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

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

Woman and man walking on the beach wearing Solbari sun hat and clothing.

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

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

How to pick the perfect sun hat for sun protection

Fast facts about UV rays and skin cancer

This blog explains that UV radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation like infrared and visible light. UVA, UVB and UVC are distinct in terms of where they sit on the electromagnetic spectrum but also their potential impact on humans. UVA and UVB are both responsible for skin cancer and melanoma.

Who invented sunscreen?

This blog confirms that Blake Milton, a chemist from South Australia invented the first commercially available sunscreen in the World. Milton developed a sunburn cream over a period of 10 years. His formulation was tested by a professor from the University of Adelaide and found to have sun protective properties.

What to look out for: harmless mole or potential skin cancer?

The earlier a cancerous mole or skin lesion is found, the easier the treatment and the higher the chances of survival. For the untrained eye, it's not easy distinguishing between harmless (also known as benign) moles and those which need further attention. The ABCD rule has been used by Doctors for more than 25 years to identify suspicious moles. But with the increasing diagnosis of nodular melanomas (about 20% of all cases of melanoma) and smaller melanomas which do not subscribe to the ABCD rule, the EFG rule has been added.

Don't risk skin cancer for Vitamin D warn experts

It's hard to know what to do about sun protection when you are constantly reminded about the importance of vitamin D. You can have both, without skin damage or nutritional deficiency. In this blog, we endeavour to tell you how.

Can a fake tan protect you from getting sunburnt?

This blog highlights that fake tanning products do not protect you from potential sun damage. More worryingly the University of Wollongong found that people who use self tanning products are less likely to protect themselves and are more likely to experience sunburn thinking that they are already protected.

How long can I stay in the sun before I burn?

The amount of time you can spend in the sun depends on two main factors: the UV index in your location at a specific time and your skin type. In our latest blog, you can find out more on how these are measured and how long you can stay in the sun before you get sun burned and help prevent skin cancer.

Why didn't my sunscreen work?

This blog describes the potential reasons why the sunscreen you used didn't work to the level you expected. Sunscreen should be considered a "last resort" not a primary means of sun protection. Dermatologists agree that wearing UPF 50+ sun protective clothing and a broad brim sun hat is the best way to prevent sunburn.

The truth about a suntan

There is no such thing as a healthy tan! The skin produces a dark-coloured pigment, melanin, as a shield against further damage from UV radiation. The darkening provides some protection against sunburn: a dark tan on a white skin offers a sun protection factor of between 2 and 4.

Solbari featured in The Daily Mail

Solbari has been featured in The Daily Mail in a healthy guide to gardening. 'The ears, hairline and neck are all hot spots for the two most common types of skin cancer — squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma — yet many people forget to protect these areas when gardening,' says Dr Anton Alexandroff, a consultant dermatologist at BMI The Manor Hospital in Bedford.

Solbari featured in The Times

We are thrilled to see Solbari recognised by The Times as one of the recommended clothing brands with adequate Ultraviolet Protection Factor. Wearing the right sun protective clothing is "the first line of defence against the sun. Clothing with an embedded sun protection factor is a good idea."

Sun protective clothing: Why it's worth it

At Solbari we encourage individuals to enjoy the outdoors while protecting themselves from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.One way to protect yourself is with Solbari sun protective clothing. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, sun protective clothing is the single most effective form of sun protection for the body.

What does UPF mean?

This blog explains that UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor and indicates what level of UV radiation is absorbed by the fabric (and is therefore blocked before it reaches your skin).The Australian Government tests and rates the UPF rating of fabrics.

Solbari Sun Protection fabrics are tested and accredited UPF 50+ by the Australian Government

Solbari Sun Protection fabrics are tested and accredited UPF 50+ by ARPANSA, the Australian Government agency responsible for attributing UPF sun protective ratings to fabrics. UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor and UPF 50+, the highest UPF rating means that only up to 2% of UV can penetrate the fabric.

The best sun protective clothing brands

Dermatologists recommend sun protective clothing as the first line of defence against UV overexposure and the development of skin cancer. It is great that there is also now a growing awareness with the public at large of the benefits of specialised sun protective clothing.

UPF clothing testing explained

This blog explains how the Australian Government UPF clothing testing process works. ARPANSA have been testing and rating UPF clothing since 1990. The UPF clothing ratings awarded range from UPF 15 to 50+. UPF 50+ is the maximum UPF clothing rating achievable.

Content Disclaimer: All content on the Solbari website is for informational purposes only. It does not consitute and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website. Reliance on any information provided on this website is solely at your own risk. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions about your health or a medical condition.

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