Freckles: Who, what and why?
No one is born with freckles. Freckles appear as a reaction to UV exposure, and gradually fade from your skin after long periods of time out of the sunlight. But it’s unlikely that …
Health
Advice and tips for redheads on keeping their sensitive selves in tip top ginger health, whether it’s vitamin D or sun care information.
Fact or myth? Redheads and anaesthesia
It seems to be a common belief that redheads require more anaesthesia for surgery than non-gingers. It’s also believed that they may be resistant to local anaesthetics too, such as …
Redheads, here’s how to do an all-important skin cancer self-check exam
AdvertorialWhile most cases of skin cancers can be cured, it’s all in the early detection. From the scalp on your head to the soles of your feet (yes, even down there), skin …
How UPF sun-protection clothing works and why redheads need it in their lives
In summer, there’s nothing us redheads want to do more than sit in a shady corner and just wait it out until it passes. Alas, sometimes that’s just not practical. So what do we …
Skin cancer signs redheads should look out for
Just when you think the most annoying thing about being ginger is having to apply and reapply sunscreen when the sun is out (and when it’s not), there’s something else that blows …
7 home remedies for treating sunburn
We like to think that every pale and freckly redhead out there is doing their utmost to stay protected in the sun. I know, you’ve heard it all before, but natural gingers are at a much …
5 ways for redheads to stay cool in the summer heat
The fan is on the blink, you’ve run out of ice, and leaning out of the window open just doesn’t cut it. The summer heat can be red hot, particularly for gingers, who are …
The best high-SPF sunscreen for gingers
Here is my selection of the best sunscreens for redheads and gingers, to keep those mean UV rays from doing their worst…
Skin cancer signs redheads should look out for
AdvertorialJust when you think the most annoying thing about being ginger is having to apply and reapply sunscreen when the sun is out (and when it’s not), there’s something …
SPF sunscreen products to protect red hair
Sun exposure can permanently damage the hair pigment, meaning you could lose vibrancy if you’re not careful. And don’t forget your delicate scalp, too, which should never be …
The importance of sun hat protection for redheads
Not only will a sun hat save you from sunburn and heat exhaustion, it’ll protect your ginger hair.
The ABCD rule: Checking your skin & moles for skin cancer risks
It’s well-known that redheads are at higher risk of skin cancer, including malignant melanoma, even without UV exposure.
Foods to help boost your vitamin D
One of the easiest ways to get your vitamin D fix is through sunlight, but sadly, as redheads know only too well, that big ball of fire isn’t our friend. Natural redheads’ pale …
New study finds eight separate genes control red hair, not just MC1R
The mystery of redheads’ weird and wonderful ginger genetics is one step closer to being solved, with a new study finding that a grand total of eight separate genes are responsible for …
Sun safety: Using Miiskin app to help monitor your skin for changes
The World Health Organisation reports that cases of both non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers have been increasing over the past decades. Currently, between two and three million …
The never-ending debate of redheads and anaesthesia
It seems to be a common belief that redheads require more anaesthesia for surgery than non-gingers. It’s also believed that they may be resistant to local anaesthetics too, such as …
