Why Skin Cancer Hits Men Harder – Especially in Australia

Australia holds a harsh title — the skin cancer capital of the world. & when you zoom in on the numbers, there’s one group that’s consistently more at risk: men.

At The Answer, we believe in straightforward facts & smart choices. So here’s what every man needs to know — especially if you’re living under the Aussie sun.

Men Are at Higher Risk – Here’s Why

While anyone can get skin cancer, men are nearly twice as likely to die from melanoma than women. The reasons? Men are often outdoors more, use less sun protection, & are less likely to notice or act on early warning signs.

On top of that, men tend to get skin cancer in places that are hard to see — like the back, shoulders, scalp, & ears — areas most commonly missed when applying sunscreen.


UV Damage Doesn’t Wait

In Australia, it takes as little as 11 minutes of unprotected exposure for UV to start damaging your skin.

& here's the kicker — UV rays don’t need heat to harm. Even on cool, cloudy days, you can still be at high risk. That’s why we say: SPF isn’t seasonal. It’s daily armour.

The Stats Every Aussie Man Should Know

  • 2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70
  • Melanoma is the third most common cancer in Australian men
  • Queensland has one of the highest melanoma rates on the planet
  • Men over 40 are the most likely group to develop advanced melanoma

What You Can Do Today

1. Apply SPF50+ every single morning — not just on beach days to the areas on your body & face exposed to the sun.
2. Cover the spots that are easy to miss — ears, back of the neck, shoulders, scalp.
3. Get regular skin checks or mole mapping, especially if you're over 40.
4. Choose skincare that works as hard as you do. Our Daily Ritual SPF 50+ Face Cream hydrates, protects, & fits into your routine without fuss.

You only get one skin — & in Australia, protecting it isn’t optional. The damage builds up fast, but so does prevention when you’ve got the right habits.

Start simple. Make SPF your non-negotiable.

Because protecting your skin isn’t just about looking good — it’s about living longer.

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