According to Cancer.Org, there are more new cases of skin cancer from sunburn each year than any other cancer combined. This disease can affect anyone, regardless of skin colour, gender or age.

It is sobering to realise how insidious skin cancer from sunburn, particularly melanoma, can be.
Needless to say, it makes the idea of routine body checks with a dermatologist an imperative for everyone. Extremely important to realise, is that people with freckles and moles should have themselves checked more often. As May focuses on skin cancer, it is essential to remember that protection is far more encompassing than simply applying sunscreen. It’s essential to protect the skin from high levels of UV radiation. Moreover, don’t forget that UVA waves can still penetrate through windows. This happens even in winter, so keeping protected all day is advisable.

Heliocare’s range of products is a great brand for sun protection. Our products include protection against UVA and UVB rays and blue light. Furthermore, it has high levels of SPF protection, all while looking after your skin. 

HERE ARE JUST A FEW PRODUCTS THAT WE WOULD RECOMMEND

An SPF 50 physical/mineral sunscreen – every day, rain or shine. Applied before putting on your swimsuit to protect against UVA and UVB rays.

Heliocare Advanced Gel SPF 50 (Oil-Free) is a topical sun protection gel in an innovative lightweight formulation. It is quickly and uniformly absorbed to protect the skin against daily environmental challenges.

Key Ingredients include Fernblock. It is a natural plant extract from Central America with proven photoprotective properties. Technologically advanced filters in Fernblock provide broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. An optimal balance between mineral and non-mineral filters is essential. In essence, this balance ensures maximum tolerability and cosmetic compliance. Sunsphere Technology increases the effectiveness of the filters, permitting reduced quantities of filters in the product. The above is quite beneficial. It allows us to lower the potential risk of sensitisation and allergies. Moreover, it also allows us to improve cosmetic characteristics.

Non-comedogenic. Paraben-free. No residue on the skin.

Heliocare Gel SPF 50 (Oil-Free) – RRSP – R332

A daily dose of Fernblock®.

Fernblock® is the base key ingredient of Heliocare®.
This base ingredient is an exclusive standardised extract of Polypodium Leucotomos. With powerful protective, antioxidant and restorative action, it works both topically and orally.
Its key ingredients act on all four types of radiation (UVB, UVA, Visible and IR) and prevent both their immediate damage (burns) and those that arise over time. Skin damage that will arise over time includes skin ageing, dark spots, loss of defences, allergies and even skin cancer from sunburn.

We recommend Heliocare® Oral because it is backed by 30 years of study.
By taking Fernblock® orally, Cantabria Labs found a way to add to sun protection by boosting the skin’s resistance to the sun from the inside. Today, with professional backing, Heliocare Oral capsules are the ideal supplement for photoaged or sensitive skin and skin that will be exposed to the sun for long periods.

Heliocare Oral is an ideal supplement for topical sunscreen and is very common amongst sportspeople and those with sensitive skin.

“I sweat a lot when I play, and I can’t stop midway through a match to reapply the cream. Knowing I am getting added sun protection from the inside strikes me as important progress,” said Rafa Nadal.

Heliocare 360 Oral Caps – RRSP – R647-00
Heliocare Ultra Caps – RRSP – R506-00

Use of topical antioxidants such as Vitamins C, E Ferulic Acid and SCA® Growth Factor.

Endocare’s C Ferulic EDAFENCE® Serum is the most advanced anti-pollution, antioxidant, and regenerating product that defies the limits of anti-oxidative skincare. Moreover, it delivers intense skin protection against pollution, sunlight & tobacco smoke. Powerful antioxidants Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Ferulic Acid, ensure the protection ability of the product. In turn, Vitamin B5 and Hyaluronic Acid assist with improving skin moisturisation.

SCA® BioRepair (or Growth Factor) Technology contains an advanced growth factor complex. Derived from the Cryptomphalus Aspersa snail secretion, this complex is clinically proven to boost fibroblast activity, creating more collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.

We derive Edafence®  from Deschampsia Antarctica, a polyextremophile plant found in the Antarctic. It is a revolutionary, clinically proven, anti-pollution ingredient. Edafence® defends skin against damage caused by pollution, sunlight, tobacco smoke and other environmental stressors.

Endocare Radiance C Ferulic Edafence Serum – RRSP – R1146-00

GIVE YOURSELF SELF-EXAMINATIONS

Firstly, examine your skin from head to toe at least once a month, looking for areas of concern. Furthermore, look for signs of change over time. These signs include bleeding, irritation, itching or dark colouration. A change in a mole or growth is generally the first sign of skin cancer.
 
Moreover, you can also examine your moles and birthmarks using the ABCDE rule. This method can help spot the early signs of skin cancer from sunburn.

• Asymmetry.
• Borders with irregular edges.
• Colour is varied from one area to another.
• The diameter is larger than a pencil eraser.
• Evolving, changing in size, shape or colour.

 See a board-certified dermatologist every year.
 
In conclusion, even if you are diligent about watching for skin changes, making a yearly appointment with a board-certified dermatologist is still essential. These experts are uniquely qualified to recognise, evaluate and treat skin cancers, ensuring the earliest possible detection.