I am very pale, and I dislike the way sunscreen feels on my arms and neck. I also live in southern California, which means that in the summer months, I just get burned constantly or have to feel sticky all the time. I love this shawl, I wear it whenever I can. It looks small in the picture, but if you unfurl it, it easily covers me shoulders and upper arms,  even going down to my wrists. The fabric is lightweight, and I don't feel extra hot when I wear it. To combat the heat my office is kept super cold, so it's nice to wear it inside as well. Its easy to use, it works well, and I will be buying other coolibar products in the future!