Skin Aware

Skin Aware - Specialising in Workplace Skin Cancer Screening Programs

2024 Wellbeing Award Winner at the New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards

Skin Aware's mission is to reduce the mortality rate of Melanoma in New Zealand. With NZ having the highest rates of skin cancer in the world and an ageing population the need to raise awareness has become more urgent than ever. Skin Aware offers a personable, professional, compassionate service to workplaces focusing on early detection and prevention of skin cancer. This is done through education

sessions, screening clinics and liaison support. Our staff are real carers, with strong values and a highly professional attitude.

20/04/2026

Workplace cancer risks are more common than most people realise.

A 2021 WorkSafe survey found that 58% of New Zealand workers are exposed to at least one carcinogen at work, with solar UV radiation being the second most common. These exposures contribute to nearly one-third of work-related harm and roughly 650 deaths annually from cancer and respiratory diseases.

With cancer diagnoses projected to skyrocket by 50% over the next two decades, protecting workers from preventable exposure has never been more critical.

Is your workplace doing enough to manage UV risk?

Read the full article: https://vist.ly/4y2rj

19/04/2026

Here's what happens when workplaces prioritise skin health: Workers don't just get protection at work, they take those habits home. They start checking their skin regularly. They teach their families about sun safety. They catch changes early.

One workplace program creates a ripple effect that extends far beyond the job site. And ultimately? It saves lives.

17/04/2026

Long days in the sun come with the job. Skin damage doesn’t have to.

Protection should be part of the uniform.

15/04/2026

If your crew's outdoors, sun protection isn't optional, it's PPE. UV radiation is NZ's 2nd most common workplace carcinogen.

Learn more about our workplace UV Aware Accreditation because your H&S policy should cover more than falls from height.

https://vist.ly/4ygvh

13/04/2026

How many of them work for you? If you employ outdoor workers, you're legally required to protect them from UV radiation under HSWA.

It's not just good practice, it's your obligation to protect your team.

Learn more about how we can help on our website: skinaware.co.nz

11/04/2026

Chelsea’s business partner (aka her husband) had the opportunity to tour the new Cancer Centre in New Plymouth, and it’s an amazing facility for the Taranaki community.

We’re proud to have played a small part, donating towards a chemotherapy chair to support patients and their families.

It means a lot to give back to the communities we work in every day. Huge credit to the Taranaki Health Foundation and everyone who brought this to life.

09/04/2026

Chelsea recently attended the NZ HR Awards, celebrating some incredible work in workplace wellbeing across the country. She was proud to attend alongside New Plymouth District Council, who were recognised as finalists in the Wellbeing category for their Skin Health Program, delivered in partnership with Skin Aware.

This recognition reflects the genuine commitment NPDC has made to protecting their people and leading the way in workplace health. We’re incredibly proud to support their journey and to see skin health being recognised on a national stage.

31/03/2026

Managing UV risk in New Zealand is about more than just ticking a health and safety box, it is a long-term commitment to your team’s future.

Our UV Aware Accreditation provides a comprehensive framework that helps Kiwi businesses lead the way in skin cancer prevention. By integrating professional education, onsite screening, and robust sun safety systems, you aren't just meeting HSWA requirements, you’re demonstrating a true "Culture of Care".

Learn more about accreditation at skinaware.co.nz/uv-aware-accreditation/

28/03/2026

From a distance, they can look harmless. Under clinical assessment, they tell very different stories. One is a harmless mole. The other, a basal cell carcinoma.

That’s why professional skin checks matter. Have you booked your check-up for this year?

25/03/2026

The “Tradies Tan” is NOT a badge of honour.

We love the hard work, but we don’t love the tradie tan. That darkened skin is actually a cry for help from your cells. Let’s swap the tan for a check-up this summer.

19/03/2026

We’re lucky to have experts like Phillipa on the road with us, and when it comes to protection, she keeps it simple. Her go-to tip? Don’t rely on sunscreen alone.

“Remember your sunsmart accessories! Don’t get caught out in the sun without a hat, sunnies, scarf and best of all, cover-all clothing. It’s the most reliable layer of defence you have against the harsh NZ sun.”

16/03/2026

Sunscreen is your last line of defence. Make sure your team is using it right. ☀️

Download this printable guide for your staffroom or site office and explore our full library of free sun-safety tools at skinaware.co.nz/resources.

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9 Vivian Street
New Plymouth
4312

Website

http://www.skinaware.co.nz/

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