If moles had a dating profile, their status would be “It’s complicated with UV rays.” Sun exposure is the single biggest trigger for new moles, especially in childhood and young adulthood. Think of UV light as that friend who encourages bad decisions—it makes your melanocytes go wild.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it: become a shade-seeker. This doesn’t mean living like a vampire. It means treating sunscreen like your daily latte—non-negotiable. A broad-spectrum SPF 30+ on exposed skin is your first line of defense, even when it’s cloudy.
Fun fact: Australians have a sun-smart jingle called “Slip, Slop, Slap.” Slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat. It’s catchy, it works, and it sounds like a 90s dance move. Channel your inner Aussie.
