New research suggests makeup helps fight skin cancer + signs of premature ageing New research from the Australasian College of Dermatologists suggests that cosmeceuticals – or functional coloured cosmetics – such as foundation, eyeshadow and lipstick are the second most important anti ageing products to use after sunscreen. ACD...
What is actinic or ‘solar’ keratosis? An actinic keratosis (AK) is also known as a ‘solar’ keratosis. It has the appearance of a crusty, scaly growth and is caused by damage to the skin from exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation; something we see a lot of in Queensland! Can it cause skin...
Skin cancer risks in winter In this article, Dr Sharp speaks to the Queensland Times about the year-round skin cancer risk Queenslanders experience due to high UV rates. Dr Sharp said many of the skin cancers he removes are preventable, and UV rates remain high during winter, so patients should...