What is Skin Cancer Awareness Month?

Occurring every May, Skin Cancer Awareness Month is 31 days devoted to shining the spotlight on:

  • How to prevent skin cancer
  • How to find skin cancer early when it's highly treatable
  • The fact that people of all skin tones develop skin cancer

Why is Skin Cancer Awareness Month important?

It's estimated that every day about 9,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with skin cancer. 1

Many of these skin cancers could be prevented if people would protect their skin from the sun and stop using tanning beds.

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. People of all ages and skin tones develop skin cancer

What is Melanoma Monday®?

A part of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Melanoma Monday is a national day of awareness devoted to:

  • Educating people about melanoma, the most serious skin cancer
  • Preventing melanoma
  • Helping people find melanoma early through skin self-exams and free skin cancer checks

The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) launched Melanoma Monday on Monday, May 1, 19952 and has observed it every year since. Melanoma Monday occurs during Skin Cancer Awareness Month on the first Monday in May.

This year, Melanoma Monday is Monday, May 5, 2025. To highlight Melanoma Monday this year we will be offering 15% off all SPF products & Mineral Powder Brushes for Melanoma Monda. This fabulous offer runs from Friday May 2 to Melanoma Monday May 5

Why is Melanoma Monday important?

Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. In 2025, it's estimated that about 104,960 melanomas will be diagnosed and around 8,430 people will die of melanoma.3

On Melanoma Monday, the AAD encourages all Americans to begin a lifelong habit of examining their skin for signs of skin cancer. To learn how to check your skin for skin cancer, use this link - AAD Skin Checker

The AAD encourages everyone to begin a lifelong habit of checking their skin by performing skin self-exams. Here's why these exams are so important:

  • If caught early, melanoma is highly treatable.
  • Melanoma can develop anywhere on the skin, including skin that's had plenty of sun exposure and skin that's usually protected from the sun.
  • Melanoma can develop under or around a fingernail or toenail.
  • You can find melanoma early by examining your skin for the ABCDEs of melanoma and checking your nails.

Check out our team of dermatologists’ top tips for staying safe in the sun

Stay Safe in the Sun 

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1. Using the Right Sunscreen

Using the Right Sunscreen It’s crucial to prevent your skin from burning by using a high-quality sunscreen. Invest in a product that:

  • Is “broad spectrum” and protects against both UVA and UVB radiation.
  • Has an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of 30 or more for adequate protection from UV rays that cause sunburn.
  • Is water-resistant if you’re going to be in water or sweating a lot.
  • Is still in date and hasn’t been opened for more than one year.

Apply plenty of sunscreen 30 minutes before you go outside and reapply at least every two hours, even if it starts to appear cloudy. Ensure good coverage, including your ears, lips, and neck. Remember that even with water-resistant sunscreen, you’ll need to reapply immediately after being in the water.

UV protection is an essential step in every skincare regime, providing the most anti-aging benefits compared to any other topical skincare product. Daily UV exposure, not just during vacations or summer days, significantly contributes to skin aging. Even in cool weather and on cloudy days, wearing broad-spectrum (UVA & UVB) protection can be your best defense against premature aging and skin cancer. Q-SkinScience formulas not only protect against both aging and burning rays but also perfect your complexion and protect your hair from damage.

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2. Wear Protective Clothing

Protect your skin from UV rays by wearing loose clothes that cover your skin, such as long-sleeved tops and trousers made from breathable fabrics. Some clothing now includes details of the UPF (UV Protection Factor) on the label. The higher the UPF, the less UV radiation will reach your skin through the fabric. If you don’t have UPF clothing, choose clothing with a tighter weave by holding it up to the light to gauge how much sunlight can get through. Plus use sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays with sunglasses that block 100% of UVA and UVB rays.

3. Check the UV Index

The UV index indicates how strong the UV rays are in your area on any given day. The higher the UV index, the easier it is for your skin to burn and become damaged.

4. Seek Out Shade

The sun’s rays are strongest around midday when the sun is highest in the sky, typically between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Ideally, avoid sitting in the sun during these times and seek shade whenever possible. Sunlight also reflects off surfaces like water, sand, concrete, and snow, so even in shaded areas, it can damage your skin and eyes.

5. Drink Plenty of Water

When the temperature rises, your body sweats more to cool you down. It's important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids when it's hot outside. Aim for a minimum of 6-8 glasses of water per day. Tea, coffee, smoothies, and low-fat milk also count towards your daily fluid intake. Remember that fruit juice and smoothies are high in sugar and should be limited to one glass per day. Avoid alcohol when possible, as it is a diuretic and can increase dehydration.

References

1 American Academy of Dermatology. “Skin cancer.” Last updated February 5, 2025. Last accessed April 3, 2025.

2 Miller DR, Geller AC, et. al. “Melanoma awareness and self-examination practices: Results of a United States survey.” J Am Acad Dermatol. 1996;34(6):962-70.

3 American Cancer Society. “Key statistics for melanoma skin cancer.” Last updated January 16, 2025. Last accessed April 3, 2025.