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6 useful tips to help prevent melanoma

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 UPF50+ garments provide the highest sun protection rating for fabrics available in the world.  

SPF & UPF: What’s the difference?

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.

What is the best way to protect your neck from the sun?

What is the best way to protect your neck from the sun?

The neck is an often overlooked part of the body when it comes to sun protection. Dermatologists agree that the most effective form of sun protection is UPF 50+ sun protective clothing.

We've got you covered with Dr. Heba Jibreal

We've got you covered with Dr. Heba Jibreal

Dr Heba Jibreal is an Australian dermatologist based in Brisbane, completed her dermatology specialist training at the Princess Alexandra Hospital and Queensland Children’s Hospital. She holds dual qualifications as a fellow of the Australian College of Dermatologists as well as the Jordanian Board of Dermatology.

Solbari Blog: UPF 50+ clothing explained

UPF 50+ clothing explained

This blog explains what the term UPF 50+ sun protective clothing means. UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor. The Australian Government tests and rates fabrics for sun protective properties. Fabrics are considered to be sun protective is they are rated between UPF 15 and 50+.

Sun Damage Prevention: Don't Forget These 4 Body Areas

Sun Damage Prevention: Don't Forget These 4 Body Areas

Melanoma can appear in places all over the body, including in places that don’t get much sun. The places on the body where melanoma is most often found differ between men and women.

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.

Doctor Michelle Rodrigues

Dr Michelle Rodrigues answers your questions on melanoma

What are some risk factors that you may not be aware of? Are you at risk if a parent or sibling has had melanoma? Australian dermatologist Dr Michelle Rodrigues joins us for this Q&A.

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Gary

Your Story Series: Meet Gary

I first discovered skin problems via a visit to a skin cancer clinic in our district twenty years ago and have had lots of varying treatments since, including surgery. The common reference was “this damage was done when you were in your teens and lived in the surf."

5 common skin cancer myths busted

5 common skin cancer myths busted

When it comes to skin cancer, there are a few misconceptions which can potentially put your skin at risk. We've debunked 5 common skin cancer myths that you may not know.

Solbari blog: How can I stop psoriasis flare ups?

How can I stop psoriasis flare ups?

This blog outlines four ways to help prevent psoriasis flare ups. UPF 50+ sun protective clothing helps with psoriasis by preventing sunburn and cumulative exposure to UV radiation. Having a healthy balanced diet, maintaining a less stressful lifestyle and protecting your skin from bumps also help prevent flare ups.

Solbari blog: What is psoriasis?

What is psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition which is represented by patches of abnormal skin. The affected areas of skin are typically reddish in colour, itchy, scaly and dry. Psoriasis can be localised or cover many skin areas in extreme cases. 

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Ken

Your Story Series: Meet Ken

I like to play lawn bowls, golf and other outdoor activities. I spent quite a bit of time in North Queensland and on the surf beaches in my younger days, with no understanding of the damage sun exposure will cause. I have lived in Queensland for most of my life and had never given sufficient care to the protection of my skin from sun exposure.

Solbari blog: What clothing protects best from the sun?

What clothes provide the best sun protection?

Dermatologists agree that clothing is the best way to protect yourself from the sun.However, it is important to note that some clothing protects you a lot more than others from UV radiation.

6 common sun protection misconceptions you should be aware of

6 myths about the sun debunked

In Australia, we are used to keeping cool on hot, summer days - but are we really protecting our skin as well as we could be? Here are 6 misconceptions when it comes to keeping your skin safe in the sun.

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