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When should children get their skin checked for skin cancer? - Tribe Tropical

When should children get their skin checked for skin cancer?

While skin cancer is more commonly diagnosed in adults, it's important to note that it can also affect children. Teaching children about the importance of sun safety early on is a vital step in keeping them safe in the sun. Read on to find out age recommendations and precautions. 

Best Swimwear for Babies and Toddlers - Tribe Tropical

Best Swimwear for Babies and Toddlers

Spending valuable time with your children at the pool or at the beach on a hot day can be relaxing, rejuvenating and a great way to make special memories! Sadly it does come with risks however, through exposure to invisible ultraviolet rays from the sun.

Though sunscreen is a wonderful invention, it is not recommended for use on babies under six months of age, and sunscreen alone is not sufficient for adequate UV protection of young skin.

What to look for when buying a beach hat! - Tribe Tropical

What to look for when buying a beach hat!

When it comes to sun protection, a wide-brimmed beach bucket style hat is one of the most important accessories we can own to help protect ourselves and our families from harmful UV rays. What features should they have? Read on for more.

5 things to NOT do in the SUN! - Tribe Tropical

5 things to NOT do in the SUN!

Most people, especially kids, love to spend time outside playing in the sunshine – it is good for the soul! However it is up to us as adults to protect our young from serious damage that can be caused by over-exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays.