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Can skin damage caused by the sun be repaired or even reversed?

Learn how your skin repairs sun damage and how to support its recovery.

UV rays explained and how they affect your skin

Discover UVA & UVB rays' impact on skin and why sun protection is crucial.

How to pick the perfect sun hat for sun protection

The best features to look for when shopping for a hat that provides effective protection from the sun.

Staying sun safe: UPF 50+ sun protective clothing is the best solution

This blog looks at the best solution for sun protection. The diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer and melanoma costs the Australian Government around $1.7bn annually. Sunscreen is an effective tool in sun protection, but we believe it should be considered as a last resort measure when you have no option but to expose your skin directly to sunlight. It is beyond debate that sun protective clothing is a more reliable means of sun protection.

Don't miss these 7 areas when protecting your skin

In this blog we highlight 7 areas which people often forget to protect and can cause serious sunburns and skin damage... 1. Ears: Have you ever had blistering, peeling ears? Well, it's pretty painful and not a good look. Don't forget to apply sunscreen on your ears, the upper area and behind them. 2. Eyelids: It's a very delicate area, where the skin is sensitive and thin. Category 3 sunglasses will help protect the eyes as well as a wide brim sun hat. Click here to read more...

What does UPF50+ mean?

Explore how UPF 50+ shields against harmful UV radiation effectively.

Psoriasis Awareness Month: Meet Magenta

Magenta, 23, shares her psoriasis journey and how Solbari aids protection.

Ordinary Clothing vs. UPF Clothing: What's the Difference?

This blog post compares the protection offered by normal clothes and UPF clothes in order to understand the importance of sun protective clothing.

Men's Health Week: Dr. Ryan de Cruz answers your questions on skin cancer

Hi, I’m Dr Ryan de Cruz. I’m a Consultant Dermatologist and Director of Southern Dermatology in Melbourne, Australia. With this week being Men’s Health Week, I’m here to talk about skin cancer in men, and what we can do to encourage the men in our lives to be more sun-safe.

The importance of protecting your skin during autumn

Curious why sun protection matters in cooler months? Discover why it's essential.

Skin Cancer Awareness with Dr Brooke Corbett

We caught up with Dr Brooke Corbett for Skin Cancer Awareness Month to chat about skin cancer facts, prevention and early detection.

Your Story Series: Meet Louisa

My mothering nature of protecting my children has sharpened my perception of the sun which cannot be greeted with a light-hearted attitude. Premature ageing skin and skin cancer risk are my enemies. At the same time, to guard against the sun invasion does not mean I should give up dressing well.

Tips on how to maintain healthy skin

Discover expert skin tips for maintaining healthy skin.

Your Story Series: Meet Laura

Tell us who you are, what you do, and where you’re from. My name is Laura and I live in Chicago with my husband and dog, Aspen. I am a speech-language pathologist and yoga instructor. Tell us a bit about your experience with melanoma. In January 2022, I made an appointment with my dermatologist due to concerns about a changing mole under my right breast. I noticed that the centre was starting to get darker and knew something wasn’t right. Despite seeing a dermatologist annually for full-body skin exams for 10+ years, I had very unhealthy skin habits (including outdoors tanning and use of tanning beds) over the years. I decided not to wait and went 3 months prior to my scheduled yearly exam. Not long after my biopsy, my dermatologist called me on my drive home from work. When she said the word “melanoma,” my world started to spin. A week later, I went to my follow-up appointment for the melanoma to be treated with wide excision. It took about a half hour to complete and several weeks for my body to feel normal again. Fast forward almost 2 years later and my life looks a lot different for the better. What does sun safety mean to you? And what is your attitude towards sun protection today? Sun safety means continuing to live my life but making conscious decisions each and every day to protect my skin. My sister (who is a Dermatology P.A. and fellow melanoma survivor) and I started an Instagram page (Sun_Safety_Sisters) to educate and promote sun safety. We have made it a passion of ours to share our story and knowledge, in hopes of encouraging others to prioritise their skin health. Today, sun protection is a priority and non-negotiable for me. I invest in sunscreen that works for my skin type so I wear it daily. In addition to sunscreen, I wear comfortable and stylish UPF clothing (Solbari is my favourite!), a hat and sunglasses when outside. I seek shade and try to limit sun exposure when the UV index is the highest. What are your best sun protection tips? Limited time outside in the sun when the UV index is the highest, wear daily sunscreen (and re-apply every 2 hours!), seek shade, wear a hat, sunglasses and UPF clothing to maximise your protection. What would you tell other women who aren’t aware of the risks of UV exposure and the importance of sun safety? I would share my melanoma story, educate them on the importance of sun safety and risks associated with tanning, and encourage them to act on their skin health. If someone enjoys being tan, I would recommend that they consider safer alternatives to tanning, such as lotions, gels, sprays, drops and airbrush. I would also remind them that pale is healthy and beautiful! Thank you, Laura, for helping raise awareness of melanoma and the importance of sun protection, and sharing your story with us and our Solbari Community. The Solbari Team Laura is pictured wearing our Vacation Cotton Linen UPF50+ Sun Hat.

Your Story Series: Meet Nick

I'm more serious about sun safety as an adult, particularly so recently with my wife having received treatment for advanced melanoma (Stage 3C). Melanoma is the most common cancer affecting young people, which so many in my age group do not realise.

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