) a fabric allows to reach your skin.

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UPF vs SPF

But what is the difference? Actually, a lot.

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Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF)

 
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Sun Protection Factor (SPF)

Measures ultraviolet (UV) exposure time
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Measures sunscreen
burn time
Protects against UVA& UVB radiation.
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Protects against UVB radiation
Long-term protection
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Reapply for safety

UPF Hats

  • Amelia Wide Brim Packable UPF Sun Hat in Natural from Wallaroo Amelia Wide Brim Packable UPF Sun Hat in Natural from Wallaroo

    Amelia

    Amelia

    $40.00
    $59.00 $40.00
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    Sale UPF 50+
  • Women's Packable UPF Aqua Hat Beach Sun Hat with Chinstrap in Turquoise from Wallaroo Woman Wearing a packable Waterproof Turquoise Sun Hat for the beach with Chinstrap

    Aqua Hat

    Aqua Hat

    $49.00
    $49.00
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    UPF 50+
  • The Aria Ladies' Big Wide Brim Packable Sun Hat in Black from Wallaroo Woman at a chic outdoor café, wearing the Wallaroo Aria Wide Brim Sun Hat, perfect for staying cool and stylish during summer outings, Black

    Aria

    Aria

    $27.00
    $53.00 $27.00
    |
    Sale UPF 50+
  • Wallaroo Aspen fall and winter white felt sun hat for Ladies Women's Aspen Winter White felt Fedora Fall/Winter Sun Hat from Wallaroo

    Aspen

    Aspen

    $75.00
    $75.00
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    UPF 50+
  • The Bali; a Packable Women's Wide Brim Fedora Style UPF Natural straw sun hat from Wallaroo Woman wearing the Bali fedora and brown cardigan against a plain background

    Bali

    Bali

    $61.00
    $61.00
    |
    UPF 30+
  • Wallaroo Women's Taupe Breton sun hat with UPF 50+ protection, braided design, and wide brim for summer style Woman wearing the Wallaroo Women's Taupe Breton wide-brim hat with UPF 50+ sun protection. Perfect for summer garden parties, casual outdoor events, and stylish UV protection for women.

    Breton

    Breton

    $51.00
    $51.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Cambria Women's UPF Wide Brim Wool Felt Sun Hat in Navy from Wallaroo Woman wearing the Wallaroo Victoria Sun Hat, combining lightweight poly-straw material and UPF 50 protection for cooler seasonal days, Navy

    Cambria

    Cambria

    $35.00
    $69.00 $35.00
    |
    Sale UPF 50+
  • Kerrigan sun hat by Carkella that features a big wide brim, and is travel friendly, Ivory/Cloud Grey Woman in winter clothes wearing a fedora style big wide brim sun hat for ladies, Ivory/Cloud Grey

    Carkella Kerrigan

    Carkella Kerrigan

    $71.00
    $71.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • The Lauren fedora style sun hat with a big wide brim to provide UPF 50 sun protection, Mixed Camel Woman wearing a Carkella Lauren packable hat and brown cardigan with a blurred green background.

    Carkella Lauren

    Carkella Lauren

    $71.00
    $71.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Front of Wide Brim Fedora Style Vivian UPF Sun Hat in White Beige from Carkella by Wallaroo Woman Wearing a UPF Packable Big Wide Brim Fedora Style Vivian Sun Hat by Carkella, White Beige

    Carkella Vivian

    Carkella Vivian

    $71.00
    $71.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Front of Packable Women's Caroline Fredora Style UPF Sun Hat in Beige from Wallaroo, Beige Woman standing on a city street in the Wallaroo Caroline Fedora, stylish and functional sun protection for urban explorers, Beige

    Caroline

    Caroline

    $61.00
    $61.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Women's canvas summer sun hat in coral made with packable, UPF 50 rating material, Cotton Canvas Coral Woman wearing a big wide brim UPF sun hat outside, Coral

    Casual Traveler

    Casual Traveler

    $51.00
    $51.00
    |
    UPF 50+
    + 4
  • Front of UPF Charlie Fedora Style Packable Sun Hat in Ivory Taupe from Wallaroo, Ivory/Taupe Woman in front of flowers wearing a ladies' summer sun hat by Wallaroo, Ivory/Taupe

    Charlie

    Charlie

    $61.00
    $61.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • fedora style sun hat by Wallaroo, Ivory/Black A fit woman wearing the Wallaroo Unisex Charlie Fedora Sun Hat during a weekend hike, offering lightweight comfort, UPF 50+ sun protection, and a fashionable design for active lifestyles, Ivory/Black

    Charlie XL

    Charlie XL

    $61.00
    $61.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • UPF Charlotte Beach Fedora Style Straw Sun Hat with cotton lining from Wallaroo, Natural Woman wearing a big wide brim Charlotte sun hat by Wallaroo, Natural

    Charlotte

    Charlotte

    $69.00
    $69.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Front of UPF Darby Big Wide Brim Sun Protection Hat in Ivory/Black from Wallaroo Woman walking along a garden path in the Wallaroo Darby Wide Brim Cloche Sun Hat, showcasing its round crown and reliable UV protection for outdoor activities, Ivory/Black

    Darby

    Darby

    $61.00
    $61.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Front of women's Denver cowboy packable travel sun hat, Taupe Woman wearing a striped shirt and Denver packable cowboy sun hat outdoors, Taupe

    Denver

    Denver

    $73.00
    $73.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Front of Big Wide Brim Fedora Style Elise Summer Sun Hat in White Beige from Wallaroo, White Beige w/black scarf Woman touring an art exhibit at an outdoor cultural festival wearing the Wallaroo Elise Wide Brim Fedora, reflecting Jane Seymour’s artistic flair and outdoor elegance, White Beige w/black scarf

    Elise

    Elise

    $77.00
    $77.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Women's Packable Gabi Ponytail Fedora Style UPF Sun Hat in Black from Wallaroo Woman wearing a black Gabi ponytail fedora hat and purple blazer against a white brick wall

    Gabi

    Gabi

    $61.00
    $61.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Front of women's Greenwich fedora travel sun hat, Ivory Woman wearing women's Greenwich fedora white sun hat with blue band, sitting on a wicker chair outdoors, Ivory

    Greenwich

    Greenwich

    $73.00
    $73.00
    |
    UPF 50+
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  • Avery Unisex Fedora Style UPF Sun Protection Hat in Camel from Wallaroo Man Wearing Avery Fedora Style UPF Sun Hat Camel from Wallaroo

    Avery

    Avery

    $69.00
    $69.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Fedora Style Baja UPF Straw Sun Hat with Chinstrap in Camel from Wallaroo Baja Big Wide Brim Camel UPF Straw Sun Protection Hat with Chinstrap from Wallaroo

    Baja

    Baja

    $77.00
    $77.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Men's Fedora Style Cabo Beach Sun Hat with Chinstrap from Wallaroo in Natural w/surf trim Man wearing a summer beach hat outside by Wallaroo in Natural w/surf trim

    Cabo

    Cabo

    $61.00
    $61.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Carkella by Wallaroo Fairway Fedora sun hat for men, women, and unisex, featuring a classic design, wide brim, and UPF 50+ sun protection, White Man enjoying a day on a boat, wearing the Carkella Fairway Fedora Sun Hat for superior sun protection, perfect for long days by the water, White

    Carkella Fairway Fedora

    Carkella Fairway Fedora

    $67.00
    $67.00
    |
    UPF 50+
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  • Front of Kid's Packable Wide Brim Style Petite Nantucket UPF Sun Hat in Rainbow Tones from Wallaroo Girl Wearing a Packable Kid's Petite Nantucket UPF Sun Hat in Rainbow Tones from Wallaroo

    Kids' Petite Nantucket

    Kids' Petite Nantucket

    $31.00
    $31.00
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    UPF 50+
  • Kid's Adjustable Jr. Explorer Bucket Style UPF Sun Hat with Chinstrap in Hydrangea/White from Wallaroo kid wearing a bucket style sun hat for children by Wallaroo, Hydrangea/White

    Junior Explorer

    Junior Explorer

    $33.00
    $33.00
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    UPF 50+
  • Kid's Packable Bucket Style UPF Shark Hat Sun with Chinstrap in Blue from Wallaroo Child playing, shaded by the Wallaroo Children's Shark Sun Hat, featuring a durable wide brim and UPF 50+ for long days in the sun, Blue

    Shark Hat

    Shark Hat

    $33.00
    $33.00
    |
    UPF 50+
  • Kid's Packable and Bucket Style Platypus UPF Sun Hat with Chinstrap in Fuchsia Dots from Wallaroo Wallaroo Kids’ Platypus sun hat, small wide brim legionnaires hat made of microfiber, offering UPF 50+ protection for beach days, travel, and outdoor play, Fuchsia Dots

    Platypus

    Platypus

    $29.00
    $29.00
    |
    UPF 50+
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UPF 50+
Dermatologist Recommended

Dermatologists emphasize the importance of UPF 50+ protection to prevent sun damage—and Wallaroo hats deliver exactly that, blocking 98% of harmful UV rays.

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"With over 4 million cases of skin cancer each year due to chronic exposure to UltraViolet A & B (rays), sun protection is imperative. I tell my patients that means using sunscreen and wearing a hat, as it’s difficult to protect the scalp with sunscreen."

Dr. Beth Briden, Board-Certified Dermatologist

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Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation for effective sun protection on hats

Skin Cancer Foundation Recommended

Wallaroo hats with UPF 50+ fabric have earned the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation, recognizing them as effective sun protection. It's our way of helping you enjoy the outdoors—safely and confidently.

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  • "The UPF 50 protection is a must and the styling of the hat is exquisite. Thank you for producing such beautiful hats."

    David Y.

  • "Wallaroo’s mission to continually bring awareness to (sun protection), was my immediate connection because I am a stage IV Melanoma survivor."

    Katie O., Skin Cancer Survivor

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The Flexi-Weave Advantage

Our innovative Flexi-Weave material combines lightweight comfort with durable, packable design. It springs back into shape, making it the perfect travel companion for sun protection on the go.

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