Summer Skin Changes

As the days get longer and the sunshine gets stronger, most of us naturally spend more time outdoors. But with the warmer weather comes something often forgotten, heightened UV exposure, which can deeply impact the health of your skin.

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is one of the biggest contributors to pigmentation changes, premature ageing, and skin cancer. That’s why summer is the most important time to become skin-aware and prioritise regular mole and spot checks.

Even on cloudy days, UV rays penetrate the skin, triggering changes in pigment-producing cells. Over time this can lead to:

• New sunspots and pigmentation

• Darkening of existing freckles or moles

• Visible UV damage

• DNA changes within skin cells (which can increase cancer risk)

A simple monthly self-check can help you catch changes early, when they’re easiest to treat. 

Before summer is in full swing, take a few minutes to scan your skin from head to toe, including your back, scalp, underarms, and the backs of your legs. Pay special attention to any spot or mole that is:

• New or growing

• Changing colour, shape, or border

• Itchy, flaky, or bleeding

• Suddenly darker than others

• Different from your “normal” moles (also called the ugly duckling sign)

If you notice anything unusual, seek a professional skin assessment, not later, not “after summer,” but now. When it comes to your skin, early action is everything.

Book a skin check if:

• You have a mole that doesn’t look like the others

• You’re concerned about a particular spot

• You have a personal or family history of skin cancer

• You’ve noticed any recent skin changes

Our team of Doctors can assess whether a mole is completely harmless or needs monitoring, imaging, or removal. If something doesn’t look right, trust your gut and get it checked. Peace of mind is worth it and early detection saves lives.

Book your consultation with us now if you have a concern.