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WOMEN'S SKIN COOLER LONG SLEEVE TOP*
WOMEN'S SIZING INFORMATION IMPERIAL / METRIC
Bust | Waist | Hips | |
X-Small | 31"- 33"in / <79 - 84 cm | 22"- 24" in / 56 - 61 cm | 30”- 33” in / 76 - 84 cm |
Small | 34"- 36" in / 86 - 91 cm | 25"- 27" in / 65 - 69 cm | 34”- 35” in / 86 - 89 cm |
Medium | 37"-39" in / 94 - 99 cm | 28"-30" in / 70 - 77 cm | 36”- 38” in / 91 - 97 cm |
Large | 40"- 42" in / 101 - 107 cm | 31"- 33" in / 79 - 84 cm | 39”- 41” in / 99 - 104 cm |
X-Large | 42"- 44" in / 107 - 112 cm | 34"-36" in / 86 - 91 cm | 42”- 44” in / 107 - 112 cm |
XX-Large | 44"+ in / 112 cm + | 36"- 38" in / 92 - 97 cm | 44”- 46" in / 112 - 117 cm |
The size chart above should serve as a general guide. If you would like assistance in determining the proper size, please send the following information to contact@desotosport.com.
Fit Type: Form-fitted
Fit Note: Please do not assume your size is the same as previous years, please use our size chart and if in doubt, email us at: femme@desotosport.com. Triathlon apparel is meant to fit next-to-skin. This is to eliminate potential chafing, and unnecessary drag during the swim, bike and run. If you’re not comfortable with this type of fit and or are between sizes, we recommend sizing up. Garment will fit the most snug the first time you put it on, it will relax slightly once wet.
Features and Benefits:
Read this nice TIP FROM EMILIO: HOW TO QUICKLY PUT ON A SKIN COOLER LONGSLEEVE TOP! (AN EASY WAY TO PUT ON & REMOVE A TRI TOP)
What makes ours different? Our Skin Cooler fiber is designed to feel and perform like silk (from a silkworm). Through Biomimicry, we took the virtues of this natural fiber and created a synthetic silk. It will keep you cool in hot weather and cooler when it is wet. Put it on and you will instantly feel the cool sensation. Wet it and you will notice a drop in the surface temperature of the skin between 7 and 10 degrees.
A MEDICAL TESTIM0NIAL: We received this letter from a respected Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon:
I am an avid runner and triathlete and I recently discovered your Skin Cooler products, of which I'm a huge fan. I have been wearing them for a few months now and couldn't be happier. I am a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. Every patient I see is plagued by basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, or melanoma. I recommend your products to my active patients on a daily basis. It allows them to continue their active lifestyle while protecting themselves from the sun. I find your product to be far superior to all other cooling and sun protective lines. I truly appreciate your efforts and innovations.
Note: No garment should ever be a substitute so we always recommend you wear sunscreen underneath these, and all, products. It is crucial to keep in mind that a sunscreen's (whichever brand you may choose) SPF/UPF rating refers only to its ability to protect skin from UVB radiation. Because we know that UVA damage can be just as insidious, it is essential for the health of your skin that you use a sunscreen that contains the UVA-protecting ingredients of titanium dioxide or zinc oxide.
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WOMEN'S SKIN COOLER LONG SLEEVE TOP*
I wore it today for the first time and loved it. It kept me warm at the start of my morning ride and I did not overheat as the morning warmed up. I was really comfortable for the duration of my ride.
I love this shirt so much, this is my second one! Fits great! Works well as a sunblocking shirt but you stay cool!
Decades ago I purchased a medium in this top which was too big and still I have it to this day. Every time I put it on it is like a soothing hug that just makes me feel good. I can’t explain it, it just is. I actually didn’t realize they were still for sale all these years later, but realized they were and purchased two more long sleeve and two short sleeve cooler tops in the right size. They feel and look great and do an amazing job. Few things in my life do I hold onto for decades in terms of clothing, but De Soto is one of them:)
I live in the Phoenix valley where the sun is a beat down and can actually be dangerous. I wear these on all my bikes and runs. I have 7 of the long sleeve skin coolers for function but they are also super cute. I describe them as wearing shade.
About 15 ago in my 20s I I was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma and have to be careful to never have a sunburn. This shirt has enabled me to continue my active lifestyle without feeling like an old lady while protecting my skin. Another bonus is the skin cooler function. It keeps me cool during hot weather marathons but doesn’t make me feel cold when it’s still chilly before the day gets hot. I wear it all summer long for outdoor activities from gardening, hiking and going to the beach. This shirt has truly improved my summers!
After multiple washings and wearings, they continue to hold their fit and beautiful colors. I'm anxiously awaiting the next new graphics. I bought six so far.
I have several of these top. They are amazing during long hot bike rides and runs. Protect from sun and getting burned, but also cool because of quick evaporation. During the run the pockets in back can be filled with ice, cooling the body and avoiding wet feet. And they look great!
I tried De Soto for my first triathlon after tons of research and easy to say that I'm addicted to the sport and to De Soto! I came back and bought this in the Le Jardin Lily Pad. I'm currently ultra marathon training and knew I would continue training while vacationing in Aruba. The cooling worked even in the Aruba sun!! I paired it with the skin cooling cap and I was good to go!!
I love this product! I live on Maui and train for 1/2 and full Ironmans. I’m fair skinned and also a heavy sweater and the long sleeve top keeps me protected and also cool in Hawaii! I plan to use it on the bike and run in Kona in a few weeks. And it feels so good when you thorw cool water on you sleeves!
I wouldn’t have thought any material that covers the skin could also keep it cool…but this one definitely does. I’ve worn it biking, running, and swimming all summer, not a single complaint and way less sunburn. I love the simple print of the Retro Stripe design (Though, as the word “femme” is printed on the front, some have asked me if I am a femme, the word for woman in French, sure, and also the word for a feminine lesbian. Would be happy to affirm if it were so but I’m afraid I’m not.) I would purchase more of these if there were more simple, elegant prints like Retro Stripe. I know loud prints are a thing but find a number of the De Soto prints gaudy. This said, I’m a longtime fan of De Soto materials, form, and fit, and especially the low profile chamois/padding in shorts, and when simple, elegant prints and solid color kits are released, I often snag them! Make simpler print options and more solid colors for the Cooler tops, please!
I have worn this shirt on two hot and humid Florida rides. I felt cool and comfortable. I really enjoy this shirt and would buy another. It fits great too!
I've been a fan of De Soto ever since I got to own one (Forza) last year and it really was the best tri suit I had. However, I quite disappointed that it was not among the available trisuits now as I think it's been discontinued. I bought this skin cooler long sleeves top to try out because of its promise to keep the skin cooler even when it's already hot. This is true since I noticed that my skin was cooler than normal. But my purpose is more of ensuring my skin does not get burned too much while I swim or bike. I was only able to use it for swim as of this writing and yes it served the purpose I intended it for. It's also very light to the skin but does not have the same compression that I was looking for like that of the Forza. The backside also would bunch up while on swim so I guess I should buy a full suit if I don't want that happening. I do recommend the product but if shipping to a country like the Philippines, the shipping can be really expensive as De Soto uses Fedex and Fedex has additional charges here in my country at around $12 dollars and I think there are no other option that can lower the shipping. Overall the shipping costs almost the same as the items, which is sad. I still gave 4 stars to improve on the compression and tightness that might lessen the bunching of the backside while swimming. No stars were removed for the shipping issue as it does not reflect on the item but on the options in general but still worth mentioning.
WOMEN'S SKIN COOLER LONG SLEEVE TOP*
I wore it today for the first time and loved it. It kept me warm at the start of my morning ride and I did not overheat as the morning warmed up. I was really comfortable for the duration of my ride.
I love this shirt so much, this is my second one! Fits great! Works well as a sunblocking shirt but you stay cool!
Decades ago I purchased a medium in this top which was too big and still I have it to this day. Every time I put it on it is like a soothing hug that just makes me feel good. I can’t explain it, it just is. I actually didn’t realize they were still for sale all these years later, but realized they were and purchased two more long sleeve and two short sleeve cooler tops in the right size. They feel and look great and do an amazing job. Few things in my life do I hold onto for decades in terms of clothing, but De Soto is one of them:)
I live in the Phoenix valley where the sun is a beat down and can actually be dangerous. I wear these on all my bikes and runs. I have 7 of the long sleeve skin coolers for function but they are also super cute. I describe them as wearing shade.
About 15 ago in my 20s I I was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma and have to be careful to never have a sunburn. This shirt has enabled me to continue my active lifestyle without feeling like an old lady while protecting my skin. Another bonus is the skin cooler function. It keeps me cool during hot weather marathons but doesn’t make me feel cold when it’s still chilly before the day gets hot. I wear it all summer long for outdoor activities from gardening, hiking and going to the beach. This shirt has truly improved my summers!
After multiple washings and wearings, they continue to hold their fit and beautiful colors. I'm anxiously awaiting the next new graphics. I bought six so far.
I have several of these top. They are amazing during long hot bike rides and runs. Protect from sun and getting burned, but also cool because of quick evaporation. During the run the pockets in back can be filled with ice, cooling the body and avoiding wet feet. And they look great!
I tried De Soto for my first triathlon after tons of research and easy to say that I'm addicted to the sport and to De Soto! I came back and bought this in the Le Jardin Lily Pad. I'm currently ultra marathon training and knew I would continue training while vacationing in Aruba. The cooling worked even in the Aruba sun!! I paired it with the skin cooling cap and I was good to go!!
I love this product! I live on Maui and train for 1/2 and full Ironmans. I’m fair skinned and also a heavy sweater and the long sleeve top keeps me protected and also cool in Hawaii! I plan to use it on the bike and run in Kona in a few weeks. And it feels so good when you thorw cool water on you sleeves!
I wouldn’t have thought any material that covers the skin could also keep it cool…but this one definitely does. I’ve worn it biking, running, and swimming all summer, not a single complaint and way less sunburn. I love the simple print of the Retro Stripe design (Though, as the word “femme” is printed on the front, some have asked me if I am a femme, the word for woman in French, sure, and also the word for a feminine lesbian. Would be happy to affirm if it were so but I’m afraid I’m not.) I would purchase more of these if there were more simple, elegant prints like Retro Stripe. I know loud prints are a thing but find a number of the De Soto prints gaudy. This said, I’m a longtime fan of De Soto materials, form, and fit, and especially the low profile chamois/padding in shorts, and when simple, elegant prints and solid color kits are released, I often snag them! Make simpler print options and more solid colors for the Cooler tops, please!
I have worn this shirt on two hot and humid Florida rides. I felt cool and comfortable. I really enjoy this shirt and would buy another. It fits great too!
I've been a fan of De Soto ever since I got to own one (Forza) last year and it really was the best tri suit I had. However, I quite disappointed that it was not among the available trisuits now as I think it's been discontinued. I bought this skin cooler long sleeves top to try out because of its promise to keep the skin cooler even when it's already hot. This is true since I noticed that my skin was cooler than normal. But my purpose is more of ensuring my skin does not get burned too much while I swim or bike. I was only able to use it for swim as of this writing and yes it served the purpose I intended it for. It's also very light to the skin but does not have the same compression that I was looking for like that of the Forza. The backside also would bunch up while on swim so I guess I should buy a full suit if I don't want that happening. I do recommend the product but if shipping to a country like the Philippines, the shipping can be really expensive as De Soto uses Fedex and Fedex has additional charges here in my country at around $12 dollars and I think there are no other option that can lower the shipping. Overall the shipping costs almost the same as the items, which is sad. I still gave 4 stars to improve on the compression and tightness that might lessen the bunching of the backside while swimming. No stars were removed for the shipping issue as it does not reflect on the item but on the options in general but still worth mentioning.
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