Your Skin Matters: What You Need to Know About Skin Cancer Awareness

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May 20
2 min read

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and at Karma Spa and Lounge, we’re taking this opportunity to educate, empower, and encourage our community to prioritize their skin health. As a spa dedicated to your total well-being—inside and out—this cause is especially close to our hearts.

Why Skin Cancer Awareness Is So Important

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the world, but the good news is that it’s also one of the most preventable. With early detection and proactive skin care, the majority of skin cancers can be treated successfully.

Unfortunately, many people still underestimate their risk, especially those who don’t burn easily or who only get sun exposure during vacations or weekend activities. But the truth is: everyone is at risk, regardless of skin tone or age.

Key Facts to Know:

1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70.
More than 2 people die of skin cancer in the U.S. every hour.
Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk of melanoma.
Early detection of melanoma increases the 5-year survival rate to 99%.

What You Can Do:

1. Wear Sunscreen Daily: Sunscreen isn’t just for beach days. Make SPF 30+ a daily part of your skincare routine even on cloudy days.

2. Get Regular Skin Checks: Dermatologists recommend annual full-body skin exams. Be proactive, especially if you notice any new, unusual, or changing spots.

3. Avoid Tanning Beds: They significantly increase your risk of skin cancer. A faux glow from a self-tanner or a professional spray tan is a much safer option.

4. Protect Your Skin Year-Round: Hats, sunglasses, and protective clothing go a long way, especially during outdoor activities.

5. Know the ABCDEs of Melanoma:

Asymmetry
Border irregularity
Color variation
Diameter larger than a pencil eraser
Evolving shape, size, or color

If you see any of these signs, contact a healthcare provider right away.

How Karma Spa Can Support Your Skin Health

As part of our commitment to skin wellness, Karma Spa offers personalized facial consultations, ImagePro facial scanning to monitor changes in your skin, and professional-grade products that protect and nourish. Our estheticians are trained to help you recognize changes in your skin and can recommend products or treatments that support healthy, resilient skin.

Please note: While our trained estheticians can help you monitor changes in your skin and recommend treatments for overall skin health, we do not diagnose or detect skin cancer. If you notice any suspicious spots or changes, we strongly encourage you to consult with a licensed dermatologist or healthcare provider. Regular professional exams are the best way to ensure your skin stays not just beautiful, but healthy, too. We can, however, send your results from the skin scan to a health professional.