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In much of Australia the UV Index reaches 3 or above for most of the year, and all year round in the north. That's the level at which SunSmart recommends sun protection: shade, clothing, a broad-brimmed hat, sunscreen and sunglasses. These guides cover UV parasols, sun-sensitive medicines and staying cooler outdoors.

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Sun Protection Guides for Australia

tattoo sun protection with UPF 50+ UV umbrella shading tattooed skin from direct sunlight

Tattoo Sun Protection: The Complete Guide to Pr...

Tattoo sun protection starts during the healing period when sunscreen isn't safe. Learn the timeline, fading risks by ink color, and how to shield your investment.

Tattoo Sun Protection: The Complete Guide to Pr...

Tattoo sun protection starts during the healing period when sunscreen isn't safe. Learn the timeline, fading risks by ink color, and how to shield your investment.

Vitiligo Sun Protection: Why Every Sunburn Risks New Patches (and How to Stop It)

Vitiligo Sun Protection: Why Every Sunburn Risk...

Vitiligo sun protection goes beyond sunscreen. Learn why sunburn triggers new patches via the Koebner phenomenon and how layered UPF shade stops disease progression.

Vitiligo Sun Protection: Why Every Sunburn Risk...

Vitiligo sun protection goes beyond sunscreen. Learn why sunburn triggers new patches via the Koebner phenomenon and how layered UPF shade stops disease progression.

Sun Protection for Boating: The Science-Backed Guide to Staying Safe on the Water

Sun Protection for Boating: The Science-Backed ...

Sun protection for boating requires more than sunscreen. Learn why boaters face 20-30% more UV from water reflection and how to build a complete defense system.

Sun Protection for Boating: The Science-Backed ...

Sun protection for boating requires more than sunscreen. Learn why boaters face 20-30% more UV from water reflection and how to build a complete defense system.

Psoriasis Sun Exposure: The 6-Step Guide to Safe UV Management

Psoriasis Sun Exposure: The 6-Step Guide to Saf...

Psoriasis sun exposure is a paradox — UV-B treats plaques, but sunburn triggers Koebner flares. Learn a safe protocol for controlled UV management outdoors.

Psoriasis Sun Exposure: The 6-Step Guide to Saf...

Psoriasis sun exposure is a paradox — UV-B treats plaques, but sunburn triggers Koebner flares. Learn a safe protocol for controlled UV management outdoors.

Pregnancy Melasma Prevention: Why Starting Sun Protection in the First Trimester Changes Everything

Pregnancy Melasma Prevention: Why Starting Sun ...

Pregnancy melasma prevention starts in the first trimester — broad-spectrum photoprotection can reduce incidence by over 90%. AAD-backed guide to timing, genetics, and shade strategy.

Pregnancy Melasma Prevention: Why Starting Sun ...

Pregnancy melasma prevention starts in the first trimester — broad-spectrum photoprotection can reduce incidence by over 90%. AAD-backed guide to timing, genetics, and shade strategy.

Eczema and Sun Exposure: Why Dermatologists Prescribe UV and Then Tell You to Avoid the Sun

Eczema and Sun Exposure: Why Dermatologists Pre...

Eczema and sun exposure is a medical paradox — controlled UV treats eczema, but uncontrolled sun triggers flares. AAD-backed guide to navigating both sides safely.

Eczema and Sun Exposure: Why Dermatologists Pre...

Eczema and sun exposure is a medical paradox — controlled UV treats eczema, but uncontrolled sun triggers flares. AAD-backed guide to navigating both sides safely.