What is the best way to prevent skin cancer?
Skin cancer prevention
Did you know that whilst skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the world, it’s also one of the most preventable? Skin cancer is primarily caused by cumulative exposure to UV (ultraviolet) rays and sunlight. Here at Solbari, we know with a few tweaks to your daily routines, it’s possible to unlock a rich and full life enjoying the outdoors with freedom and peace of mind, whilst reducing your risks of unnecessary UV exposure.
Our favorite preventative measures include…
- Protecting yourself from the sun at all times by wearing Solbari UPF50+ sun protective clothing, a broadbrim UPF50+ sun hat and sunglasses.
- Creating a habit of applying broad-spectrum SPF30 or higher each morning before UV exposure, and reapplying every 2 hours when in the sun.
- Checking the UV index — UV levels are measured on a scale from 0 (Low) to 11+ (Extreme). Methods of sun protection are recommended when UV levels are 3 or above.
- Seeking shade during the harshest hours of the day, UV levels often peak between 10am and 4pm
- Checking the UV index — UV levels are measured on a scale from 0 (Low) to 11+ (Extreme). Methods of sun protection are recommended when UV levels are 3 or above.
- Seeking shade during the harshest hours of the day, UV levels often peak between 10am and 4pm
- Avoiding tanning culture — we know there’s nothing healthy about a tan, whether from the sun or a solarium. Protect yourself and advocate for better skin health in your community.
- Regularly checking your skin for any changes, including new moles or spots, and reporting any concerns to your chosen health care professional. Learn what to look out for here.
So what is UPF? UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor, and it's a rating system used to measure the effectiveness of clothing and hats in blocking UV radiation. UPF50+ clothing and hats offer the highest level of protection, blocking 98% of UV radiation from reaching your skin. All Solbari products offer UPF50+ rating as tested and accredited by ARPANSA and are recommended by dermatologists globally.
We like to see UPF50+ sun protective clothing as the first line of defence against skin cancer. And that’s why we offer an award-winning range of UPF50+ sun protective clothing, sun hats, visors, swimwear, arm sleeves and umbrellas.
Source:
World Health Organisation, Ultraviolet Radiation Fact Sheet, 2022.
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/ultraviolet-radiation
