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What fabrics are good for sensitive skin?
This blog outlines which fabric types are best suited to those with chronic skin conditions including psoriasis, lupus and eczema. Natural fabrics including cotton and bamboo are considered the best...
What fabrics are good for sensitive skin?
This blog outlines which fabric types are best suited to those with chronic skin conditions including psoriasis, lupus and eczema. Natural fabrics including cotton and bamboo are considered the best for irritable, sensitive skin. These fabrics are the best because they are soft and they help regulate body temperature.
Your Story Series: Tamara Dawson
From diagnosis to advocacy, Tamara’s story is a powerful reminder of why early detection and sun protection matter.
Your Story Series: Tamara Dawson
From diagnosis to advocacy, Tamara’s story is a powerful reminder of why early detection and sun protection matter.
Your Story Series: Emma
Diagnosed with melanoma at 18, Emma shares how it changed her life, and why sun protection is now non-negotiable.
Your Story Series: Emma
Diagnosed with melanoma at 18, Emma shares how it changed her life, and why sun protection is now non-negotiable.
The A B C D E of skin checking
It is very difficult to the untrained eye to identify melanomas and skin cancers because they can come in many different shapes and sizes. As Associate Professor Rosemary Nixon from...
The A B C D E of skin checking
It is very difficult to the untrained eye to identify melanomas and skin cancers because they can come in many different shapes and sizes. As Associate Professor Rosemary Nixon from the Skin & Cancer Foundation Inc. says, "the earlier a skin cancer is identified and treated, the better the chance of avoiding surgery, or in the case of a serious melanoma or skin cancer, potential disfigurement or even death."
Why you need to know about intermittent sun exposure
Intermittent sun exposure is common amongst individuals who spend much of the week indoors and, in an effort to capitalise on their free time, spend the bulk of their weekends outdoors soaking up the...
Why you need to know about intermittent sun exposure
Intermittent sun exposure is common amongst individuals who spend much of the week indoors and, in an effort to capitalise on their free time, spend the bulk of their weekends outdoors soaking up the sun.
Skin cancer: the basics
This blog answers a number of common questions relating to skin cancer including: What is skin cancer? What causes skin cancer? How common is skin cancer? Who is at risk...
Skin cancer: the basics
This blog answers a number of common questions relating to skin cancer including: What is skin cancer? What causes skin cancer? How common is skin cancer? Who is at risk of getting skin cancer? How do I know if I have skin cancer or not? How is skin cancer treated? How can I prevent skin cancer?
5 sun protection tips for this summer
This blog outlines five practical sun protection tips for this summer. The tips include a suggestion to wear UPF50+ sun protective clothing and a broad brim sun hat on high...
5 sun protection tips for this summer
This blog outlines five practical sun protection tips for this summer. The tips include a suggestion to wear UPF50+ sun protective clothing and a broad brim sun hat on high UV index days. Skin cancer is the most preventable cancer and is caused by cumulative overexposure to UV rays. 90% of skin ageing is a result of UV radiation.
Can skin damage caused by the sun be repaired or even reversed?
Your skin is your largest organ and has a long memory. Sun exposure and ultraviolet (UV) damage is cumulative throughout your life. Research shows that sun damage contributes to more than 90% of...
Can skin damage caused by the sun be repaired or even reversed?
Your skin is your largest organ and has a long memory. Sun exposure and ultraviolet (UV) damage is cumulative throughout your life. Research shows that sun damage contributes to more than 90% of wrinkles, brown spots, premature skin ageing as well as precancerous and cancerous skin lesions.
UV rays explained and how they affect your skin
You can see sunlight and feel the sun's heat. However, you cannot see or feel ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It’s a common misconception that sun damage only occurs in hot climates,...
UV rays explained and how they affect your skin
You can see sunlight and feel the sun's heat. However, you cannot see or feel ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It’s a common misconception that sun damage only occurs in hot climates, as many people associate damage with the visible signs of sun exposure, i.e sunburn. You may be surprised to learn that the sun’s UVA and UVB rays actually have different, yet equally harmful, effects on the skin. They also have the potential to cause damage in the winter, as well as in the summer.
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.
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...
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,...
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?
UPF 50+ is the maximum sun protective rating achievable for fabrics.UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor and is the sun protective rating measure for fabrics. UPF50+ means that only up...
What does UPF50+ mean?
UPF 50+ is the maximum sun protective rating achievable for fabrics.UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor and is the sun protective rating measure for fabrics. UPF50+ means that only up to 1/50th or 2% of ultraviolet radiation is able to penetrate the fabric which has been tested. A fabric which has been awarded a UPF 50+ rating by the Australian Government is considered to provide excellent protection.
Psoriasis Awareness Month: Meet Magenta
"Psoriasis doesn’t just affect your appearance. It can also affect your joints internally, causing inflammation and pain... the BEST thing you can do if you know someone living with psoriasis...
Psoriasis Awareness Month: Meet Magenta
"Psoriasis doesn’t just affect your appearance. It can also affect your joints internally, causing inflammation and pain... the BEST thing you can do if you know someone living with psoriasis is to understand that they might not be feeling their best and to support them in whatever way possible."
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.
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.