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How to pick the perfect sun hat for sun protection

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After beating skin cancer, Amy now empowers others to live sun-smart.

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

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Sun hat or sunscreen: which is better for sun protection?

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The importance of protecting your skin during fall

The importance of protecting your skin during fall

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

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

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 $1bn 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.

Let's Talk Eczema with Dr. Thivi Maruthappu

Derm Q&A: Let's Talk Eczema with Dr. Thivi Maruthappu

Dr. Maruthappu answers your questions about eczema; what eczema is, what causes it and more.

Psoriasis Awareness Month: Meet Magenta

Psoriasis Awareness Month: Meet Magenta

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

Is the Sun Good for Your Skin?

Is the Sun Good for Your Skin?

Sunlight has many health benefits to provide as long as exposure is maintained at a healthy level. This blog will share the benefits of sunlight and how it can make our skin healthier. This blog will also include tips on how to keep sun exposure safe to enjoy optimal health benefits while avoiding any sun-related health risks. 

Solbari blog: What does UPF50+ mean

What does UPF 50+ mean?

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

A group of people wear Solbari UPF 50+ sun protective clothing and hats.

6 useful tips to help prevent melanoma

The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends sun protective clothing as the best way to protect your skin against the sun's damaging rays. Solbari UPF 50+ garments provide the highest sun protection rating for fabrics available in the world.  

A Man and a woman on a beach wearing Solbari UPF 50+ sun hats and sun protective clothing.

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.

UV Index Average Ratings for June in USA

UV rays explained and how they affect your skin

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

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

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.

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

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.  

Solbari Blog: What's the difference between SPF and UPF?

SPF & UPF: What’s the difference?

This blog explains what SPF and UPF stand for and highlights the differences. It also explains how the SPF and UPF rating systems work. SPF stands for sun protection factor and relates to sunscreen, whereas, UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor and relates to fabrics.

Your Story Series: Meet Louisa

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.

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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.  

Women wearing Solbari UPF 50+ sun hats

Don't miss these 7 areas when protecting your skin

7 areas which people often forget to protect from the sun and can cause serious sunburn and skin damage.

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