Around since the Jurassic age of dinosaurs and deep sea cephalopods, it’s the only underwater flowering plant on the planet, and is often referred to as the “lungs of the sea” (much like how the Amazon Rainforest is called the “lungs of the earth”). Just one square metre of seagrass...
One of the many casualties of climate change is the earth's coral reefs. In the span of ten years, we lost 14% of the coral worldwide due to rising sea surface temperatures. To put that in perspective, 14% of the world's coral is more than all of Australia's coral combined. Here...
There are two TikTok videos in particular that have been going viral for the past few summers. They are practices that not only peddle myth and misinformation, but have the potential to be very dangerous and damaging to your skin. One is SPF contouring, the other is nasal spray tanning...
The terms “icon” and “legend” get thrown around a lot these days, but most can agree that nobody is more worthy of such mighty titles than Sir David Attenborough. With a career in film, television and radio spanning a staggering 70 years, the British broadcaster, biologist, natural historian & author has...
While many people are more active in the warmer months, it may be even more important to stay active in the winter, when seasonal affective disorder (SAD) takes its toll. Staying active in the winter allows your body to release endorphins, keeping your mood up and your stress levels down. While it...
Whales are one of the world’s largest marine mammals, and despite the fact that these graceful, gentle giants inhabit the sea, we lucky humans can get a front row seat to their annual migration along Australia’s coast. You just have to know where to look..
Are you confused about sunscreen? Don't worry, you're not the only one! A recent study found that only 35% of women and 21% of men use sunscreen regularly, suggesting that people don't really know what they're doing when it comes to sun protection. Sun-lovers often complain that sunscreen is...
Before the pandemic hit, 9.4 million international visitors came to Australia in 2019 to see the sights. This is a huge sign that our continent has many splendours to see, and it's all right here, practically in your backyard. You've just been taking it all for granted! Of course, many activities...
Whether your intentions are fashion or functionality driven, sunglasses have been an important accessory throughout the ages. In ancient China, they were crudely fashioned together out of flat slabs of smoked quartz, and in prehistoric times, the Inuit people made snow goggles out of spruce and ivory. Even Emperor Nero of...
The idea for People4Ocean Sun Care followed scientific findings on the lethal impacts of chemical UV-filters on corals, adding to the long list of threats responsible for the decline of reefs worldwide. When returning to Australia in 2018, we were determined to raise awareness on the issue...
Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun don't go away just because it's cooler outside. In fact, temperature doesn't affect UV rays at all – which means that painful sunburn and even skin cancer are still serious risks in the winter months...
Even though the sunscreen you use might prevent UV exposure, it may have harmful side effects on your health and environment. It's essential that you know about the most toxic kinds of sunscreens and what types of ingredients you should avoid. Read on, we'll tell you everything that you need to know...
People are commonly under the misconception that dehydration is only something to be vigilant about in summer or on extremely hot days, but it can affect you at any time. Every day, we lose water through regular activities, no matter what the temperature is, so it’s important to be on top of...
What are the ingredients in waterproof sunscreen, and how can you start decoding sunscreen labels? How can you know how often to reapply sunscreen? What are the best sunscreen products to buy?
Instantly recognised for having long, bulbous heads like rastacaps and a canopy of colourful, sucker lined legs, they are almost cartoonish in their physical form. However, when it comes to their intellectual and emotional capabilities, they are even more unbelievable...
Some people with highly sensitive skin may think that they’re allergic to sunscreen, but this is usually a response to the ingredients found in the types of well-known sunscreen brands you’d find at a supermarket or chemist. Different things can set off a reaction, ranging from common conditions like acne and hives,...