While social media may be full of influencers stressing the significance of skincare and daily sunscreen use, a contrasting trend has emerged: the anti-sunscreen movement. Fuelled by social media users advocating for bronzed skin over sun protection, some influencers are dismissing the benefits of SPF. But experts warn that this message poses a dangerous risk … Read more
Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari has a hot take on sunscreen that’s getting burned on social media. The “Hills” star received backlash for saying that she doesn’t wear sunscreen after a clip of her “Let’s Be Honest” podcast went viral this week. Dr. Andrea Suarez, a dermatologist who regularly shares skin care-related content online under … Read more
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Camilo Villegas wasn’t just trying to refine his golf swing as he prepared to play in the Masters for the first time in nine years. He was constantly checking the fine print on the ingredients in sunscreen. It reached a point a few weeks ago when the 42-year-old Colombian was trying three … Read more
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Skin cancer: Dr Chris outlines the signs of a melanoma A young woman died at the age of 24 just months after she started to experience a pain in her throat and sore on her tongue. … Read more
Ninja, the professional video game player and most-followed Twitch streamer in the world, revealed he was diagnosed with skin cancer. The 32-year-old, who boasts 19 million Twitch followers, shared his diagnosis in a post on X on Tuesday. “Alright, I’m still in a bit of shock but want to keep you all updated. A few … Read more
A reader asks: About six months ago, I found a small, slightly raised red spot on the edge of my ear. My GP removed it using a cauterising laser beam and the lab report showed it was squamous cell cancer. My GP said margin assessment was not possible due to the cauterisation but because the … Read more
Ever wondered what a dermatologist can determine about your health just by looking at your skin? Symptoms like changes in skin texture or discoloration can sometimes be connected with more serious health concerns. “A person’s skin texture is a telltale sign of good or bad skin health,” which can also send signals about your overall … Read more
But finding the right sunscreen for your skin tone and type can be tricky. Like any other skin-care product, personal preferences run the gamut. Those with sensitive skin may prefer mineral or physical sunscreens, which are always formulated with zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide and “reflect ultraviolet rays off of them before the rays penetrate … Read more
Sarah, the Duchess of York, has been diagnosed with a malignant skin cancer that was discovered during her treatment for breast cancer LONDON — LONDON (AP) — Sarah, the Duchess of York, has been diagnosed with a malignant skin cancer that was discovered during her treatment for breast cancer, a spokesperson said. The melanoma was … Read more
The stats about tanning and cancer are terrifying. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, “more than 419,000 cases of skin cancer in the U.S. each year are linked to indoor tanning, including about 245,000 basal cell carcinomas, 168,000 squamous cell carcinomas, and 6,200 melanomas.” They also share that more people develop skin cancer from tanning … Read more
