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Dermatologists recommend sun protective clothing
This blog highlights that the primary cause of skin cancer is the cumulative exposure to the sun. Sun protective clothing with a high UPF rating provides consistent protection from UV...
Dermatologists recommend sun protective clothing
This blog highlights that the primary cause of skin cancer is the cumulative exposure to the sun. Sun protective clothing with a high UPF rating provides consistent protection from UV radiation. Dermatologists outline in this blog why they prefer sun protection clothing with a UPF 50+ rating.
Raising awareness about sun protection on Skin Cancer Action Week 2019
Over the coming weeks, we will be publishing some stories from the Solbari Community to help raise awareness about skin cancer, melanoma and sun protection. If you are interested in sharing your...
Raising awareness about sun protection on Skin Cancer Action Week 2019
Over the coming weeks, we will be publishing some stories from the Solbari Community to help raise awareness about skin cancer, melanoma and sun protection. If you are interested in sharing your story, please answer the following questions from the relevant questionnaire and send us a picture of yourself being sun safe in the outdoors.
Your Story Series: Meet Lin
I grew up thinking pale was beautiful till I started university in the mid 70s. Then I took a U turn and decided a tanned look would make me look...
Your Story Series: Meet Lin
I grew up thinking pale was beautiful till I started university in the mid 70s. Then I took a U turn and decided a tanned look would make me look more attractive. I went all out achieving a tanned look, lying out in the sun during the summer holidays, after my summer job hours and all weekends. That went on for many years.
Your Story Series: Meet Bianca
Sun protective clothing is synonymous with dull and boring outfits. Being an active outdoor person, I have found my white knight Solbari. The Solbari sun hat is my angel guarding...
Your Story Series: Meet Bianca
Sun protective clothing is synonymous with dull and boring outfits. Being an active outdoor person, I have found my white knight Solbari. The Solbari sun hat is my angel guarding my face, in the disguise of a fashion hat.
Who should I talk to if I am concerned about skin cancer?
This blog explains who you should talk to if you have concerns about skin cancer or melanoma. In the first instance, your GP should be able to address your skin...
Who should I talk to if I am concerned about skin cancer?
This blog explains who you should talk to if you have concerns about skin cancer or melanoma. In the first instance, your GP should be able to address your skin concerns. If the mole or skin lesion in question is suspicious or needs more specialist attention you are likely to be referred to a dermatologist.
What is the maximum UPF rating?
This blog confirms that UPF 50+ is the maximum sun protective rating awarded for fabrics. UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor and is the rating system for sun protective fabrics....
What is the maximum UPF rating?
This blog confirms that UPF 50+ is the maximum sun protective rating awarded for fabrics. UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor and is the rating system for sun protective fabrics. Australia formalised the UPF rating system in the 1990s. Solbari Sun Protection offers a range of UPF 50+ sun protective clothing.
Keep skin cancer at bay and avoid tanning
If you're one of our Northern Hemisphere friends and ready to soak up the summer sun, consider this... Health officials estimate more than 10,000 Americans will die this year from...
Keep skin cancer at bay and avoid tanning
If you're one of our Northern Hemisphere friends and ready to soak up the summer sun, consider this... Health officials estimate more than 10,000 Americans will die this year from melanoma. The sad reality is that this is more than one person every hour. Dermatologists recommend you apply sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 30. Regardless of it's a sunny or cloudy day. As up to 80% of UV rays can penetrate through the clouds and harm your skin.
Is skin cancer reversible?
This blog confirms that the vast majority of melanomas and skin cancers are treatable if caught at an early stage. Skin cancer death rates increase materially if detected at more...
Is skin cancer reversible?
This blog confirms that the vast majority of melanomas and skin cancers are treatable if caught at an early stage. Skin cancer death rates increase materially if detected at more advanced stages particularly in the case of melanoma. Wearing UPF 50+ sun protective clothing will allow you to lead a sun safe lifestyle.
If I have a mole that bleeds should I be concerned?
This blog explains that if damage to a common or irregular mole causes bleeding, but returns to a steady state where bleeding does not persist, then you are probably fine....
If I have a mole that bleeds should I be concerned?
This blog explains that if damage to a common or irregular mole causes bleeding, but returns to a steady state where bleeding does not persist, then you are probably fine. However, if bleeding or oozing of fluid from a mole persists then you should seek immediate medical advice.
Can younger people get skin cancer?
This blog confirms that the most common cancer amongst people aged 15-29 in Australia is skin cancer, accounting for over a quarter of all cancers detected in that age group....
Can younger people get skin cancer?
This blog confirms that the most common cancer amongst people aged 15-29 in Australia is skin cancer, accounting for over a quarter of all cancers detected in that age group. The good news is that skin cancer is one of the most preventable with a sun safe approach, which includes wearing UPF 50+ sun protective clothing.
New Scientist: Too much sunscreen? UPF 50+ clothing is the answer
The New Scientist published an article suggesting that sunscreen could be detrimental for your health overall. In this blog we give our perspective on the benefits and inadequacies of sunscreen,...
New Scientist: Too much sunscreen? UPF 50+ clothing is the answer
The New Scientist published an article suggesting that sunscreen could be detrimental for your health overall. In this blog we give our perspective on the benefits and inadequacies of sunscreen, but also look to highlight the advantages of UPF 50+ sun protective clothing making it the obvious choice for sun protection.
Skin Health Series: Rowena's Story
My skin condition is vitiligo, which I have had since an early age of a few months old. My skin is very sun sensitive and is prone to burning quickly...
Skin Health Series: Rowena's Story
My skin condition is vitiligo, which I have had since an early age of a few months old. My skin is very sun sensitive and is prone to burning quickly and easily.
Skin Health Series: Veronica's Story
I have an autoimmune skin condition called vitiligo. It began when I was in my late teens, in small stages at first, around eyes, mouth, and joints. It was very damaging...
Skin Health Series: Veronica's Story
I have an autoimmune skin condition called vitiligo. It began when I was in my late teens, in small stages at first, around eyes, mouth, and joints. It was very damaging psychologically, as my skin, which was olive in tone, began to show pure white patches. It was quite dramatic, very frightening, and often these patches appeared overnight. This condition affects my day-to-day living in that my skin will burn with just a few minutes of sunlight. I could wear sunblock, but do not appreciate the way it feels, and it doesn’t always work well.
Skin Health Series: Michele's Story
I was diagnosed with melanoma one year ago, although I have had always been careful with sunscreen 50+ and I have never sunbathed (but I am fair-skinned and with many moles). ...
Skin Health Series: Michele's Story
I was diagnosed with melanoma one year ago, although I have had always been careful with sunscreen 50+ and I have never sunbathed (but I am fair-skinned and with many moles). Life has changed a lot. I take less 'exotic' trips, and do less walking in the sun and sitting in the park when I'm in the city on the weekends.
Skin Health Series: Pam's Story
I suffer from sun poisoning. I've also heard it called solar urticaria. I've had this since I was 10 years old. When I go in the sun I break out...
Skin Health Series: Pam's Story
I suffer from sun poisoning. I've also heard it called solar urticaria. I've had this since I was 10 years old. When I go in the sun I break out in painful hives, have headaches and feel nauseous and generally unwell. When this condition first appeared, the doctors did not know what it was or how to effectively treat it.