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The sunscreen spots men forget (and why they matter)

The sunscreen spots men forget (and why they matter)

Skin cancer is the world’s most common cancer – and it can develop on any part of the body. While UV levels drop sharply in autumn and winter, they don’t disappear completely. That’s why we talk about year-round protection as a healthy habit, not a fear tactic. You can’t control everything in life, but you can control how well you look after your skin.

That’s one of the biggest reasons we’re so passionate about year-round skin protection. You can’t control everything in life, but you can control how well you look after your skin.

You can’t cover everything – and that’s fine

Clothing is your best defence. It blocks UV completely and never needs reapplying. But let’s be honest, you can’t (and probably don’t want to) cover every inch of skin, every second of the day.

That’s where sunscreen comes in. It’s your back-up armour for all the places clothing can’t reach. The trouble is, we all miss the same areas time and time again.

The most commonly missed spots

If you’ve ever seen your face under a UV camera after applying sunscreen, you’d be shocked at how patchy the coverage can be. No matter who you are, we tend to forget the same areas.

From head to toe, here’s the list to remember:

  • Scalp and top of head – especially if your hair’s short or thinning
  • Eyelids – delicate skin, often ignored
  • Ears – front, back and tops
  • Lips and upper lip – need SPF too
  • Back of the neck – a high-risk zone for men
  • Tops of shoulders – particularly when you’re in a vest or tank
  • Hands – get constant UV exposure, even in winter
  • Tops of feet – easy to forget in sandals or slides

These areas are small but high-impact when it comes to long-term skin damage, premature ageing and, importantly, skin cancer risk.

Why it matters

Covering these forgotten spots could make all the difference. 

UVA rays make up most of the UV that reaches the earth. Their levels are lower in winter but still present, meaning your skin can still be exposed on brighter or longer days outdoors. A few extra seconds spent applying sunscreen properly – especially to the easy-to-miss spots – is one of the simplest things you can do for long-term skin health.

A few extra seconds spent applying sunscreen properly is one of the simplest things you can do for your future self.

A final thought

If protecting your health isn’t enough of a motivator, think about your looks. Your future self will thank you when your skin still looks good years down the line.

Stay protected, stay outside, and remember - we’ve got your back.