'All eyes are on us if we use an umbrella during summer': Strategies Filipinos adopt for fairer skin

Australia is located in the southern hemisphere, and according to experts, it is hotter than other places during summer. And find out what Filipinos do daily to avoid getting darker skin.

[L-R] Joan Brown and Catherine Manalang believe that self-care and maintaining a good appearance will help them in their daily lives inside and outside of their respective families. Credit: Catherine Manalang/Joan Brown

Key Points

•  Melanoma Institute Australia: The number of people developing melanoma or skin cancer is increasing due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation or UV rays from the sun without protection.
• Catherine Manalang shares that applying sunscreen and carrying a portable umbrella have been part of her life since she moved to Australia.
• Joan Brown avoids the sun and applies moisturiser every day.

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