Tell us who you are, what you do, and where you’re from.  I'm Amy Nichole, a lifestyle photographer in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, NV. Beyond the lens, I am a 4x Melanoma and Cervical cancer survivor, on a mission to educate and inspire. Alongside my husband Alex and our Australian Shepherd Roxy, we embark on a thrilling journey, living life on the road in our Airstream for six months each year, driven by our love for the outdoors. What does sun safety mean to you, and what role does it play in your life? Sun safety isn't just a routine; it's our shield against the sun's intensity. As ..read more

Living with sensitive skin can be challenging, especially if you have a chronic condition such as psoriasis, lupus, or eczema. At Solbari, we also know that sun protection is crucial for anyone with sensitive skin, as exposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can trigger flare-ups and exacerbate existing skin conditions. This is why it’s important to choose sun protection that’s also gentle on your skin. UPF50+ clothing is a great way to stay safe in the sun, and when it comes to clothing, some fabrics can help alleviate skin irritation caused by contact. Cotton and bamboo are particularly well-su ..read more

Below are 7 areas which people often forget to protect from the sun and can cause serious sunburn 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. 3. Hair line and hair part: The top of the head is an area where the sun's rays hit hard.  4. Back of neck: Getting a sunburn in that ..read more

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 center 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 o ..read more

UPF 50+ sun protective clothing is a must  Dermatologists recommend sun protection clothing as the first line of defence against sunburn, skin ageing and melanoma skin cancer. UPF 50+ is the highest sun protective rating available for clothing in Australia. Have a sunscreen with at least a SPF 30 rating with you at all times SPF sunscreen is great for protecting areas of your body that are not covered by UPF sun protective clothing or a broad brim sun hat. Don’t forget to apply at least 20 minutes before you go outside and always remember to reapply every 2 hours or if you go in the water ..read more

What is your name?  Hi, my name is Nick.  Describe yourself in 3 to 5 words. Sporty, tall (more clothing and sunscreen coverage!), witty, calm, focussed What is your occupation? I am a baggage handler at the airport, which involves periods working out on the tarmac at different times of the day in the subtropics. What is your attitude towards sun protection today? 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 ..read more

Identifying skin cancer can be difficult because it can present itself in various shapes and sizes, making it challenging for an untrained eye to spot. However, catching skin cancer early can significantly increase the chances of avoiding surgery, disfigurement, or even death, according to experts like Associate Professor Rosemary Nixon from the Skin Health Institute. It is crucial to regularly check your skin for new spots or changes to existing moles or freckles.  To perform these checks, expert bodies such as The Skin Health Institute and Cancer Council Australia recommend doing so onc ..read more

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition which is represented by patches of abnormal skin. The affected areas of skin are typically reddish in color, itchy, scaly and dry. Psoriasis can be localized or cover many skin areas in extreme cases.  There are five different types of psoriasis but the most common type is called plaque psoriasis which accounts for 90 percent of cases. The areas of the body most commonly impacted by psoriasis include the back, scalp, forearms and shins. Psoriasis is considered to be hereditary but is also impacted by environmental factors. A commonly held misco ..read more

If you have seen a reference to UPF 50+ clothing but are not sure what it means, this blog should help demystify the term a bit. Not many people are aware that whilst clothing is an effective form of sun protection, not all clothing protects the same from UV radiation. UPF refers to ultraviolet protection factor and there is a formal testing process for determining how sun protective the fabric in question is. The Australian Government tests and rates fabrics for their UPF rating. Fabrics which are considered to have sun protective properties are rated on a scale between UPF 15 to 50+. The ..read more

You’re less likely to get sunburnt during fall and winter months, however your unprotected skin is still exposed to damaging UVA rays. UVA rays penetrate deeply into the dermis, the skin’s thickest layer, causing premature aging and contributing to skin cancer development.   Winter is a popular time to visit higher altitudes for the ski season. At higher altitudes, a thinner atmosphere filters less UV radiation. With every 1000-metre increase in altitude, the UV levels increase by 10% to 12% (World Health Organisation, 2017). This factor, combined with the reflection from snow ..read more