The Long Game: Why Your Skin Needs a Career-Long UV Strategy
By Michael C. · Written and reviewed by Michael C.
UV Protection · Published 2026-10-02 · 10 min read · 1550 words
Protecting your skin isn't a summer fling; it is a permanent, daily necessity for every South African working, living, and moving under our intense sun.
Key takeaways
- The UV index is high across South Africa most of the year, making daily protection a necessity.
- Physical barriers like shade, hats, and clothing are more reliable than sunscreen alone.
- Sunscreen must be applied in generous amounts and reapplied every two hours to be effective.
- A history of skin cancer makes regular professional skin checks and self-monitoring critical.
- UVA radiation penetrates glass, meaning you are exposed even while driving or sitting indoors.
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Source: acibademinternational.com (https://acibademinternational.com/blog/life-after-skin-cancer-treatment-sun-habits-skin-self-checks-and-regular-reviews/)
Cover image: Margo Evardson — credit